Catholic Charities Bloomington Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It owes more than it owns.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
Catholic Charities Bloomington is committed to enhancing the availability of quality mental health services in the communities it serves. We do this through the delivery of professional mental health education and counseling on a sliding fee scale and through advocacy for affordable, easily accessible community mental health services. We serve all residents of the counties of the Bloomington Deanery of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis: Brown, Lawrence, Morgan, Monroe, Orange and Owen Counties. Becky's Place, a program of Catholic Charities Bloomington is designed to "provide shelter and create hope" for women and children who are experiencing homelessness and moving toward a life of self-sufficiency.
- Income
- $910,549
- Spending
- $957,047
- Spent on programs
- 100%
- Reserves
- -10.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 66%
- Employees
- 39
- Volunteers
- 47
- Highest pay
- $171,829, treasurer
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
Weak: 24 out of 100.
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
0 of 20It owes 443% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 5% of income.
Income trend
5 of 15Income fell 14% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 15100% 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
Strong: 95 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 2512 of 13 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (2)
- $504,515 spent. Catholic Charities Bloomington's (CCB's) counseling services include individual, couple, and family counseling for individuals of all ages and backgrounds, including EMDR and play therapy. Services are provided onsite at our office in downtown Bloomington and via telehealth. Overall, in FY2025, CCB provided 2,830 counseling sessions to 172 unique patients. Reflecting our commitment to serving children and youth, 66 of our clients were children aged 18 and under, representing about 38% of our client base. CCB is committed to making mental health care accessible to low-income individuals and families, which is reflected in our community partnerships and our patient demographics. Fifty-six (33%) of our clients utilized Medicaid benefits to access services in FY2025, and 89 (52%) of patients utilized our income-based self-pay option, paying, on average $27 per session (valued at $125). CCB received grant funding from the Sophia Travis Community Service Committee of the Monroe County Council, the Jack Hopkins Committee of the Bloomington City Council, and United Way of South-Central Indiana to support our work.
- $452,532 spent. Becky's Place is designed to "provide shelter and create hope" for women and children who are experiencing homelessness and moving toward a life of self-sufficiency. Becky's Place is a shelter committed to helping women and children overcome homelessness and build stable, independent lives. Through a combination of emergency shelter, case management, and supportive services, Becky's Place offers a structured program designed to meet immediate needs and foster long-term success. Core Services Provided: 1. Emergency Shelter: A safe and supportive environment where women and children can find refuge from homelessness. 2. Case Management: Personalized support from case managers who help residents set and achieve goals related to housing, employment, and well-being. 3. Life Skills Training: Workshops and one-on-one coaching in budgeting, parenting, job readiness, and self-care. 4. Employment Assistance: Job search support, resume building, interview preparation, and connections to local employers. 5. Housing Assistance: Guidance in securing stable, permanent housing, including connections to housing programs and financial assistance resources. 6. Health and Wellness Support: Referrals and assistance to medical care, mental health counseling, and substance abuse recovery resources. 7. Children's Services: Educational support, enrichment activities, and counseling referrals for children affected by homelessness. 8. Community Referrals: Partnerships with local organizations to provide additional services such as legal aid, transportation, and food assistance. Each year, Becky's Place serves numerous women and children in need, providing them with the tools and support to rebuild their lives. The success of our program is measured by the number of individuals who secure permanent housing, gain employment, and develop the skills necessary for long-term stability. Becky's Place operates with the belief that every woman and child deserves a safe place to call home. Through collaboration with volunteers, donors, and community partners, we continue to strengthen our impact and work toward ending homelessness in our community. From January 2025 - June 2025 Becky's Place had 28 dedicated volunteers contribute over 378 hours of assistance for our mission. In 2024-2025, Becky's Place provided shelter and support to 140 residents, including 84 women and 56 children. Of these: -60 were able to reunite with friends or family in a safe home -39 were able to rent or own a home upon leaving Becky's Place -5 residents went to emergency shelter, safe haven, or other transitional housing -3 residents went to Substance Use Treatment -11 residents went to "other" which can include foster care, places not meant for habitation, hotel/motel -22 remained in our program to continue looking for employment and permanent housing
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
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 November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Worth knowing.
Not individually listed by the IRS as eligible, which is usual for local chapters covered by a parent organization's exemption. The master file records contributions to it as deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, 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 June 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 March 1946.
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 November 4, 2026.
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