Natoma Station Educational Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
This association is formed for the purpose of supporting and enhancing the educational experience of students at NSE by funding educational enrichment, student programs, school activities, classroom resources, and community-building activities, while fostering engagement among families, teachers, staff, and the school community.
- Income
- $64,284
- Spending
- $58,245
- Reserves
- 10.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 81%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending July 31, 2026, 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 July 31, 2026, 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 July 31, 2026, 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)
- $20,434 spent. Provided educational enrichment and academic support to elementary school students through classroom resources, literacy and mathematics programs, educational assemblies, arts and STEAM activities, library and reading programs, and other supplemental learning opportunities. Programs were designed to enhance the school's curriculum and provide students with educational experiences and resources beyond those otherwise available through the school's regular operating budget.
- $16,029 spent. Sponsored student and family activities designed to strengthen school community engagement and provide inclusive extracurricular experiences for students and families. Activities included school-wide family events, cultural and recreational programs, student celebrations, field activities, and other events that encouraged student participation and family involvement in the school community.
- $6,730 spent. Provided classroom and student support through instructional materials, classroom resources, student incentives, school supplies, recess equipment, teacher-supported educational needs, and other resources benefiting students throughout the school year.
- $4,511 spent. Other program services included teacher and staff appreciation, student recognition activities, school performances and music programs, fifth-grade activities, and other programs supporting students, staff, and the school community.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending July 31, 2026, 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 July 2026.
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 March 2012.
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.
Could it be confused with another charity? Worth knowing.
A much larger organization has a similar name: Educational Foundation Inc (Chapel Hill, NC), EIN 56-6058412. If that is the one you meant, check the EIN before giving.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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