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Hellenic American Cultural Center & Museum of Oregon and Sw Washington

EIN 20-5466770 · Portland, OR

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood70 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • Only 25% of its spending went to programs.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

HACCM WAS CREATED TO: GATHER PRESERVE AND SHARE THE HELLENIC GREEK AMERICAN EXPERIENCE IN OREGON AND SW WASHINGTON. TO CELEBRATE THE RICH CULTURAL TRADITION BROUGHT TO THIS REGION BY HELLENES. HONOR THE ACTIVITIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF HELLENIC AMERICANS.

Income
$201,641
Spending
$168,071
Spent on programs
25%
Reserves
117.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 42%
Employees
2
Volunteers
25
Highest pay
$51,668, executive director

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

Good: 70 out of 100. Higher than 43% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 117.9 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 17% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 83% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    25% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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 92% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 of 12 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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • 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 (3)
  1. $20,787 spent. Program Service 1: An Evening of Greek Wines - Auction Fundraiser - An Evening of Greek Wines is a signature fundraising event that promotes Hellenic American culture through a curated wine-tasting experience auction and community gathering. The event advances the organizations exempt purpose under Section 501c3 or 501c4 by celebrating Greek heritage raising funds for cultural and educational programs and engaging the community.
  2. $13,762 spent. Program Service 2: Founders Day Event-The Founders Day Event is an annual celebration honoring the organizations mission and founding principles fostering community engagement and promoting Hellenic American heritage. The event includes keynote speeches cultural performances and interactive workshops that align with our exempt purpose.
  3. $7,424 spent. Program Service 3: OPA VOLTA Concert - The OPA VOLTA Concert is a cultural event highlighting The Hellenic American Culture celebrating Greek-American heritage through music dance and community engagement. This program supports our exempt purpose by promoting cultural education and inclusivity.

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 February 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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