Ion at Home
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The mission of I'On At Home is to enable I'On residents to have a healthy, active and independent lifestyle and remain in their homes as long as possible.
- Income
- $52,970
- Spending
- $53,533
- Reserves
- 25.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- other income, 91%
- Highest pay
- $18,124, administrative manager
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 90 out of 100. Higher than 75% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 25.8 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 1% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 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 (2)
- $25,080 spent. Membership ProgramI'On At Home is a membership organization, and you must be a member to receive volunteer services and attend program events. I'On residents age 55 and over may become members. Other residents with disabilities or special circumstances will be considered as requested.Membership Categories and FeesFull Membership: This membership is available to all I'On residents age 55 and older and allows access to all programs and services offered by the organization including all cultural, educational, and social events and all services available from volunteers. There are two categories of membership:Household ($500/year): Two individuals living in a single I'On residence at a specific address in which at least one member is 55 years of age or older. Both individuals are members. An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is considered a separate residence.Individual Membership ($350/year): One resident of I'On who is 55 years of age or older who may live alone or with a partner/spouse who is not interested in joining.Non-Residents: I'On At Home allows a maximum of 10 persons a year to join under a Household or Individual Membership. This category applies to individuals who are non-residents but who have lived in I'On and/or maintain close ties with the I"On At Home community.Annual membership fees allow the organization to cover the expenses associated with program offerings and services as well as maintaining the website, technology, printing, supplies, advertising, liability insurance for the organization and its board, cost to confirm credentials of volunteers providing services and part-time salary costs.
- $25,751 spent. Programs for MembersOne of the most important functions of I'On At Home (IAH) is to keep members socially connected. There has been a great deal of research into the challenges of aging and one of the most significant is loneliness. All elderly have different needs. Some members want to be involved in many activities while others are more solitary. However, members need to stay "connected and seek intellectual stimulation as well as social interaction. The purpose of IAH program events is to address the interests and needs of its members. Programs are selected and organized accordingly.Priority fo attendance at events is given to IAH members. There is often a capacity restriction for a program given the venue or nature of the event. Non-member guests may be permitted to attend if member registrations for an event do not reach the maximum capacity.All events are posted well in advance in the Events Calendar on the IAH website. In addition, a weekly newsletter published every Sunday morning and sent to all members via email highlights the upcoming events and provides a link to the website to facilitate registration.Examples of the events offered are as followed:Cultural Arts:These events are organized to take advantage of performing arts in the Charleston area. If the event tales place outside I'On, an effort is made to obtain discounted prices and car-pools may be organized. Examples include:Visits to special exhibitions at the Gibbes or other art galleriesMusical performances at area churchesSpoleto / Spoleto Piccolo ProgramsPerformances at the Guillard or North Charleston Performing Arts CenterPerformances by local artists in I'On at private home or outdoor space in the community, e.g., Charleston Symphony string quartet, singers from Charleston Opera or other groups, individual local performers.Educational OpportunitiesMembers can participate in discussions, lectures and workshops that are educational in nature. Examples include:Talks and/or panel discussions on the economy, political issues, history, and travel.Presentations by professionals on topics related to Health and WellnessPresentations by local authors and artistsTalks on topics related to AgingCooking demonstrations and "how to" demonstrations such as flower arrangingSocial EventsEvents that are social in nature are a vital part of IAH. Organized on a regular basis these events allow members to interact with their neighbors and make new friends in many different settings from small private homes to larger venues. They include:Monthly Happy Hour at local restaurantMonthly "Cocktails and Conversation" groups held at private homesSocial events for single membersMonthly men's happy hourAnnual parties to recognize the contributions of volunteers and celebrate seasons / holidaysSpecial Interest GroupsIf members have common special interests, IAH facilitates programs to allow these members to enjoy those interests. Examples include:HikingBikingBocce"Great Decisions": discussions on global trends and issuesFilm critiques and analysesLocal ExcursionsCharleston and its environs are rich in history, architecture, geography and beauty and there are many public events taking place. Members make partake of excursions to visit sites of interest and/or attend events.They include:Historic Plantations and buildingsGalery OpeningsAthletic Events (collegiate and professional)Wildlife PreservesFilm FestivalsHoliday Events
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 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 December 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 August 2016.
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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