Basilone Memorial Foundation Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Organizations Mission:The Basilone Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization operated exclusively for charitable purposes.Our mission is to raise funds to ensure a better quality of life for US Military Veterans and their families as well as people impacted by cancer. We do this in honor of Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone and are proud to carry on his name and legacy.
- Income
- $119,001
- Spending
- $81,887
- Reserves
- 8.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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, 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 (1)
- 1) 5K Race Fundraiser in the Town of RaritanThis year, we successfully organized a 5K race in the town of Raritan, which saw participation from approximately 200 individuals. The event raised funds that were donated to Fisher House and Robert Wood Johnson, both of which provide critical support to military families and healthcare services. This fundraiser directly advanced our mission by supporting programs for veterans and their families, as well as enhancing healthcare services in our community.2) Contribution to the John Basilone ParadeOur organization contributed both financially and logistically to the John Basilone Parade, which honors veterans, active-duty military members, and their families. By supporting the parade, we helped raise awareness for our foundations work, while also strengthening our commitment to veterans and their families in the community.3) Partnership with the Protect & Serve Foundation for Annual Golf OutingWe partnered with the Protect & Serve Foundation for their annual golf outing, a key event focused on supporting law enforcement and military personnel. Through this collaboration, we were able to raise funds for our foundation, as well as for other charitable organizations. The success of this event reinforced our mission to serve and support those who protect and serve our community.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 October 13, 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 November 6, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.
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.
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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