Retail Wholesale & Department Store Union
Public records raise at least one point you should look into before giving.
What it says it does
AS A LABOR UNION WE NEGOTIATE AND ADMINISTER OUR LABOR AGREEMENT. WE PROTECT OUR MEMBERS FROM UNFAIR TREATMENT. WE EDUCATE AND ADVOCATE FOR OUR UNION MEMBERS.
- Income
- $166,838
- Spending
- $199,178
- Highest pay
- $32,871, president
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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. 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. 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)
- Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to advocating for workers rights and benefits. Through education outreach and advocacy efforts we strive to ensure fair and just treatment for all workers. By collaborating with policymakers participating in campaigns and providing resources we empower workers to know and assert their rights in the workplace. Our ultimate goal is to create a more equitable and supportive environment for workers across all industries.
- The organization provides training and educational opportunities to members through workshops seminars and online resources enhancing their professional growth and impact.
- Our organization engages in collective bargaining efforts to negotiate better wages benefits and working conditions for our members. These efforts involve representing members in negotiations with employers to secure fair and favorable agreements that enhance their overall well-being. Through these initiatives we strive to empower our members and advocate for their rights in the workplace.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(5) labor or agricultural 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 October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(5) labor or agricultural organization as not 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 December 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 August 1943.
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 October 21, 2026.
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