Share-Concerned Cyclists of Crystal Cove
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Orange County Mountain Bike Association OCMTBA was formed to advocate for protect and expand responsible mountain biking access and trail opportunities throughout Orange County and surrounding Southern California communities. The organization exists to support sustainable trail development stewardship rider education and community engagement while promoting safe and environmentally responsible outdoor recreation. OCMTBAs primary purpose is to work collaboratively with public land agencies community partners volunteers and other trail user groups to maintain and improve multi-use trail systems and increase access to outdoor recreation opportunities. The organization organizes volunteer trail work events supports trail planning and restoration projects provides advocacy on land-use and recreation issues and promotes responsible trail etiquette and environmental stewardship. In furtherance of its exempt purpose OCMTBA also conducts educational programs community even
- Income
- $99,480
- Spending
- $90,888
- Reserves
- 6.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 91%
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
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 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 (1)
- $83,991 spent. The Orange County Mountain Bike Association provides trail advocacy stewardship education and community engagement programs that support mountain biking and sustainable outdoor recreation throughout Orange County and surrounding Southern California areas. The organization serves mountain bikers hikers trail runners families youth riders volunteers and the general public who use and benefit from local multi-use trail systems and public open spaces. During the year OCMTBA organized and supported volunteer trail work and maintenance projects in partnership with public land agencies and community organizations to improve trail safety sustainability and accessibility. Activities included trail repairs erosion mitigation vegetation management drainage improvements trail clean-up efforts and support for responsible trail development initiatives. OCMTBA also conducted community outreach and educational efforts promoting responsible trail use environmental stewardship rider safety and multi-user trail etiquette. The organization participated in public meetings advocacy efforts fundraising events group rides and community partnerships to support expanded recreational access and long-term trail sustainability. Key program accomplishments included: Organizing volunteer trail maintenance and stewardship events involving community volunteers and local partners. Supporting preservation and improvement of public multi-use trail systems used by thousands of outdoor recreation participants annually. Raising funds and securing grants to support trail projects tools materials safety equipment and community programs. Increasing community engagement through educational events advocacy initiatives and partnerships with local organizations businesses and public agencies. Promoting healthy outdoor recreation opportunities and environmental conservation throughout the region. These activities furthered the organizations charitable and educational mission by enhancing public access to safe sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities and encouraging long-term stewardship of public trail resources.
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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 1993.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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