Christian Community Action
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY ACTION MINISTERS TO THE POOR BY PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES THAT ALLEVIATE SUFFERING,BRING HOPE AND CHANGE LIVES.
- Income
- $13.7 million
- Spending
- $11.0 million
- Spent on programs
- 85%
- Reserves
- 16.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 89%
- Employees
- 35
- Volunteers
- 2,471
- Highest pay
- $202,912, president & 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
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 95% of charities in its peer group (housing, $10m to $100m).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 16.5 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 2% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 20% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 51% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1585% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 9 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: 100 out of 100. Higher than 44% of charities in its peer group (housing, $10m to $100m).
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
15 of 15Its accounts were audited 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)
- $6.2 million spent. Rescue: Pantry feeding the hungry has always been an integral part of Christian Community Actions (CCA) mission to provide to those in need. In 1989, CCA staff began regularly stocking a small office closet with donated food for clients. Today, CCA operates one of the largest client-choice food pantries in North Texas, providing essential food, personal hygiene, and household needs to more than 2,700 individuals every week. The CCA food pantry has been voted the #1 food pantry in North Texas for the last 7 years. CCAs client-choice distribution model empowers clients to choose which foods they will take home, providing flexibility and preserving the dignity of the client receiving assistance. With 40-60% of their food needs provided by CCAs food pantry, families can reserve their limited household income for other essentials.
- $1.9 million spent. Rescue: Housing Stability Christian Community Action (CCA) provides comprehensive services designed to promote housing stability, financial security, and long-term transformation for individuals and families in crisis. Through faith-based case management, financial assistance, and supportive programming, CCA helps restore dignity and independence to those facing homelessness or imminent risk of housing loss. CCAs case managers meet with each client in prayer, offering spiritual and emotional encouragement alongside practical support. For individuals experiencing homelessness, CCAs Rapid Rehousing program provides long-term rental assistance and case management for up to twelve months. Since 2021, CCA has successfully housed 102 previously homeless households through this program. For households at risk of eviction or foreclosure, CONTINUTED ON SCHEDULE O CCA provides emergency and short-term financial assistance (up to three months of support) to prevent homelessness. During the last fiscal year, CCA provided 1,152 months of financial support to 759 individuals (282 households), enabling families to remain stably housed and avoid displacement.
- $699,814 spent. Relief Services CCA provides seasonal and emergency relief services that address the immediate needs of vulnerable children, families, and seniors. Through the Kids Eat Free summer feeding program, CCA distributed 54,006 nutritious meals to 1,007 children ages 017. The Back-to-School program equipped 696 students with brand-new clothing, backpacks, and school supplies through partnerships with local retailers, promoting dignity and confidence as they began the academic year. During the Christmas Cheer program, 1,048 children received gifts and holiday items valued at approximately $200 per child, while 127 seniors received gifts valued at $100 each. In addition, seniors benefited from $21,590 in transportation vouchers for grocery access and participated in weekly hot meals, devotionals, and fellowship activities that enhanced their social connection and quality of life.
- $542,498 spent. Restorative Services CCAs educational and restorative programs empower individuals to improve their skills, increase income, and achieve self-sufficiency. During the fiscal year, 82 students advanced their language literacy through English as a Second Language (ESL) classes; 4 participants completed financial literacy and budgeting workshops; 4 participants enhanced digital skills through computer training; and 55 individuals secured employment through CCAs Job Readiness program. CCA also offers professional counseling and spiritual care at no cost, with 1,377 individuals receiving prayer support and 689 counseling sessions provided. These programs collectively advance CCAs mission of alleviating suffering, bringing hope, and changing lives by addressing both the immediate and long-term needs of our community.
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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since November 1973.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.
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