Regional Task Force on the Homeless Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
RTFH exists to reduce and end homelessness in San Diego, ensuring that if this situation does happen for anyone, it remains a rare, brief and non-recurring instance; not an outcome.
- Income
- $23.9 million
- Spending
- $22.7 million
- Spent on programs
- 94%
- Reserves
- 3.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 93%
- Employees
- 37
- Volunteers
- 1,600
- Highest pay
- $296,627, ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 70 out of 100. Higher than 60% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 3.8 months of spending.
Debt
5 of 20It owes 69% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 24% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1594% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Independent board
25 of 2517 of 17 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 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 (1)
- $21.3 million spent. Incorporated on June 17, 2004, as a nonprofit public benefit corporation, the Regional Task Force on the Homeless, Inc. began doing business as the Regional Task Force on Homelessness (RTFH) in July 2022. Today, RTFH serves as San Diego Countys lead agency for homelessness response and coordination.Our VisionRTFH is the homeless policy expert and lead coordinator for the introduction of new models in the San Diego region and implementation of best practices. Collaboration in the region and utilizing data are key ways to end homelessness, and we continue to expand the network of those who are touched by homelessness improve lives.Continuum of Care (CoC) LeadershipRTFH serves as the HUD-designated Continuum of Care (CoC) lead agency for San Diego County. The CoC promotes a coordinated, community-based approach to addressing homelessness, bringing together service providers, individuals with lived experience, and local leaders to develop and implement strategies that meet the diverse needs of individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The CoC Board oversees planning, funding coordination, and system-level performance to ensure resources are used effectively and equitably. This includes managing the annual competitive process to apply for HUD funding through the Continuum of Care Program, which primarily supports housing and services for people experiencing homelessnessespecially those with the highest needs. Key Programs and InitiativesHomeless Management Information System (HMIS): RTFH manages the HMIS for the San Diego region and Imperial County, providing essential data and insights on homelessness to inform policy and drive system performance. Coordinated Entry System (CES): RTFH operates the CES, a critical tool for assessing and prioritizing individuals and families experiencing homelessness for housing and services.WeAllCount (PIT Count): RTFH conducts the annual Point-in-Time Count, known as WeAllCount, to gather data on the number and characteristics of people experiencing homelessness in the region. Diversion Programs: RTFH implements diversion strategies to address immediate housing crises and help individuals avoid entering the shelter system by identifying alternative housing solutions. Flexible Housing Pool (FHP): In collaboration with partners like Brilliant Corners, RTFH administers the FHP to secure housing for people experiencing homelessness, including veterans, youth, and families, by leveraging various funding sources and landlord partnerships.Annual Conference: Since 2022, RTFH has hosted a high-impact conference that gathers local, state, and national experts, elected officials, service providers, and individuals with lived experience to collaborate; serving as vital platforms for sharing best practices, fostering partnerships, and energizing the community's collective efforts to combat homelessness.Governance StructureRTFH operates under a dual-governance model to fulfill both nonprofit and federal Continuum of Care responsibilities:RTFH Board of Directors:A 17-member board focused on organizational oversight, strategic direction, and nonprofit governance. This structure was formalized in October 2020 to enhance RTFHs capacity to fulfill the requirements of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.Continuum of Care Advisory Board:A 33-member body representing a broad spectrum of stakeholders including government entities, health systems, philanthropic partners, faith-based organizations, service providers, law enforcement, and those with lived experience tasked with CoC planning and oversight.Regional VisionReduce and end homelessness in San Diego, ensuring that if this situation does happen for anyone, it remains a rare, brief and non-recurring instance; not an outcome.
Source: Form 990 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 November 6, 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 2005.
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 November 4, 2026.
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