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Healthy Communities of the Capital

EIN 41-2097383 · Hallowell, ME

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood81 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To convene and support people, organizations and communities to collaborate on quality of life and public health issues.

Income
$1.7 million
Spending
$1.5 million
Spent on programs
89%
Reserves
3.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 80%
Employees
0
Volunteers
0
Highest pay
$108,263, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 81 out of 100. Higher than 59% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 24% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 12% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 1% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    89% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 64% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 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 June 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 (2)
  1. $886,625 spent. Reducing Tobacco Use and Exposure and Reducing Substance Misuse:HCCA partners with over 75 individuals, organizations, and municipalities to reduce the impact of tobacco use and exposure and prevent other substance misuse through policy and environmental changes, education, interventions, and community engagement. A portion of this work is accomplished through youth engagement where youth identify local needs and advocate for change. HCCA hosts Gardiner Area Thrives, a Drug Free Communities Coalition. Funding for primary prevention comes mostly from federal and state government contracts (Centers for Disease Control, Maine Prevention Network). However, these funds do not meet all community needs. HCCA identifies gaps, creates strategic plans based on best practice, and seeks additional resources from philanthropic funders. Examples include tobacco prevention with high needs populations and youth summer supports funded by United Way, J W Robinson Welfare Trust, and Maine Cancer Foundation.
  2. $487,309 spent. Eating Healthy, Being Active:Healthy eating and active living are key components for a lifetime of health. HCCA is funded through a mix of federal, state, and philanthropic grants to provide nutrition education and resources, and works with schools, worksites, and communities to integrate healthy food and activities into daily living to prevent diet-related illnesses and support overall health. (USDA, Maine Prevention Network, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry). HCCA is a leader in organizing statewide Farm to School and Institution networks, providing workshops and partnering with an array of organizations to get more local food into more food-serving institutions. (Elmina B. Sewall Foundation, Henry P. Kendall Foundation, Full Plates Full Potential, Shelburne Farms, Third Sector New England, University of New England, Northeast Organic Farming Association, Maine Agriculture in the Classroom)

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 June 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 April 2004.

    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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