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Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Association of North America

EIN 20-4590517 · Aurora, OH

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood74 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Association of North America BCTA NA is committed to supporting Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy practitioners and educators. By advocating biodynamic principles the organization aims to enhance personal relational and global well-being. BCTA NA offers educational programs certification and professional growth opportunities to ensure excellence in craniosacral therapy. Through conferences newsletters and outreach initiatives the association cultivates a strong community of practitioners. Collaborations with global partners further the field and maintain high ethical standards. Additionally BCTA NA maintains a public registry of certified practitioners for easy access to trusted professionals.

Income
$188,166
Spending
$195,062
Reserves
7.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
other income, 48%
Highest pay
$9, president board of directors

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 74 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (medical research, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 7.8 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 20% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 4% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 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 (3)
  1. $67,515 spent. Our nonprofit offers both in-person and virtual Education Programs. Our in-person 700-hour foundation training sessions take place across North America providing comprehensive learning opportunities. Virtual advanced training is also available catering to practitioners teachers and the general public covering a wide array of relevant topics in various formats. To enhance communication we distribute monthly newsletters and publish the "Cranial Wave" Professional Journal reaching over 700 recipients through printed and electronic mediums.
  2. $6,679 spent. Virtual Summit in 2024 had 4 CE presentations. In 2025 a 3-day in-person and virtual conference is planned.
  3. $17,775 spent. We are committed to Diversity Equity and Inclusion and offer scholarship assistance to persons of the Global Majority to attend Foundation training and Mentorship programs for members seeking to become Approved Teachers.

Source: Form 990EZ 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 October 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 October 21, 2026.

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