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Coda Mountain Academy Inc

EIN 46-2699615 · Fayetteville, WV

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair63 out of 100GovernanceFair68 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Coda promotes character traits life skills that can prepare participants for future pursuits in any field to live productive, fulfilling lives. Creative training offered at multi-levels in music, robotics, art, other subjects in after school programs, summer camps community classes, build positive relationships empower students.

Income
$278,437
Spending
$341,973
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
6.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 56%
Employees
43
Highest pay
$21,901, president executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 63 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 8% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 23% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 49% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 13 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 68 out of 100. Higher than 49% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 6 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no 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

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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, 2026, 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 (4)
  1. $106,548 spent. During the school year ending May 2026 Coda served 251 students from Fayetteville PK8 and Oak Hill Middle School in Fayette County. Students were introduced to a variety of activites, including Lego robotics, drones, music, art, and bowling. Students were engaged for several after-school hours 4 out of 5 days of the week with a meal provided by the schools..At the beginning of each program, students listen to a character-building Coda Talk which highlights a healthy topic, such as making wise decisions, integrity, self-esteem, etc.
  2. $55,591 spent. Coda Fine Arts Explore summer day camps. Camp partiicpants are introduced to rhythm, choir,, woodworking, arts ,folk dancing, theater and lessons in one of several musical instruments. Lunch snack provided each day. Fayette Co Schools provided transportation for some to from camp. Families were invited to a concert showcasing students growth during the week. Explore camps focus on Lego robotics and science. Over 220 students participated in the summer camps.
  3. $129,886 spent. General program support and other programs include weekly Coda Revive a faith-based nondenominational youth group and bi-weekly Healthy Grandparents support groups. Grandparents/relatives raising other family members meet to interact with community resources including health, nutrition, social service.Special events, open to the public, included two donor receptions, one each in summer and fall and a Spring Fling.
  4. Other programs include one-time event participation and Coda Revive, a weekly non-denominational faith-based group for youth in grades 4th - 12th. Food and adult mentors are always present while youth hang-out in our unique hammock village, develop friendship and learn to encourage each other. Revive has become a safe place for youth to grow both emotionally and spirtually.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2026, 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 November 6, 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 2026.

    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 August 2015.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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