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Y Service Clubs International U S Area

EIN 33-0179922 · Andover, MA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong95 out of 100GovernanceFair62 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

As Y Service Clubs International, U.S. Area is a world-wide fellowship of persons of all faiths working constructively together, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ, in partnership with and supporting the YMCA, its mission is to strive through active service to develop, encourage and provide leadership to build a better world for all humankind.

Income
$91,098
Spending
$58,917
Spent on programs
98%
Reserves
108.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 79%
Employees
0
Volunteers
868

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: 95 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 108.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 35% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 6% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    98% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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

Fair: 62 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no 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.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports 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 (13)
  1. $28,613 spent. PARENT/AFFILIATE ORGANIZATION: DUES AMOUNTS PAID BY THE US AREA MEMBERS ARE REMITTED TO OUR PARENT/AFFILIATE ORGANIZATION AND USE OF FUNDS ARE REPORTED BY THAT ORGANIZATION TO ITS GOVERNING COUNCIL OF WHICH OUR ORGANIZATION'S PRESIDENT IS A MEMBER. DUES ARE UTILIZED TO COORDINATE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM SERVICES AMONG THE 7 AREAS GLOBALLY.
  2. $11,215 spent. DISASTER RELIEF FUND ("DRF")-THE PURPOSE OF DRF IS TO PROVIDE NECESSARY SUPPORT TO RELIEF EFFORTS DURING REGIONAL, NATIONAL, AND INTERNATIONAL DISASTERS. SPECIFIC PROJECTS THIS YEAR SUPPORTED VICTIMS OF HURRICANE HELENE IN THE CAROLINAS.
  3. $6,269 spent. General Membership Programs-Coordination of executive officers, program service directors, and membership recognition-Operation of a supply store to provide pins, clothing, and gear that promotes our organization
  4. $3,762 spent. TIME OF FAST FUND ("TOF")-The purpose of TOF is to support projects sponsored by both Ys Men and the YMCAs all over the world. TOF projects have clear and timely impact at the local level, improving the everyday lives of their beneficiaries in a sustainable manner. They encourage deeper systemic and enduring changes that help YMI in building a better world for all humankind, which is our overlying mission.
  5. $2,837 spent. BUILDING FELLOWSHIP FUND ("BF")-THE PURPOSE OF BF IS to build fellowship among club members and inspire leadership in the YMI movement BY: (A) PROMOTING EXCHANGE PROGRAMS, ESPECIALLY FOR YOUTH AND (B) COVERING THE COST OF TRAVEL FOR APPLICANTS TO HOSTING CLUBS AND COVERING TRAVEL EXPENSES TO REGIONAL, AREA, AND INTERNATIONAL YMI EVENTS
  6. $2,513 spent. ROLL BACK MALARIA FUND ("RBM")-THE PURPOSE OF RBM IS TO to support the global fight against malaria. YMI IS a partner in the RBM Partnership to End Malaria, the global framework for coordinated action against malaria. IN ADDITION, Together with World YMCA, a multi-stakeholder partnership has been created to support The Global Fund to Fight Against AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.
  7. $1,876 spent. ENDOWMENT FUND ("END")-THE PURPOSE OF END IS To provide financial aid and stability for YMI's present and future purposes, objectives, programS and expansion BY: (a) extending and developing clubs affiliated with Ys Men International around the world and (b) solving special problems or carrying on special projects which strengthen, extend and develop YMI in Areas or Regions around the world.
  8. $503 spent. ALEXANDER SCHOLARSHIP FUND ("ASF")-The purpose of ASF is to promote the training of YMCA staff and/or those seeking to become YMCA staff members. Its aim is to alleviate the desperate shortage of YMCA professionals by: a Encouraging young people to take on this responsibility and b Making financial contributions towards their training. WHO BENEFITS FROM ASF? (a) Persons already employed by the YMCA who need a grant to increase their training and proficiency. (b) YMCAs seeking trained staff. (c) YMCA members who are better served by professionally-trained leadership.
  9. Paul William Alexander Legacy Project ("PWA")-THE PURPOSE OF PWA IS a collective effort to honor the founder of Y's Men International bY commemorating our origin AND IMPLEMENTING projects WHICH aim to consolidate a unified future, strengthening international solidarity and club members commitment to the vision of Paul William Alexander.
  10. DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS FUND ("DFS")-THE PURPOSE OF DFS IS TO PROMOTE CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR YMCA STAFF BY SUPPORTING short-term courseWORK, classes, or seminars.
  11. HEAL THE WORLD FUND ("HTW")-a global initiative that envisions stronger international engagement and organiZational solidarity achieved through cooperative and aligned projects addressing specific needs. CURRENT PROJECT IS A campaign launched to support the response plan developed under the leadership of our partners at the YMCA Europe and World YMCA TO SUPPORT THOSE AFFECTED BY THE ONGOING SITUATION IN UKRAINE.
  12. INTERNATIONAL/ NATIONAL/ AND/OR REGIONAL MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS - THE PURPOSE IS TO BRING AREA LEADERSHIP AND CURRENT AND POTENTIAL MEMBERS TOGETHER FOR FELLOWSHIP, EDUCATION, AND TO PROMOTE BEST PRACTICES GLOBALLY THROUGHOUT THE YMI MOVEMENT.
  13. DISCRETIONARY PROJECTS - CURRENT PROJECT SUPPORTING THE YMCA ALUMNI ORGANIZATION'S NATIONAL SERVICE PROJECT

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

  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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 2026.

  4. 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 September 7, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since September 1992.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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