Rivers Alliance of Connecticut Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It owes more than it owns.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
Advocate and encourage river protection.
- Income
- $74,516
- Spending
- $70,926
- Reserves
- -0.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 99%
- Highest pay
- $46,500, executive dir.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending August 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 21 out of 100. Higher than 3% of charities in its peer group (environment, under $250k).
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
0 of 20It owes 143% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending August 31, 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 August 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 (1)
- $67,380 spent. 1. Water Advocacy and PolicyRivers Alliance worked to protect and improve Connecticuts water resources by participating in over 25 state legislative and regulatory processes. We submitted testimony, coordinated with local partners, and advised decision-makers on water policy issues including nature-based solutions, emerging contaminants, drought resilience, hydropower, and improving protections for our inland waters. These efforts directly contributed to stronger protections for drinking water sources and enhanced community engagement in protection of and planning for our water resources.2. Watershed Education and OutreachThrough workshops, webinars, community events, social media outreach, and newsletters, Rivers Alliance educated thousands of residents, stakeholders, and decision makers about water issues. We distributed informational materials, engaged with dozens of partner organizations, and maintained a robust online presence to raise awareness. Our work improved public understanding of water quality and the importance of watershed protection.3. Technical Assistance for Local Water LeadersWe provided direct support to dozens of local residents dealing with land-use changes, water utilities, and watershed groups. This included one-on-one consultation, data sharing, and expert guidance on permitting and regulatory process and compliance. Our assistance helped these local groups work for better outcomes for their local waters.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending August 31, 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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending August 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since September 1994.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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