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Raritan Valley Y M C a

EIN 22-1494457 · E Brunswick, NJ

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood86 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Mission: The Raritan Valley YMCA is committed to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout our area. It is a charitable, not for profit organization that welcomes all people regardless of age, race, religion, or economic status and strives to enrich each and every life through a unique, dynamic combination of programs that strengthen spirit, mind, and body. The Raritan Valley YMCA embraces the Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Income
$3.3 million
Spending
$2.8 million
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
14.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 89%
Employees
177
Volunteers
81
Highest pay
$159,517, executive director

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: 86 out of 100. Higher than 74% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 14.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 19% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 16% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 11% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 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

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    15 of 21 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.

  • 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 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 (3)
  1. $1.7 million spent. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: OUR YMCA IS COMMITTED TO NURTURING THE POTENTIAL OF EVERY CHILD AND TEEN. WE BELIEVE THAT ALL KIDS DESERVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DISCOVER WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY CAN ACHIEVE BY CONTRIBUTING TO THE 40 DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS OF A CHILD. THAT'S WHY WE HELP YOUNG PEOPLE CULTIVATE THE VALUES, SKILLS, AND RELATIONSHIPS THAT LEAD TO POSITIVE BEHAVIORS, BETTER HEALTH, AND EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT. OUR YMCA PROGRAMS, SUCH AS CHILDCARE, DAY CAMP, YOUTH SPORTS, INSTRUCTIONAL SPORTS AND SWIM, AND SWIM TEAM PROGRAMS, OFFER A RANGE OF EXPERIENCES THAT ENRICH COGNITIVE, SOCIAL, PHYSICAL, AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH. OUR COMMITMENT INCLUDES SUBSIDIES AND DIRECT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE THAT MAKE PARTICIPATION POSSIBLE FOR UP TO 30 PERCENT OF THE YOUNG PEOPLE WE ENGAGE IN DAY CAMP AND 90 PERCENT IN CHLDCARE.
  2. $362,075 spent. HEALTHY LIVING: THE Y IS A LEADING VOICE ON HEALTH AND WELL-BEING. WE BRING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES CLOSER TOGETHER, ENCOURAGE GOOD HEALTH, AND FOSTER CONNECTIONS THROUGH FITNESS, SPORTS, FUN, AND HEALTH EDUCATION. AS A RESULT, HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY ARE RECEIVING THE SUPPORT, GUIDANCE, AND RESOURCES TO ACHIEVE GREATER HEALTH IN SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY. THIS IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT AS OUR NATION STRUGGLES WITH AN OBESITY CRISIS AND RELATED CHRONIC ILLNESSES. FAMILIES STRUGGLE WITH WORK/LIFE BALANCE, AND INDIVIDUALS SEARCH FOR PERSONAL FULFILLMENT, YET AT THE YMCA THEY FIND A HEALTHY AND SAFE OUTLET. OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HEALTHY LIVING IS EVIDENCED BY THE FREE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS WE CONDUCT, INCLUDING HEALTH WORKSHOPS, HEALTHY KIDS DAY, FREE BLOOD PRESSURE AND HEALTH PROGRAMS SUCH AS GROUP EXERCISE AND AQUATIC OFFERINGS, FITNESS TRAINING, AND SENIOR EXERCISE HAVE PROVIDED OUTLETS FOR HEALTHY LIVING.
  3. $359,205 spent. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: AT THE Y, STRENGTHENING THE COMMUNITY IS OUR CAUSE. WE BELIEVE THAT LASTING PERSONAL AND SOCIAL CHANGE CAN ONLY COME ABOUT WHEN WE ALL WORK TOGETHER TO INVEST IN OUR KIDS, OUR HEALTH, AND OUR NEIGHBORS. FOR THOSE IN NEED. OUR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY EXTENDS BEYOND SERVICE TO OUR MEMBERSHIP. OUR BUILDING IS HOME TO A CHURCH, SERVES AS A COMMUNITY MEETING PLACE, AND IS AND ACTIVE CENTER FOR BOY AND GIRL SCOUTS PROGRAMMING. WE WORK COLLABORATIVELY WITH LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENTITIES AND SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES TO ADDRESS COMMUNITY NEEDS INCLUDING DROWNING/WATER SAFETY, FOOD INSECURITY, HOMELESSNESS, AND CHILDCARE VOIDS. WE BRIDGE GAPS, OVERCOME OBSTACLES, THROUGH OUR WORK. THE Y MAINTAINS A WEEKLY FOOD DISTRIBUTION AND ASSISTS THOSE IN NEED WITH SNAP APPLICATIONS. YOUNG STAFF, COLLEGE INTERNS, AND YOUTH VOLUNTEERS ARE ALSO TRAINED, MOLDED AND DEVELOPED TO BE SOCIALLY AWARE AND RESPONSIBLE. THIS IS DEMONSTRATED AS WE INVEST OUR TIME AND ENERGY INTO ACCOMMODATING COLLEGE INTERNS, YOUTH WORK STUDY PROGRAMS, SCOUTING AWARD PROJECTS, AND COUNSELOR IN TRAINING PROGRAMS.

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 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 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 November 1934.

    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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