Coolidge Corner PTO
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Ruffin Ridley PTO Parent-Teacher Organization is a partnership between families and educators at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School in Brookline, Massachusetts committed to community building, enrichment, and community support for our school
- Income
- $181,328
- Spending
- $174,885
- Reserves
- 25.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 50%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 82% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 25.2 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 4% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 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 (3)
- $100,430 spent. Enrichment: The PTO plays a crucial role in supporting educators by providing over $40,000 in direct teacher support each school year. These funds supply essential classroom resources such as learning and sensory tools, classroom libraries, art supplies, technology subscriptions, and much more. Additionally, the PTO spent spends over $24,000 on field trips each year. Together, these investments ensure that every student has access to enriching educational experiences both in and beyond the classroom.
- $42,464 spent. Community Building: Throughout each school year, the PTO fosters a strong sense of belonging at our school by organizing beloved annual events that bring together families, students, and staff. These events include our STEM Fair, International Night, Games Night, Craft Fair and our biggest end of year celebration, Carnival. Additionally, the PTO keeps families informed and connected by maintaining an opt-in family directory and by sending regular email communication, including a weekly newsletter.
- $9,130 spent. Community Support: As a Title I school, the Florida Ruffin Ridley School serves a diverse student body. The PTO is proud to offer critical financial assistance to families in need, helping to lift up the most financially vulnerable members of our community. Through our BevoCares program, PTO chairs work in tandem with guidance counselors and mental health staff to purchase grocery store gift cards, winter gear, school supplies, at-school nutrition, and more to students and families facing financial hardship
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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 October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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 October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since June 1994.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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 21, 2026.
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