PTA Pennsylvania Congress
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The mission of the Julia Ward Howe Elementary Parent Teacher Association is to enhance the educational experience of all students by fostering collaboration between parents teachers and staff We aim to support academic programs provide resources for enrichment activities and promote family engagement in education ensuring that all efforts serve charitable and educational purposes for the benefit of the school community
- Income
- $36,220
- Spending
- $31,928
- Reserves
- 11.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- other income, 89%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, 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 June 30, 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)
- $8,310 spent. 5th Grade ActivitiesField Trips -- The provides financial support for 5th grade activities and educational field trips to enrich students learning experiences beyond the classroom These contributions help promote academic growth cultural awareness and social development by offering opportunities for hands-on learning and memorable milestone events
- $7,020 spent. Wish ListsSupplies Donated to Howe -- The PTA provides essential classroom and school supplies to support teachers and students in achieving educational goals These donations help enhance learning environments reduce financial burdens on families and staff and ensure students have the resources needed for academic success
- $2,018 spent. FamilyStudent Events -- The PTA hosts family-oriented events such as Family Reading Night Bingo Night Bite Around the World and the Talent Show to foster community engagement strengthen family-school connections and support student learning and cultural enrichment These activities provide opportunities for families to participate in educational and social experiences that promote literacy creativity and diversity while building a supportive school environment
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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.
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.
Are donations tax-deductible? Worth knowing.
Not individually listed by the IRS as eligible, which is usual for local chapters covered by a parent organization's exemption. The master file records contributions to it as deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since January 1970.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
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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