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El Pasos Miracle League

EIN 20-2275859 · El Paso, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair59 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To provide recreational activities in a league format for children and individuals with disabilities in the community. Promote self-confidence and self-esteem in various highlighted events. Maintain specially designed facilities for program participants and promote awareness of the programmed activities to increase participation in our community of disability. To encourage the inclusion of children and individuals with disabilities in everyday activities which allows their ability to give back to the local community.

Income
$221,322
Spending
$206,285
Spent on programs
91%
Reserves
0.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 52%
Employees
0
Volunteers
470

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

Fair: 59 out of 100. Higher than 24% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 7% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 17% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    91% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 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 96% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 9 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.

  • 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 (6)
  1. $70,890 spent. The league is the only year-round program for children and individuals with disabilities in the community, enabling participants to play in a league setting like able-bodied peers. Providing programming for baseball and tee ball is our primary focus. The specially designed field was built for this program. We invite other special needs organizations to participate in the league play. those include two church special needs ministries, a couple of Special Olympic delegations within the community, and the State Supported Living Center athletes.
  2. $3,847 spent. Provide a community service component to the program which includes volunteers from university and community college health-related programs and organizations assisting the program participants. Included in the volunteer service are high school students, business service organizations and community leaders.
  3. $13,172 spent. Summer programs for children and individuals with disabilities are inclusive, requiring more volunteers, planning, and scheduling. These programs also provide services for clients at State Supported Living Centers.
  4. $4,160 spent. Hosting an event that provides a pathway to self-confidence and development of self-esteem yearly, has proven over and over again how children and individuals with disabilities deserve the chance to show how alike they are to their able-bodied peers. Providing a venue where participants can display their talent, humor, vulnerabilities, and rewarded for stepping outside of their comfort zone is the goal we desire to reach each time. We provide the opportunity for our participants demonstrate their independence and willingness to climb above the expected.
  5. $8,002 spent. With the continuation of soccer and the addition of multiple sports programs including swimming, basketball, track and field, flag football, golf and bowling, we have been able to satisfy the needs of our participants to compete in team and individual competitions through League play and Special Olympics.
  6. $87,909 spent. A baseball program that runs year-round where children with disabilities at different levels of the autism spectrum are included alongside able-bodied children to develop skills and socialization as well as provide a better understanding of those that have different abilities.

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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 2005.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.

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