Vivie Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- Only 50% of its spending went to programs.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
To enrich, empower and elevate people thorughout life's journey.
- Income
- $506,894
- Spending
- $661,979
- Spent on programs
- 50%
- Reserves
- 107.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 74%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 7
- Highest pay
- $667,572, president/ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 70 out of 100.
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 107.5 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 1% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 31% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 142% on the year before.
Spending floor
0 of 1550% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 95 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 257 of 7 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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)
- $329,343 spent. The Vivie Foundation supports Vivie and all related entites by securing philanthropic funds to advance our mission of "enriching the lives of everyone we serve." Generous individuals and organizations have invested in the mission of Vivie. Their contributions help sustain the programs of excellence upon which Vivie flourishes, and provide the necessary funds for pursuing new and innovative care for aging adults Vivie serves throughout our continuum. It is through the tremendous giving of our donors and volunteers that VIvie has been able to provide above-and-beyond enrichment in every aspect of our organization. (Continued on Schedule O)In this last fiscal year, several initiatives that were realized as a result of charitable support include:* Hospice Services: Providing enriching services and essential cares to those who are terminally ill. Examples of enriching services include music therapy, healing touch, massage therapy, and essential oil therapy. Care for their families include bereavement support for 13 months after their loved one passes away on Knute Nelson Hospice services and the option to attend grief groups facilitated by our Hospice spiritual care team. * Certified Nursing Assistant Education: Equipping high school students at the Alexandria Area High School with industry-recognized CNA training and testing. This allows them to receive their Certified Nursing Assistant certification while still in high school and exposes them to the rewarding aspects of a career in health care. * Enhancing and Enriching Equipment: Equipment purchases last fiscal year enhanced the quality of care provided to older adults, as well as enhancing our offerings to our wellness members. Examples include: APM mattresses that reduce pressure ulcers for Care Center residents, popcorn machine for assisted living residents, grief toolboxes for Hospice patients and their families, INR machines so our team can better determine and diagnose any blood clotting issues in Home Health patients, and resistance bands and laminated exercise charts for Wellness. * Resident Activities: Providing special, enriching entertainment opportunities to build community for residents. Examples include performances by local theatre companies, above-and-beyond outings such as a Lake Itasca boat tour our Park Rapids residents took, happy hour, musical entertainers, style shows and more.* Endowment/Unrestricted: Giving to the endowment fund allows Vivie to allocate funds to our greatest mission need. * Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Program: Supporting residents on their faith journey with essential programming, such as visits from our chaplains, Bible study, Sunday church services in our various Knute Nelson facilities, and coordination between our spiritual care staff and the resident's home church.* Caregiver Scholarships: Funding directed for caregiving staff to pursue their education within the field of health care. This could include CNA certification, LPN, or RN training. It also includes specific certifications such as wound care or lymphedema training. * Equipping Leaders with Scholarships: Supporting all employees with vital learning opportunities and education. Examples of past scholarships include: supporting a leader getting a Master's of Public Health, allowing spiritual care staff to attend bereavement training or pursue higher education in theology, and providing funds for Bachelor's completer programs for corporate staff. * Benevolence Care: We do not turn anyone away for an inability to pay for the care they need. Contributions from our donors help us support those who have outlived their resources and provide them with the highest quality care and services.Walker Methodist Foundation merged into Vivie Foundation during 2024.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. 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)(3) charitable 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 November 6, 2026.
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.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
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 October 1984.
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 November 4, 2026.
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