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Southeastern Indiana YMCA Inc

EIN 35-1855594 · Batesville, IN

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood86 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY FOR ALL.

Income
$3.4 million
Spending
$3.5 million
Spent on programs
72%
Reserves
6.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 86%
Employees
169
Volunteers
35
Highest pay
$150,064, ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 74% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 3% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 3% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 2% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    72% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 25 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 10 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a 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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 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 (4)
  1. $1.4 million spent. CHILD CARE PROGRAM: High quality early learning experiences are essential for the long term educational success of our youngest children. Our YMCA Learning Center takes a developmentally appropriate approach to personal growth in our child care programs so that children demonstrate improvement in developing life skills and achieve academic excellence. Our professional, dedicated staff nurtured children ages Toddler through 12 along their journey to adulthood, so they can become active, thriving and contributing members of society. Summer camp is an interactive and safe community for children and teens to explore new environments, build confidence through accomplishments, make lasting friendships and memories, and belong , so they can grow as individuals and leaders. Children were engaged in an environment that supported growth and exploration through a summer camp experience this year at our YMCA Learning Center. Our YMCA Learning Center provided financial assistance to families who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participate in our early learning programs. (Expenses $ 309,123 including grants of $)(Revenue $ 334,844) OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES: WELLNESS PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES. GENERAL WELLNESS TRAINING TO PROMOTE NUTRITION AND EMOTIONAL WELL BEING. Our YMCA Learning Center provided financial assistance to families who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participate in our early learning program
  2. $485,174 spent. GENERAL PROGRAMS: At the Y, we believe being healthy is about maintaining a balanced spirit, mind and body. From youth programs, family fun nights, senior programs, and group exercise, our Y provides people of all ages, abilities, incomes, ethnicities and religions the environment and activities to be empowered to live fuller, healthier lives. We bring families closer together, promote healthy living and foster connections through sports, fitness, fun, and shared interests. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance, and individuals search for personal fulfillment. As a result, through membership and programs, youth, adults and families received the support, guidance and resources they need to become and stay healthy. Our YMCA provided financial assistance to families who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participate.
  3. $360,325 spent. AQUATIC PROGRAMS: People of all ages and backgrounds came to the Y for water safety education, to learn to swim, and to meet their health and wellness goals in the pool. Our Y ensures a safe environment for these individuals creating a positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement, offering life-changing programs in the areas of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our YMCA Learning Center provided financial assistance to families who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participate in our early learning program (Expenses $ 309,123 including grants of $)(Revenue $ 334,844) OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES: WELLNESS PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES. GENERAL WELLNESS TRAINING TO PROMOTE NUTRITION AND EMOTIONAL WELL BEING. Our YMCA Learning Center provided financial assistance to families who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participate in our early learning program
  4. $309,123 spent. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES: WELLNESS PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES. GENERAL WELLNESS TRAINING TO PROMOTE NUTRITION AND EMOTIONAL WELL BEING. Our YMCA Learning Center provided financial assistance to families who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participate in our early learning program

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 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 October 13, 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 November 6, 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 October 13, 2026.

  4. 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 October 13, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since May 1992.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 November 4, 2026.

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