North County Philanthropy Council Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
TO FOSTER PHILANTHROPY BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS INTERESTED IN PHILANTHROPY, INFORMING MEMBERS ABOUT IMPORTANT TRENDS AND COMMUNITY ISSUES, AND HONORING OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPY MEMBERS.
- Income
- $184,231
- Spending
- $181,429
- Reserves
- 5.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 57%
- Highest pay
- $70,000, managing director
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 (3)
- $81,222 spent. VOLUNTEER AWARDS LUNCHEON (VAL) - We Successfully produced the annual Volunteer Awards Celebration, recognizing dozens of outstanding volunteers from nonprofits across the San Diego region. The program elevated the importance of volunteerism, strengthened connections among community organizations, and increased visibility for the critical role volunteers play in supporting nonprofit impact.
- $35,995 spent. LUNCHEONS & OTHER EVENTS : 2025 Quarterly Programs: the North County Philanthropy Council convened nonprofit leaders, funders, and community partners for a series of four educational and networking events designed to strengthen organizational capacity and collaboration. These programs provided timely insights on key topics such as fundraising, financial management, and cross-sector partnerships, serving over 200 participants and fostering meaningful connections that enhance philanthropic impact across the region.Impact Leadership Accelerator (ILA): In 2025, NCPC delivered an eight-month comprehensive leadership development program for emerging nonprofit professionals, serving a cohort of up to 30 participants through expert-led workshops, peer learning, and practical skill-building sessions. The program strengthened leadership capacity in key areas including fundraising, financial management, governance, and organizational strategy, resulting in enhanced effectiveness and sustainability among participating nonprofit organizations.NCPC hosted a series of Connector networking events in 2025, bringing together nonprofit leaders, community partners, and corporate representatives to strengthen relationships and foster collaboration across the sector. These events provided valuable opportunities for peer learning, resource sharing, and partnership development, supporting increased organizational capacity and community impact among participants.
- $18,914 spent. San Diego Gives is a countywide initiative that strengthens local nonprofits through capacity-building and a dedicated day of giving. In 2025, San Diego Gives delivered a comprehensive, eight-month capacity-building program serving 111 nonprofit organizations through 20+ workshops and peer learning opportunities, engaging more than 900 participants. The 2025 Day of Giving raised approximately $969,000 for local nonprofits, increasing community awareness, strengthening fundraising capacity, and expanding donor engagement across the San Diego region.
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 April 1999.
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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