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Avery County Long Term Recovery Group Inc

EIN 39-2227274 · Elk Park, NC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair64 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

ACLTRG serves as the central coordinating hub for long-term recovery in Avery County, aligning nonprofit organizations, faith-based partners, volunteers, public agencies, and funders to reduce duplication, maximize resources, and ensure that recovery efforts respond directly to community-identified needs. Through coordinated case management, housing repair and reconstruction, accessibility improvements, and stabilization support, we help residents move from prolonged displacement toward safety, dignity, and stability.

Income
$965,600
Spending
$441,236
Spent on programs
73%
Reserves
0 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
9
Highest pay
$40,000, former executive director

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

Fair: 64 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (public safety and disaster relief, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 54% of income.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    73% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 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: 91 out of 100. Higher than 91% of charities in its peer group (public safety and disaster relief, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 6 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

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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. $165,872 spent. During 2025, ACLTRG served 166 households, delivering critical recovery assistance including: * Completion of 21 home repair projects * Completion of 22 culvert and driveway stabilization projects * Completion of 12 debris removal projects * Completion of 7 well and septic system repairs * Provision of additional services such as mold remediation, demolition, and safety-related repairs At year-end, 58 active cases remained in progress, including roof replacements, grading and drainage improvements, culvert installations, and accessibility modifications.
  2. $2,416 spent. In response to severe winter weather events, ACLTRG provided emergency and supplemental assistance to support household stability, including: * Distribution of 980 pounds of propane * Provision of $500 in gas and kerosene vouchers * Distribution of $1,300 in food assistance cards
  3. $80,300 spent. To address post-repair stabilization needs, ACLTRG coordinated the provision of essential household furnishings and appliances for families transitioning into rebuilt or repaired homes. During 2025: * 18 homes were fully furnished * 10 additional homes were scheduled for completion
  4. $71,779 spent. The program prioritizes resilience-based recovery strategies, incorporating improvements that enhance durability, accessibility, and long-term safety. These efforts reduce future disaster vulnerability and strengthen the overall housing stock within the community. Capacity and Administrative expenses are necessary to operate this program. This includes Case Management, Case Management Software, Rental assistance, Mileage, insurance and phone service for program service staff.

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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since August 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 October 7, 2026.

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