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Doug Coombs Foundation

EIN 46-0956814 · Jackson, WY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair55 out of 100GovernanceGood79 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Coombs Outdoors empowers local youth to grow and thrive by reducing barriers to outdoor recreation through programs, mentorship, and community building.

Income
$3.2 million
Spending
$2.0 million
Spent on programs
74%
Reserves
-4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 92%
Employees
40
Volunteers
75
Highest pay
$176,289, 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

Fair: 55 out of 100. Higher than 21% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 39% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 39% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 13% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    74% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 8 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

Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 32% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    17 of 17 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    9 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • 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 (5)
  1. $750,098 spent. Winter Programs - Winter programs reduce the financial, cultural and resource barriers associated with winter sports in Jackson Hole in order to help local youth build a sense of community and belonging, increase self confidence, and improve mental, social, and physical wellbeing. Winter programs include skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, and internships. In FY25, 171 children learned to ski and snowboard, 182 skied and snowboarded with volunteer mentors, 33 were enrolled in after school Nordic ski programs, 15 were enrolled in partner ski programs, 36 were enrolled in after school programs, 13 were in our new backcountry ski club, and 8 high school students participated in the Empower internship program.
  2. $493,902 spent. Summer Programs - Summer programs support the Coombs mission by providing local youth with engaging activities through the summer while their parents are busy at work. Summer programs include day camps, overnight camping and backpacking trips, specialized clubs, and high school internships. In FY25, 145 partipicants attended day camps, 100 middle and high schoolers attended overnight camps, 85 participants joined specialized clubs including the kayak and climbing clubs, and 11 high school students participated in the Empower internship program.
  3. $136,277 spent. Shoulder Season (Fall and Spring) Programs - Fall and spring programs create opportunities for youth to spend time outdoors, away from screens, and connected to the community. These seasonal programs include after school programs, swimming lessong, spring break camps, personal and professional development workshops, and educational opportunities. In FY25, 24 elementary students attended spring break day camp, 20 middle schoolers went on our spring break trip, 60 participants attended swimming lessons, 46 high schoolers attended professional development workshops, and 12 high school students went on our college visit trip. the Empower internship program. 70 participants in grades 1st through 12th participated in spring break day camps and overnight trips. about higher education opportunities, 10 middle school participants went to Moab, Utah on a trip, and 12 elementary students attended a spring break camp.
  4. $73,327 spent. Coombs Outdoors is the fiscal sponsor for Camina Conmigo, a grassroots organization leading year- round outdoor adventures that improve access, mental health, and community connection for adults in Jacksons Spanish-speaking community. In FY25, 330 adults went on 45 adventure outings with Camina Conmigo.
  5. Coombs Outdoors is the fiscal sponsor for Camina 73327. 0. 0.

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 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 June 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 2013.

    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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