National Council of Textile Organizations
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What it says it does
The National Council of Textile Organizations is a unique association representing the entire spectrum of the textile sector. From fibers to finished products, from machinery manufacturers to power suppliers, NCTO is the voice of the U.S. textile industry.NCTO's mission is focused on creating powerful national and international alliances to advance the interests of the U.S. textile sector. As an organization, it is unrivaled in its composition which allows each segment of the industry to have a vote in determining NTCO policy. The centerpiece of NCTO is the four separate councils representing the fiber, yarn, fabric, and supplier industries, each with its own board representation. As a lobbying group, NCTO is harnessing the influence of an array of associations and business groups that have a stake in the survival and prosperity of the U.S. textile sector to leverage our impact in the halls of our nation's capital. NCTO is also mobilizing global resources in its efforts to preserve the
- Income
- $2.9 million
- Spending
- $2.8 million
- Employees
- 5
- Highest pay
- $734,750, president & ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This return does not answer enough of the governance questions to score.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)
- PROGRAM 1 Annual meeting and seminars: NCTO traditionally conducts one annual meeting in Washington, DC each year, but two meetings fell in this fiscal year elevating income and expenses in the meetings category. The annual meeting is open to all NCTO members and includes affiliates and invited guests. This annual gathering is a three-day event which encompasses committee meetings, council sessions for officer and director elections, open general sessions, many of which showcase speakers who address issues relevant and important to the textile industry. There are also ample opportunities for networking among NCTO members and industry colleagues throughout the conference.Additionally, routine conference calls are utilized to communicate with the Board and Executive Committee and occasionally the full membership to educate on issues affecting the industry. NCTO sponsored webinars were conducted to address industry issues and topics of interest for the NCTO members. These meetings and functions are for the benefit of and are open to all NCTO members and at times nonmember industry affiliates. Average attendance for most of these meetings numbered between 50-175 industry representatives
- PROGRAM 2 Trade consulting: Working on trade issues facing the textile industry is the primary reason NCTO often commissions studies or retains legal and professional services of outside consultants, contract labor, and law firms as needed to research and review these issues. Monitoring market disruption from imports and providing funds for market research and studies to substantiate and remedy such disruptions continues to be one of the most important functions of NCTO and is not only extremely beneficial to domestic manufacturers but critical to the health and well-being of the members of NCTO. Any beneficial action for domestic manufacturers greatly benefits suppliers and affiliated members as well since they are many times the customer base. Therefore, this type of service and action ultimately benefits all NCTO members to some degree. On behalf of the NCTO members and affiliates, NCTO is an important resource to government on issues affecting the domestic textile industry.
- PROGRAM 3 Public Relations: A continuation of the industry rebranding campaign entitled American Textiles -- We Make AmazingTM was designed to accurately define the 21st century U.S. textile industry. Themes and materials have been utilized that correct outdated and misleading impressions of the industry and that establish a baseline appreciation for the industry as a major employer, investor, innovator, producer, exporter, and competitor in the global marketplace. The campaign focus continues to engage NCTO members, media and influencers of industry policy.NCTOs PR campaign (an industry rebranding campaign entitled American Textiles -- We Make AmazingTM) continues to be a major focus to amplify through social media the U.S. textile industrys activities and the call for a long-term national strategy to support domestic production and paint a portrait of a viable U.S. textile industry for lawmakers who may have never stepped into a textile factory. Our PR and social media efforts are aimed at showing members of Congress how the U.S. textile industry provides Berry Amendment compliant uniforms and furnishings to our nations military, TSA and other federal workers. A particular focus over the past year has been to highlight the de minimis issues and how it helps feed the fentanyl crisis in this country. NCTO shines light on the importance of immediate policies and legislation, such as Buy American mandates, to establish a sustainable domestic supply chain and not be dependent on foreign inputs. There continue to be allied organizations who have partnered with NCTO on this campaign broadening the reach to go well beyond NCTO members only. The objective of engaging multiple organizations is to further spread a more positive message on behalf of the textile industry.To enhance the exposure of the textile industry in the medial, NCTO continues to showcase the rebranding efforts through its website www.textilesinthenews.org which is largely used for the dissemination of articles relating to the textile industry. A weekly publication of Textiles in the News is provided to all members and associated affiliates and then stored on the website. This site is intended to educate a wide audience.There is also a weekly press round up that is assimilates news articles which make mention of NCTO and/or any of its member companies. The press round up is then widely distributed to NCTO all members and affiliates.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(6) business league.
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? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(6) business league as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending March 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 October 2006.
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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