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Rio Grande Valley Diabetesassociation

EIN 20-5679174 · Mcallen, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood80 out of 100GovernanceWeak38 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • Only 21% 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

TO PROVIDE AND FACILITATE THE MEANS TO PROMOTE A HEALTHY COMMUNITY BY MINIMIZING THE IMPACT OF DIABETES IN HIDALGO COUNTY, TEXAS, THROUGH EDUCATION SERVICES, DETECTION, PREVENTION AN AWARENESS.

Income
$317,708
Spending
$287,440
Spent on programs
21%
Reserves
15.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
8
Volunteers
42

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 80 out of 100. Higher than 52% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 15.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes -5% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 10% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 5% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    21% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 35 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 38 out of 100. Higher than 7% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 of 15 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 December 31, 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 (5)
  1. $56,739 spent. Gala / Dancing with the stars This event draws an attendance of 970 community members, and this year we aim to welcome 1,000 guests to support our vital mission. The evening will feature an exciting dancing competition with community celebrities, gourmet dining, live and silent auctions, and dancing until midnight. This is our largest fundraiser and allows us to provide the service we provide to the public.
  2. $1,661 spent. The Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association honor Local Heroes Living with Diabetes in a special Fashion Show. This inspiring event highlights the stories of those who face diabetes with grace, determination, and dignity. We celebrate individuals for their strength and advocacy. Adding glamour to the event, participants afflicted with diabetes will take the runway, showcasing the latest fashions provided by Macys.
  3. $961 spent. Walkers Against Diabetes a large scale community group walk to raise awarenesss against the harm of diabetes.
  4. $712 spent. On a weekly basis, we provide Free to everyone not matter income or insurance. Exercise classes twice a week with a certified trainer, Cooking Classes twice a month with a certified dietician. Live Dance classes, Yoga classes, Arts and Craft Classes. RGVDA pays for the instructors as part of our education commitment. Health Fairs are held twice a year.
  5. $300 spent. Celebrity Waiter Local attorneys, judges, physicians, bankers, business owners and representatives sell 10 tickets for a table of ten to be their waiter. They are our celebrity waiters and do not actually serve the guests (we have trained and certified food handlers serving the guests). Some sell desserts and the ideas are endless. RGVDA receives the ticket sells also. Funds from the program help fund RGVDA.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 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 September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.

    Status was revoked on May 15, 2025 for not filing returns for three years. The IRS now lists it as tax-exempt again.

    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 December 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 September 2025.

    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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