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Sons of the Revolution in the Distr Ict of Columbia

EIN 35-2903234 · Mclean, VA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceGood81 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Society of the Sons of the Revolution in the District of Columbia has been instituted to perpetuate the memory of the men who in military naval or civil service by their acts or counsel achieved American Independence: to promote and assist in the proper commemoration of the anniversaries of George Washingtons birth and death the Battle of Lexington the Fourth of July the Saratoga and Yorktown Victories and other prominent events relating to or connected with the War of the Revolution; to collect and secure for preservation the manuscript rolls records and other documents and memorials relating to that War; to inspire among Society members and their descendants the patriotic spirit of their forefathers; to inculcate in the community in general sentiments of nationality and respect for the principles for which the patriots of the Revolution fought; to assist in the commemorative celebration of other great historical events of national importance.

Income
$51,223
Spending
$37,927
Spent on programs
95%
Reserves
Over 10 years of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 61%
Employees
0
Volunteers
0

Source: Form 990 for the year ending November 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 990 for the year ending November 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 81 out of 100. Higher than 73% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    18 of 18 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

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

Source: Form 990 for the year ending November 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 (1)
  1. $36,177 spent. February-Wreath laying at George Washingtons Mount Vernon Tomb March-Mess Dinner with speaker 2025-British Defense Attache May-Spring Family Brunch educational discussion September-Post Summer Reception and educational discussion October-Yorktown-Saratoga Victories Dinner with speaker 2024-former JCS Chairman December-Annual Dinner with speaker 2024-former Ambassador to Moscow The Mess Dinner has been held annually since 1978. The Annual Dinner has been held annually since 1889. Presented the SRDC Art in History Award at the Annual Dinner and includes a $1,000 award for a university art and or history student who is recognized for portrayal of United States history in art.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending November 30, 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 November 2025.

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

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Worth knowing.

    Recognized by the IRS in May 2026. It is too new to have a track record.

    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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