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Skating Club of Jackson Hole

EIN 46-3255715 · Jackson, WY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceGood79 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Skating Club of Jackson Hole (SCJH) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to providing opportunities that promote the enjoyment of ice skating and athletic achievement for skaters of every age and ability.

Income
$349,393
Spending
$317,152
Spent on programs
88%
Reserves
11.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 82%
Employees
1
Volunteers
10
Highest pay
$29,250, program coordinator

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

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 11.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 2% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 9% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 5% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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 81% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 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

    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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • 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, 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. $99,300 spent. Learn to Skate, Basic Skills ProgramSkating Club of Jackson Hole provides lessons to approximately 130 children ages 3 and up. Our after-school program provides a safe and healthy environment for students during the critical after-school hours. Our coaches lead classes and promote goal setting for recreational and competitive skating. SCJH promotes health, physical fitness and teamwork. In addition to regular classes SCJH provides club ice on a weekly basis throughout the skate season for skaters to practice their newly learned skills.
  2. $100,185 spent. Holiday on IceSkating Club of Jackson Hole hosts an annual Holiday On Ice show. The show is one of the most highly attended holiday programs in the area. The skaters from SCJH perform in two sold-out performances that are attended by community members, visiting family members, residents and guests to Teton County. Participating skaters ages 3 years old through adult showcase skating skills ranging from Basic Skills to Advanced.
  3. $80,887 spent. Aspire Academy and Advanced Academy Skating Club of Jackson Hole provides lessons and instruction to upper-level skaters who choose to fine tune their skating skills. Our coaches promote goal setting for recreational and competitive skaters alike. The coaches help prepare skaters who are ready test through the ranks of figure skating set by USFSA. They also assist with choreography and skills the skaters will need for participating in competitions and shows. SCJH promotes health, physical fitness, and teamwork. In addition to regular classes SCJH provides club ice on a weekly basis throughout the skate season so skaters can fine tune their skills.

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 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 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 July 2014.

    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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