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Stafford Junction Inc

EIN 20-3036072 · Fredericksbrg, VA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood73 out of 100GovernanceGood80 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

STAFFORD JUNCTION IS DEDICATED TO IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH FAITH AND ACTION. AS A NONPROFIT 501(C)(3) CHARITY, WE ARE COMMITTED TO HELPING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN STAFFORD COUNTY STRUGGLING WITH POVERTY. OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE MEANINGFUL SUPPORT TO THOSE IN NEED, FOCUSING ON EDUCATION, EMPOWERMENT, AND HEALTHY LIVING. WE WORK CLOSELY WITH RESIDENTS, CHURCHES, SERVICE AGENCIES, AND BUSINESSES TO BUILD CONNECTIONS, FOSTER UNDERSTANDING, AND POSITIVELY IMPACT OUR COMMUNITY.

Income
$308,357
Spending
$398,271
Spent on programs
72%
Reserves
6.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 92%
Employees
8
Volunteers
41
Highest pay
$68,600, executive di

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 73 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 29% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 2% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    72% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 80 out of 100. Higher than 64% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • 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 September 30, 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 (5)
  1. $93,504 spent. BRAIN BUILDERS - THIS AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM PROVIDES PERSONALIZED SUPPORT TO STUDENTS WHO MAY BE STRUGGLING WITH SCHOOL. IT INCLUDES ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING, MENTORSHIP, GUIDED READING SESSIONS, MATH REVIEW, HOMEWORK HELP, AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT. ADDITIONALLY, STUDENTS RECEIVE A NUTRITIOUS MEAL OR SNACK. STUDENTS RECEIVE GUIDED READING AND MATH REVIEW, HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE, A HEALTHY MEAL, AND TMO (TIDE-ME-OVER) BAGS TO TAKE HOME. TMO BAGS ARE PRE-PACKAGED, NUTRITIOUS MEALS THAT WILL FEED A FAMILY OF FOUR. WE ALSO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL STEAM CLASSES FOR OUR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. THERE IS NO COST TO THE FAMILY FOR THIS PROGRAM.
  2. $70,085 spent. HEALTHY LIVING PAYS - A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM THAT INCLUDES WORKSHOPS, CLINICS, AND CLASSES DESIGNED TO EDUCATE INDIVIDUALS OF ALL AGES ON LEADING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE. WE EMPHASIZE NUTRITION, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, AND MENTAL WELL-BEING, PROVIDING TOOLS AND RESOURCES TO HELP INDIVIDUALS ADOPT HEALTHY HABITS. THE PROGRAM ALSO OFFERS FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS TO THE YMCA, HEALTH SCREENINGS, FIELD TRIPS, ART CLASSES, THE YOUTH FARM PROGRAM, ACTIVITIES, AND HOLIDAY GIVING PROGRAMS. SOME OF OUR PARTNERS INCLUDE THE MASSAD FAMILY YMCA, ART CART KIDS, DOWNTOWN GREENS, GREATER FALLS RUN LIONS CLUB, THE TABLE AT ST. GEORGE'S, AND STAFFORD COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE. THERE IS NO COST TO THE FAMILIES, AND TIDE ME OVER BAGS ARE PROVIDED.
  3. $66,958 spent. SUMMER ACTIVITIES - THE CAMPS OFFERED INCLUDE THE STAFFORD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE SPORTS CAMP, A STEAM CAMP FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, AND A FIVE-WEEK CAMP FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES K-5. CAMP JUNCTION AIMS TO MAKE LEARNING ENJOYABLE AND REINFORCE MATH AND READING SKILLS TO PREVENT SUMMER LEARNING LOSS. PARTICIPANTS ALSO RECEIVE A HEALTHY LUNCH AND SNACKS. WE PROVIDE A NUTRITIOUS LUNCH, ALONG WITH MATH AND READING CLASSES, STEAM ACTIVITIES, SPORTS, SELF-DIRECTED PLAY, COOKING LESSONS, ARTS & CRAFTS, FIELD TRIPS, AND TIDE ME OVER BAGS TO TAKE HOME. THERE IS NO COST TO FAMILIES FOR THIS PROGRAM.
  4. $55,705 spent. LIFE SKILLS - ADULTS ARE OFFERED A RANGE OF VALUABLE SERVICES AIMED AT IMPROVING THEIR EDUCATIONAL, PROFESSIONAL, AND ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS. THESE SERVICES INCLUDE ESL CLASSES, GED PREPARATION, AND FINANCIAL SEMINARS, ALONG WITH PERSONALIZED COACHING AND REFERRALS. WE PARTNER WITH RAPPAHANNOCK AREA ADULT REGIONAL EDUCATION (RARAE) TO PROVIDE SERVICES.
  5. LIFE SKILLS - ADULTS ARE OFFERED A RANGE OF VALUABLE SERVICES AIMED AT IMPROVING THEIR EDUCATIONAL, PROFESSIONAL, AND ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS. THESE SERVICES INCLUDE ESL CLASSES, GED PREPARATION, AND FINANCIAL SEMINARS, ALONG WITH PERSONALIZED COACHING AND REFERRALS. WE PARTNER WITH RAPPAHANNOCK AREA ADULT REGIONAL EDUCATION (RARAE) TO PROVIDE SERVICES.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 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 September 2025.

    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 January 2006.

    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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