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Central Lincoln County Young Mens Christian Association

EIN 22-2978129 · Damariscotta, ME

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair61 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The CLC YMCA is a key collaborative leader improving the life for all by being the champion for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our YMCA is founded by volunteers from our community and lead by a CEO and volunteer board of directors. Volunteers also serve as mentors, coaches, program leaders, instructors and more.

Income
$5.4 million
Spending
$3.7 million
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
-5.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 48%
Employees
131
Volunteers
83
Highest pay
$133,326, chief executive officer

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

Fair: 61 out of 100. Higher than 33% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 21% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 31% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 34% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 10 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

    16 of 16 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 (4)
  1. $1.9 million spent. FAMILY FITNESS - YMCA programs focus on healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility and offer a wide variety of opportunities. Healthy living and wellness programs help people create realistic goals for self-improvement in a safe, engaging, and fun atmosphere with options for both personalized and group-based settings. Chronic disease prevention and management programs facilitate improved health following evidence-based curriculum. Tennis and other sports programs for youth and adults foster teamwork, leadership, and development of social and physical skills.
  2. $793,360 spent. CHILDCARE - The CLC YMCA believes the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. Our play-based curriculum for early education supports and nurtures all areas of a child's development from social-emotional and cognitive skills to academic skills like math, literacy, and science. We model inclusive, child-led classrooms and are always seeking the best ways to engage our students' curiosity and meet each of our students where they are. Not only do we recognize the importance of helping kids learn how to engage in the classroom in a meaningful way, but the other half of our curriculum strategy is getting the students outside and having nature-based learning experiences as well. Our teachers understand the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of kids, the need children have to feel connected and supported in trying new things, and the caring and reinforcement parents and families need to help each other. Our school age childcare programs nurture the potential of youth through physical activity, homework help, and enrichment activities focusing on character development and social-emotional learning. The kids enjoy a safe, fun environment where they can thrive, learn new skills, and build relationships with their peers and caring teachers. All children enjoy nutritious and locally sourced foods while in our school age programs.
  3. $370,800 spent. SUMMER CAMP - Summer camp at the YMCA provides youth with safe and exciting opportunities to explore, learn, create, and discover the world around them. Under the guidance of caring, enthusiastic, and trained counselors, in a welcoming and inclusive environment, children create lasting friendships and lifelong memories. From sports and swimming to arts and adventure, summer camp options span a broad range of interests. Summer camp inspires campers to embrace the Y's core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and challenges them to explore, learn new skills, and be creative. YMCA camp counselors are positive role models and encourage campers of all ages to thrive.
  4. The Y offers a full range of programs to youth, adults and seniors. Financial Assistance is available for those in need.

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? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    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 July 1994.

    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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