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Active Youth Wisconsin Inc

EIN 27-4944213 · Verona, WI

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood86 out of 100GovernanceGood76 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE MISSION OF ACTIVE YOUTH WISCONSIN FORMERLY TRI 4 SCHOOLS IS A NONPROFIT COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR KIDS TO BE ACTIVE IN A GENERATION WHEN THEY MOVE LESS THAN EVER. OUR INITIATIVES FOSTER INCLUSIVITY, PROMOTE SELF-CONFIDENCE, WORK ETHIC AND POSITIVE PEER INTERACTIONS SO THAT ALL CHILDREN, REGARDLESS OF BACKGROUND, CAN BENEFIT FROM THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH ADVANTAGES THAT REGULAR ACTIVITY PROVIDES.

Income
$511,154
Spending
$479,854
Spent on programs
67%
Reserves
10.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 56%
Employees
46
Volunteers
150
Highest pay
$75,000, executive dir.

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

Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 73% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 10.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 11% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 0% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    67% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 36 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

Good: 76 out of 100. Higher than 59% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 10 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 (3)
  1. $148,313 spent. Birdie Derby: Birdie Derby is a fun-filled community event on Thanksgiving produced by Active Youth Wisconsin, whose dedicated volunteers work hard year-round to make your entire experience exceptional. There are options for everyone including walking or running the 5K or 10K, joining a team, or the kids dash. 100% of proceeds from the Birdie Derby stay in the community and support Dane County schools and community centers. The Grants 4 Schools program provides financial assistance, equipment, other resources, and direct funding to enhance educational opportunities and allow children to be active in a safe environment.
  2. $96,407 spent. Race Series: The mission of Active Youth Wisconsin is to support the health and well-being of kids inside and outside the classroom. By participating in our events and afterschool programs, kids build confidence, form better peer relationships, and develop a positive relationship with physical activity. We further our impact by donating 100 of entry fees back to school physical education departments.
  3. $78,072 spent. Afterschool programs: Active Youth Wisconsin Training Teams are 8-10 week afterschool programs, where kids use swimming, biking, and running to develop skills like teamwork, perseverance, and goalsetting. The program culminates by completing one of our multisport events. Minds in Motion is a 6-week afterschool running and mindfulness program that prepares kids for a 5k while building community, fitness, and perseverance. Our programs are accessible to all kids, Over 25000 kids crossed the finish line, building confidence and raising thousands of dollars for their school physical education departments.

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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since June 2011.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.

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