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Partnership Resources Inc

EIN 41-0837660 · Minneapolis, MN

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair67 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Partnership Resources, Inc. (PRI) is a nonprofit organization that has served adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) since 1960. PRI's mission is "creating partnerships between people with disabilities and the community." For over six decades, PRI has supported individuals with disabilities in reaching their highest level of independence while fostering community partnerships for inclusion and employment opportunities. PRI supports adults with IDD in the Twin Cities Metro Area to live meaningful, inclusive lives in their communities. Within services, each person explores their interests and goals, develops skills to help them along the way, discovers their voices, and makes choices about how they want to participate in the community through vocational exploration, functional skill development, community involvement, self-advocacy, and creative expression.

Income
$6.2 million
Spending
$6.1 million
Spent on programs
93%
Reserves
4.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 92%
Employees
134
Volunteers
22
Highest pay
$149,948, chief executive officer

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: 67 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 57% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 0% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 4% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    93% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 19 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.

  • 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

    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 (2)
  1. $1.3 million spent. Employment Services - supports adults with disabilities to find and maintain competitive, communitybased employment. PRI provides individualized job development, on-the-job coaching, and ongoing support to both participants and employers. Services are designed around each person's strengths, interests, and goals to promote long-term job success and economic independence. During the year, 98 individuals received employment services. 95% obtained or maintained competitive employment, increasing earned income and workplace independence.
  2. $4.4 million spent. Skill-Building, Independence, and Community Participation Services - empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to increase independence, foster meaningful relationships, and become active members of their communities. PRI staff provide individualized instruction and support, helping individuals develop daily living, communication, and self-advocacy skills while also encouraging participation in social, recreational, and volunteer activities that reflect personal goals and interests. Services focus on decision-making, self-care, and navigating community settings, as well as engaging fully in community spaces alongside others to reduce social isolation and build connections. During the reporting year, 215 individuals participated in these combined skill-building and community-based services. 85% demonstrated measurable progress toward greater independence, community involvement, and strengthened social connections through 80 community partnerships.

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 October 13, 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 February 1961.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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