Old Bellevue Merchants Association
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our mission is to foster growth, prosperity, and a sense of belongings among all who live, work, and visit Old Bellevue. Through community-building initiatives, we passionately cultivate a vibrant unique and inclusive environment while honoring our history.
- Income
- $75,516
- Spending
- $88,407
- Reserves
- 1.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- other income, 86%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 43 out of 100. Higher than 9% of charities in its peer group (environment, under $250k).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 17% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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)
- $40,122 spent. Holiday Lights - Decorated Old Bellevue with festive lights during the holidays. We contracted a professional lighting company to install, maintain, and remove holiday lights. The display created a welcoming atmosphere that strengthened community connections and neighborhood unity. This initiative advanced our mission of fostering a strong sense of belonging while benefiting the entire community.
- $18,436 spent. Beautification of the Area - Enhanced public spaces through landscaping, art installations, and regular clean-up efforts. We planted and continue to maintain flower pots along the streets, and coordinated seasonal decorations for festivals throughout the year. These initiatives improved the community environment, fostered civic pride, and encouraged environmental stewardship. This benefited the entire community.
- $2,000 spent. Jingle Bellevue - Provided a perfect way to kick off the festive season in the neighborhood. We organized this event by coordinating participation from local businesses. Activities included having photo taken with Santa, sending wish list in a letter to the North Pole and decorating holiday cookies. The celebration welcomed over 800 children and their families.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 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 September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on May 15, 2019 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on October 15, 2024.
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 2025.
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 January 2025.
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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