Valley Outreach
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
We help people move their lives forward through basic needs services and personalized support.
- Income
- $5.1 million
- Spending
- $4.8 million
- Spent on programs
- 89%
- Reserves
- 3.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 93%
- Employees
- 26
- Volunteers
- 811
- Highest pay
- $151,990, ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 3.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 3% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 10% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1589% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 2514 of 14 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
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
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 September 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 (4)
- $2.4 million spent. Food Programs: Valley Outreach helps thousands of individuals and families access the healthy food they need. This year, we provided over 2.4 million pounds of food, equal to nearly 2 million meals. More than 7,400 households turned to Valley Outreach for support. We offer clients several ways to access food, including our on-site food shelf and curbside pick-up. Our new appointment scheduling system, launched last year, made connections even easier. The system supports multiple languages and lets clients book, cancel, or reschedule appointments via their preferred method, like text or email. We also bring food directly to where people live, including twice-monthly visits to a local mobile home community.(Continued on Schedule O)
- $987,172 spent. Client Support Services: Last year, Valley Outreachs Client Support Services team provided services to families who received homelessness prevention support. Clients most often seek assistance with housing, utilities, and transportation, and our work centers around three key areas: case management, financial assistance, and resource advising. In Homelessness prevention efforts continued as subgrantee of the Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP) through Washington County, strengthening our ability to address housing instability in a region facing some of the highest housing costs in the state. Our case managers offer personalized, one-on-one support to help individuals and families maintain stable housing and avoid homelessness. (Continued on Schedule O)
- $861,023 spent. Clothing Program: This year, we distributed approximately $673,000 worth of items through our thrift store, StyleXchange - with most items provided at no cost to clients, including warm winter gear like coats, hats, and gloves to help families stay safe and warm through Minnesotas cold months. Clients can shop using easy-to-use vouchers and no longer need an appointment - offering greater flexibility and convenience. Expanded store hours and discounts, made it easier than ever for clients and the public to find what they need. Selling about $20,500 worth of items also helped us raise funds to support our broader programs. Whether its outfitting kids in clothes that fit or helping adults find appropriate workplace attire, StyleXchange supports the whole family. All client services at Valley Outreach remain free of charge.
- Continued from Part III 4a. No matter how they shop, our clients can expect access to fresh produce, eggs, milk, frozen meats, cereal, pantry staples, and culturally relevant options. Our food shelf allows clients to choose the items they need most, and people may visit as often as neededwith one in-person shopping trip per month and additional pick-up options available. All services at Valley Outreach are provided free of charge, with care and respect. Continued from Part III 4c. By combining financial assistance, ongoing case management, and access to basic needs like food and clothing, Valley Outreach takes a comprehensive approach to supporting stability. These services are important because Valley Outreach is where people show up when they need help we often start with food and learn more about a clients situation and connect them to available resources. All of Valley Outreachs client support services are based on individual needs. Our professional, highly skilled staff and volunteers will work together with clients through one-on-one phone or in-person meetings. All our services are available free of charge to clients.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, 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 October 13, 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 September 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 July 1983.
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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