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Franklin County Senior Center Inc

EIN 03-0237571 · St Albans, VT

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong94 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

FCSC IS A COMMUNITY-BASED CENTER AVAILABLE TO ALL SENIOR CITIZENS REGARDLESS OF INCOME; FULFILLING CULTURAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND NUTRITIONAL NEEDS, BUILDING BELONGING AND CONNECTEDNESS, AND HELPING TO MAINTAIN HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND AGING BY OFFERING A COMPREHENSIVE MENU OF PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, AND SPECIAL EVENTS.

Income
$164,414
Spending
$86,271
Spent on programs
50%
Reserves
30.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 46%
Employees
3
Volunteers
85
Highest pay
$9,360, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 71% of charities in its peer group (food and agriculture, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 30.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 48% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 6% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    50% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 94 out of 100. Higher than 90% of charities in its peer group (food and agriculture, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $22,019 spent. FCSC meal program provides essential food security and social engagement for seniors through multiple weekly meal services. On Wednesdays, the center hosts a congregate-style luncheon for an average of 75 people, fostering community and reducing isolation. Friday services offer a flexible, order-at-the-counter style meal, reaching an additional 50 participants weekly. In addition, the center provides space to our community partner to provide a luncheon once a month on Mondays. These programs ensure local seniors have access to affordable, balanced nutrition in a safe, social environment. These 3 weekly events total approximately 8000 meals served annually.
  2. $13,310 spent. The FCSC Health and Wellness initiative provides comprehensive physical support and preventative care for local seniors. Key components include: Diverse Fitness & Mobility: Hosting weekly 'Bone Builders" strength-training, Exercise Class, Tai Chi, Line Dancing, Chair Yoga to improve balance, flexibility and cardiovascular health. Weight & Nutrition management: Offering a Healthy Weight program providing peer support and resources or maintaining healthy lifestyle habits. Preventative Health Services: Coordinating regular Foot Clinics for essential podiatry care and hosting member presentations on health related safety and chronic disease management. These programs empower seniors to maintain physical independence and well-being in a supportive, community-based setting.
  3. $7,394 spent. FCSC social and recreational opportunities are provided weekly to seniors to engage in shared interests and hobbies. These activities include: card games (poker, cribbage, 500, bridge), board games/puzzles, and creative arts such as sewing, quilting, art and choral singing These programs foster community connection, cognitive stimulation, and emotional well-being for our members.
  4. $640 spent. FCSC member events program provides community-building events throughout the year to celebrate and connect our senior membership. These programs include: an annual membership picnic and volunteer appreciation, holiday party, and public open house. These events serve to strengthen social bonds, celebrate our members and volunteers and introduce new seniors and community partners to the center's services and support network.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.

    Status was revoked on May 15, 2016 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on May 15, 2016.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since February 2017.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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