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Valley View PTA

EIN 20-4582531 · Ellensburg, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair69 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The primary purpose of the Valley View PTA is to support and enhance the educational experience of students at Valley View Elementary School by funding classroom resources, student programs, extracurricular activities, and school events, providing staff appreciation, and improving school facilities to foster learning, enrichment, and a positive school community.

Income
$50,695
Spending
$70,768
Reserves
10.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 72%

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 34% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 10.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 40% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.

Source: Form 990EZ 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 (3)
  1. $33,400 spent. Program title: Facility and Playground Improvements Description of services provided: Funds were used to pave a new outdoor basketball court ($32,400) and provide playground balls and other equipment to improve recreational and athletic facilities. Number of persons benefited: All students at Valley View Elementary School (>400 students) Other relevant information: These improvements provide safe and engaging spaces for physical activity, supporting student health, wellness, and social development.
  2. $17,268 spent. Program title: Student Enrichment and School Events Description of services provided: Organized and funded a variety of programs and events, including the Color Run, Science Night, Literacy Night, Talent Show, and Bingo Night. The PTA also provides yearbooks as a pass-through service. Sponsorships funded t-shirts for every student during the Walkathon, which raised $20,000-$30,000 for PTA programs. Number of persons benefited: All 400+ students at Valley View Elementary School and participating families Other relevant information: These events foster learning, creativity, and school community engagement while providing students with enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom.
  3. $17,268 spent. Program title: Classroom Enhancements and Staff Appreciation Description of services provided: Provided $100 per teacher for classroom enhancements ($4,200 total), funded special requests for classroom supplies, distributed incentive prizes for students, and organized staff appreciation activities including back-to-school and holiday lunches and Staff Appreciation Week events. Number of persons benefited: All students and staff at Valley View Elementary (43 teachers + additional support staff + 400+ students) Other relevant information: These programs support student learning, improve classroom experiences, and recognize the contributions of teachers and staff to the school community.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, 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 November 6, 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 June 2025.

    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 2007.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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