Sister Cities of Long Beach Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To create and strengthen partnerships between the City of Long Beach, CA and communities in other countries to build people-to-people global cooperation and promote the exchange of mutually beneficial interests relating to social, cultural, environmental and technological arenas.
- Income
- $151,319
- Spending
- $115,511
- Reserves
- 14.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 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 June 30, 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 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 (4)
- $19,624 spent. Digital Pen Pal ProgramEstablishedin2020,the program was born out of the pandemic that precluded student international exchanges. By promoting bi-lateral dialog, the program brings the global community closer. The goal is to create citizen ambassadors who understand the need for cross-cultural understanding and friendship. Students are paired with two other sister city students in a triangular pairing based on common interests and communicate on suggested topics with each other through various digital platforms. At the conclusion of thethree-monthprogram, students may present a final project that summarizes their experiences in the program. International judgesdeterminewinners who receive financial scholarships up to $1,000.
- $7,624 spent. Cambodian Heritage CelebrationExperience Cambodian culture through live dance and music performances while exploring food, crafts, and family-friendly activities. The event highlights traditions, history, and the vibrant contributions of the Cambodian community in Southern California.
- $7,830 spent. Sister Cities Brings the World to Long BeachCelebrate cultural heritage through live performances, crafts, and community connection. Enjoy traditional music, ballet, and dance from Cambodia, Mexico, Japan, and more, plus a martial arts demo and taiko drumming. Kids and families can get hands-on with origami, collage, paper snake crafts, and free button-making. Learn about Long Beachs Sister Cities and explore global culture through booths, food trucks, and giveaways.
- $39,949 spent. All Other Programs
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 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 June 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 September 1995.
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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