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Source of Spokane

EIN 30-0871593 · Spokane, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak43 out of 100GovernanceWeak40 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

TO PROVIDE YOUTH AT RISK DUE WITH HOUSING AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL GROWTH, EDUCATION, SPIRITUAL GROWTH, JOB SKILL TRAINING FROM A CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW

Income
$5.0 million
Spending
$5.3 million
Spent on programs
78%
Reserves
0.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 96%
Employees
153
Highest pay
$202,454, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 43 out of 100. Higher than 10% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 69% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 8% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    78% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 40 out of 100. Higher than 4% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 of 7 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

    0 of 10

    Did not give 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

    0 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, 2024, 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 (1)
  1. $4.1 million spent. The Source of Spokane is a non-profit residential program for youth in need of guidance, restoration, and love. We aid teens in crisis through relationships with caring adults. Our staff and mentors strive to build positive, sincere, and life-altering alliances with at-risk youth with the goal of equipping and assisting them in their spiritual, occupational, and educational journeys while guiding them to reclaim a sense of self respect and dignity. Ultimately, our goal is to assist them in realizing their potential, and that there is purpose and reason for their lives.Our Youth Homes provide 24-hour residential care at four separate locations for youth 12 18 years of age who can benefit from a structured program designed to promote self-discipline, a strong work ethic, and responsible behavior. We strive to work in partnership with parent and/or child placement agencies to accomplish what is best for the youth in our care. We firmly believe family is the ideal place for a child to grow up. The Source Youth Homes are dedicated to helping the residents resolve their problems and find spiritual and emotional healing, and, hopefully, strengthen their bonds with their own families.The facilities provide a safe environment where youth are motivated to become actively involved in their own lifestyle changes designed to increase productivity, practice appropriate behavior, and resolve family and group conflicts. While at The Source Youth Homes, youth are taught basic life skills, interdependence with others, and respect for authority. As part of the treatment plan, youth are able to engage with therapeutic farm-oriented work as well as the maintenance and upkeep of the homes they reside in. Youth are assigned responsibility for the care of their own private rooms and common living areas shared with other youth. In 2024 we provided care for 19 youths, providing housing, food mentorship and life skills through 2 BRS residential home locations in the Spokane area. Our Idaho location opened in July of 2024, and was able to provide residential care to 5 youth in Idaho State.Our Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) programs in Washington provide care in two different categories. Enhanced Respite Services (ERS) provides 30-day respite care for children living with disabilities, giving their families a much-needed month of rest, while providing the youth with identified skills to implement once they return home. In 2024, we served 16 youth through this program. The second program we provide care through with DDA services is our Out of Home Services (OHS). This program provides long-term residential care for young people with developmental disabilities. In 2024, this program provided full care for 2 residents.Our international work continues in Malawi, Africa. The Source Malawi continues to provide housing for our Source Malawi team members and local foster children. We continue to be a center for community development, working alongside pastors and village churches across the country. We also run children's programs for two villages that include providing a hearty meal and stories, games and songs that remind children of their value in Gods eyes. There are currently two, family style orphan homes in operation where staff reside while providing care and residence for 10 children (covering housing, food, and education costs), as well as run community outreach, feeding programs, and fostering children.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 2024.

    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 August 2015.

    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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