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North Shore Youth Council Inc

EIN 11-2588790 · Rocky Point, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood81 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Organizations mission is to establish, coordinate and implement educational, cultural, recreational and social programs for youth and their families in the Brookhaven Township area of Long Island, NY.

Income
$1.8 million
Spending
$1.7 million
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
5.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 77%
Employees
114
Volunteers
80
Highest pay
$195,325, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 81 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 5.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 17% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 2% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 6 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    8 of 8 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • 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, 2024, 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. $721,912 spent. Youth Services & Childcare Programs: Before and After School Care programs provide academic support and physical activity in a safe, structured environment. Middle school drop-in programs give youth the freedom to socialize after school in a safe, supervised environment which includes homework time, arts and music, recreational activities and sports. Summer Buddies is a summer recreation program for children entering kindergarten through grade 7 and offers a wide range of activities that focus on youth development and socialization. Teen Titans is a summer drop-in program for youth in grades 6 and up and offers activities that include recreational sports, team building activities, games, arts and crafts, and movies. The youth and teen Positive Alternatives program positively engages children and teens after school to deter them from risky behaviors. By giving youth more opportunities for socialization, recreation, enrichment, and community service, they can feel encouraged and empowered to live healthy, responsible lives, and make a difference in their communities.
  2. $427,102 spent. Mental Health and Wellness Programs: The organizations mental health and counseling services provide safe, supportive spaces and diverse opportunities to improve well-being and help youth and families cope with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, alcohol and substance abuse, ADHD/ASD, social issues, behavioral issues, and bereavement. Counselors are licensed professionals providing safe, confidential counseling to children and adults, ages 5 and older. Counselors can also provide crisis intervention and referrals for additional services. NSYC clinicians help families recognize and resolve conflicts and improve their relationships and assist individuals gain clarity, develop effective communication, and strengthen problem-solving skills to produce positive outcomes. The program offers unique, ongoing group programs that target and nurture specific areas, including learning and reinforcing social skills, developing healthy coping skills, managing and reducing stress and anxiety, and identifying and understanding emotions.
  3. $246,276 spent. Heritage Park & Cultural Center Programs: Heritage Park is an 18.2-acre park located in Mt. Sinai in the Town of Brookhaven, NY. Adjacent to the park is the Heritage Cultural Center. The organization serves as steward to the park and administrator to the Cultural Center. The center offers year-round community events and on-site programming. As park stewards, initiatives include park enhancements, plantings, and keeping the park a safe, clean environment for community members.
  4. $53,054 spent. Other Programs: Food and clothing assistance and various other educational, cultural, recreational, and social programs for youth. Community behavioral health programs focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery services to address the opioid addiction crisis.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    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 2024.

    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 December 1982.

    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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