The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center is a nonprofit charitable organization that serves as a unique and valuable resource for Triangle-area nonprofits, connecting people with opportunities to serve and providing nonprofits needed support to strengthen our community. We do this by: 1) Strengthening Nonprofits; 2) Developing Youth Leadership and Civic Engagement; 3) Mobilizing Volunteers; 4) Fostering Corporate Volunteerism; 5) Supporting Human Service Programs in partnership Social Services. Founded in 1972 to address unmet community needs, the Center advances nonprofits and volunteerism as a true community-centric organization able to make a broad impact across all issue areas. The Center has the largest database in the Triangle (area of NC) and works with more than 1,300 nonprofits. Our vision is to be the Triangle's leading resource for nonprofits to create a vibrant and engaged community with the mission to inspire, strengthen and mobilize Nonprofits and Volunteers.
- Income
- $717,616
- Spending
- $697,746
- Spent on programs
- 93%
- Reserves
- 4.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 52%
- Employees
- 14
- Volunteers
- 5,000
- Highest pay
- $87,863, executive director/ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 50% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.4 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 12% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 3% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 7% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1592% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 76% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 2511 of 11 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 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 (4)
- $122,468 spent. Nonprofit Resource Programming. The Center works to strengthen and build the capacity of nonprofits throughout the Triangle area, currently working with more than 1,200 nonprofits. By providing essential resources the Center helps these organizations maximize their impact and successfully fulfill their mission. Major services in this area include: 1) Nonprofit training, coaching & workshops focusing on recognized nonprofit best practices/strategies including the following: Service Enterprise which is a national program that helps nonprofits better leverage volunteers--especially highly skilled volunteers to substantially increase an organization's impact in the community. TNVLC is a national training HUB for North Carolina. The Nonprofit Monthly Training series which is ongoing monthly training (usually at no cost) that focuses on nonprofit operational best practices. TRIAVA (Triangle Area Volunteer Administrators) is an affiliated program of the NC Association of Nonprofit Administrators. We provide professional training and networking for nonprofit staff that manage volunteer programs. Fundraising/Revenue generation strategies are also included. 2) The Center coordinates capacity-building projects such as the Bid 4 Better Nonprofit Auction for area nonprofits. In addition to being a fundraiser for these agencies, this event helps raise program awareness for nonprofits and also mobilizes their volunteer base. 3) HandsOn Triangle is an online platform provided to nonprofits to be able to list their volunteer opportunities and upcoming event. This service is provided at no cost. The Center also sends regular email blasts to the Triangle area to publicize these needs and events. 4) Special Events such as the Key Volunteer of the Year and the Governor's Volunteer Service Award are planned on behalf of nonprofits. Since 1972, TNVLC has organized these events to provide a community platform for nonprofits to publicly acknowledge contributions of volunteers at a regional/state level. The Center coordinates the Governor's Volunteer Service Award for Wake, Orange, Durham, Person, Granville and Chatham counties. 5) The Resource Referral program matches inkind donations from companies and others with the needs of nonprofits-such as equipment, furniture, etc. These potential donations are shared with our nonprofit partners to help provide important resources. The center also provides other services such as coaching, board retreats, networking events and fiscal sponsorship services.
- $104,429 spent. Student/Youth Leadership & Civic Engagement Programs. Youth programming offers students opportunities for civic engagement and helps to develop their leadership skills. Students gain valuable experience and can earn recognition for those efforts. Annually more than 800 youth participate in these programs. Major program areas include: 1) The Mayor's Award-designed for students that volunteer during their summer vacations; 2) The Commissioners' Award encourages students to volunteers during the school year; 3) TNVLC is a certifying organization for the President's Service Award- which has now been temporairily suspended; 4) The Student Action provides students monthly leadership training and reflective activities during the school year. Students also plan and execute service projects at nonprofits throughout the community; 5) The Civic Engagement Leadership Institute is an intensive specialized summer leadership camp for HS students that helps them understand the importance of being socially responsible and fosters civic engagement. They explore issues, hear from community leaders and work with nonprofits. Teams develop a Capstone project addressing a community need that is presented to a panel of judges for potential funding and implementation. 6) IMPACT Camp is a week-long hands-on experience to help students become actively involved in addressing social needs, providing service hours to nonprofits and understanding how they (even as students) can make a real difference. 7) Model UN Week allows students to examine global issues and learn how they can advocate and solve issues through collaborative discussions. Students learn debate and presentation skills as well as learning about broad social needs. Each Year our students are recognized for over 30,000 hours of service to their communities. A recognition event is held each year--Tomorrow's Community Leaders--in which elected officials help present these awards. The Center has organized Youth programs since 1982.
- $312,426 spent. Social Services Community Programs. The Center works closely with Durham County Social Services (DSS) to manage & coordinate several programs that help meet essential community needs. All persons assisted are DSS clients and all are referred by DSS social workers. These programs include many that are long-time community traditions. 1) For over 50 years, The Center has coordinated the Share Your Holiday (Christmas) program which helps provide children, families, the elderly and disabled (all DSS clients in need) with clothing, shoes, toys, and basic household needs at Christmas. Annually more than 2,000 clients are served-including over 1,100 children; 2) Thanksgiving Dinners program provides a nourishing meal during the Thanksgiving holiday. Eligible clients can receive either a full cooked meal for those who are unable to cook or do not have kitchens/stoves or they can receive an uncooked meal that they can prepare themselves. There are meal guidelines so all have ample portions. For those with transportation issues, these meals are delivered directly to their homes by volunteers. Each year more than 1,000 meals are provided--including more than 700 children; 3) Backpacks for Kids is a school supply program that provides needed supplies for students living at or below the poverty level. Annually over 700 students received a new back pack filled with grade appropriate supplies.
- $105,780 spent. Volunteer Mobilization- The Center serves as THE Volunteer Center for the Triangle region on North Carolina. The Center operates HandsOn Triangle which is an online volunteer matching program that connects individuals and groups with volunteer opportunities at area nonprofits. The system is enhanced to allow volunteers to search for opportunities based on a variety of factors such as nonprofit name, skills needed, location, dates. Ongoing and one-time opportunities are available. The Center also publicizes these to the entire Triangle area through promotional channels as special needs occur. Our Corporate engagement services link businesses with nonprofits allowing their employees to participate in meaningful volunteers and teambuilding projects. The Center also now manages the AmeriCorps Retired & Senior Volunteer Program for Durham County. We work with over 100 senior adults in more than 40 nonprofits throughout the community. Court-ordered Community Service volunteers are assisted to located opportunities as mandated by the court system. In addition, the Center helps students fulfill school-mandated community service hours. Specialized volunteer programs address emerging and chronic community needs such as the Digital Navigator Program and the Voices- our Oral History program.
Source: Form 990 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? 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.
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 August 1997.
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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