Autism Society Inland Empire Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Increasing public awareness about the day to day issues involving Autism, advocating for appropriate services, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, reasearch, support and advocacy.
- Income
- $1.3 million
- Spending
- $1.3 million
- Spent on programs
- 75%
- Reserves
- 4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 79%
- Employees
- 2
- Volunteers
- 178
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: 81 out of 100. Higher than 49% of charities in its peer group (diseases, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.0 months of spending.
Debt
16 of 20It owes 21% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 2% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 22% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1575% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 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
Fair: 58 out of 100. Higher than 10% of charities in its peer group (diseases, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
5 of 250 of 12 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
0 of 5Reports that it does not keep minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 (9)
- $589,958 spent. Education & training - We provided education and training to 2233 people in 2024. This included in-person conferences and workshops, online training, safety fairs, and training for First Responders. This comprehensive approach ensures that individuals with Autism and those who support them are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate their daily lives effectively.
- $287,296 spent. Support & Family Services - Formal support groups served 476 individuals. The Autism Society Inland Empire realizes that support groups can be an essential resource for adults with Autism and family members. These groups provide Emotional Support, a place to share information and practical advice and foster friendships and a strong support network.
- $96,811 spent. Advocacy - The Autism Society Inland Empire engages with our communities, raises awareness, and encourages others to contact their local, state, or federal policymakers to advocate. This empowers people to advocate directly for their communities' needs and priorities. Additionally, we sit on several local and state task forces to ensure that the voices of individuals with Autism and their families are heard in policy discussions and decision-making processes. This involvement helps shape policies and programs that are inclusive and responsive to the needs of the Autism community. In 2024, the Autism Society Inland Empire worked on various legislative issues.
- Community Outreach -
- Safety initiative - Since 2020, the Autism Society Inland Empire has developed comprehensive training programs for law enforcement, fire, and emergency personnel, offering four- and twohour courses. These trainings, delivered by experienced law enforcement officers, include valuable Q&A sessions with a panel of adults with developmental disabilities.
- Employment - With an 89% unemployment rate for the 19,000 Inland Regional Center clients, the Autism Society Inland Empire is committed to improving employment outcomes for individuals with Autism and other developmental disabilities. We offer paid and unpaid opportunities for adults with Autism and developmental disabilities to explore different types of employment.
- Decrease Disparity - In 2024, the Inland Regional Center awarded $150,000 to the Autism Society Inland Empire to strengthen relationships with First Nation communities in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. This initiative focuses on outreach, case management, and trauma-sensitive early intervention services, addressing each tribe's unique needs and traditions.
- Systems Navigation Services: The Autism Society Inland Empire served 5,854 individuals with the Systems Navigation program, which helps families and individuals with Autism navigate the many services and resources that become part of our lives: special education services, Regional Center support, healthcare, In-Home Supportive Services, social security, and community resources, to name a few. Our Resource Specialists provide individual support to help families prioritize and learn how to navigate these systems, ensuring that individuals with Autism and their families receive the support needed to thrive.
- Recreation Programs: Served 11,783 individuals. Autistic people are up to four times more likely to experience loneliness than non-autistic people. Research shows that loneliness is linked to adverse mental and physical health outcomes, including increased anxiety, depression, and even higher mortality rates. Our recreational programs provide meaningful connection opportunities that combat isolation and enhance well-being. Our events create a supportive environment where children and adults with Autism and their family members can forge friendships, find emotional outlets, and experience belonging.
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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since March 2013.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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