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Nishna Valley Family Young Mens Christian Association

EIN 42-0844143 · Atlantic, IA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood79 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD A HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY FOR ALL.

Income
$2.8 million
Spending
$2.9 million
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
12.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 76%
Employees
189
Volunteers
500
Highest pay
$131,696, 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

Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 60% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 12.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 12% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 6 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. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 of 12 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 (3)
  1. $2.0 million spent. Youth Development: Nishna Valley Family YMCA is committed to nurturing and helping young people develop to their fullest potential. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. We provide preschool learning and infant/toddler/school age childcare through our 3 programs (Jack & Jill Preschool, Ann W Wickman Child Development Center for 0-5 years, and TLC/Summer Y'ers for school aged) We serve almost 300 children in Atlantic and the surrounding communities. All 3 programs are licensed by Iowa DHHS. Our childcare is open to all families who need quality care no matter what they can afford. We also offer over 40 youth sports & programs to over 1,000 kids of all ages throughout the year. Some examples are: flag football, track, volleyball, t-ball, swimming lessons, swim team, safety around water (SAW) and Water 101 Safety. These programs give youth the opportunity to build on the 4 pillars of character: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Our annual volunteer led fundraising campaign makes scholarship money available so that every child can have access to our programs.
  2. $315,226 spent. Healthy Living: Nishna Valley Family YMCA is committed to promoting healthy habits and lifestyles for everyone in Cass County and the surrounding area, regardless of age, faith, background, ability, or income level. We do this by helping to foster connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests in a safe and nurturing environment. Over 4,000 men, women and children are members of our YMCA. More than $150,000 is raised each year through a volunteer led community annual campaign to provide scholarships for approximately 200 families to give them the opportunity to become a member when they may not be able to afford the normal membership fee. In addition to our Wellness Center, we offer over 20 land and water fitness classes per week that are FREE to our members. Our open gym and pool provide a variety of choices for everyone to enjoy.
  3. $164,381 spent. Social Responsibility: Nishna Valley Family YMCA is committed to promoting well-being in spirit, mind, and body for everyone in Cass County and the surrounding area regardless of age, faith, background, ability, or income level. We do this by bringing people together in a variety of activities that help them to enhance communication, build stronger bonds, and form stable relationships. Some examples are monthly skate nights with laser tag and monthly kid's explore events. All of which are open to everyone in the community, whether or not they are members of our YMCA. We give our members and guests the opportunity to come together to improve their spirit, mind, and body so they can continue to work as healthy, productive members of society while increasing their quality of life. Our annual campaign money raised by volunteers provides free memberships to all Atlantic 5th graders and is meant to help these young people make positive life choices at a time when they are most at risk.

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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