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Mendocino County Soccer Academy

EIN 46-5292113 · Ukiah, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair68 out of 100GovernanceGood76 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Mendocino County Sports Academy operates a sports program that benefits the youth of Mendocino County. MCSA is dedicated to 1) Teaching sports with an emphasis on age appropriate development 2) Teaching the ideals of sports, including: sportsmanship, teamwork, good citizenship and all-around growth 3) Developing self-esteem, confidence, and general fitness 4) Keeping youth involved in worthwhile activities

Income
$526,026
Spending
$540,492
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
2 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 83%
Employees
16
Volunteers
45
Highest pay
$40,452, president, director of coaches

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 68 out of 100. Higher than 31% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 3% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 33% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 76 out of 100. Higher than 78% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    3 of 5 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

    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 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 (8)
  1. $259,085 spent. Select Teams: A program directed at older players. Youth in this program are organized into teams which participate at a competitive level appropriate for the group. A full season typically includes participation in a fall league, a spring league, and tournaments. The typical duration of a season is from 7 to 9 months. During this time, participants meet 3x per week for instruction in fitness, technical skills, personal development, and group and individual tactical skills. Children served: 312
  2. $71,532 spent. Grassroots Academy: A program directed at younger players, aged 4-11. The aim of these sessions is to ensure the first soccer experiences of every child are positive and memorable. Depending on age, players practice 2-3 days per week. Outside of scrimmages, there are no official games. We're looking to introduce the basics of the game and instill a life-long passion for soccer during this time. Sessions are held in spring, summer, and fall. Children served: 492
  3. $47,428 spent. MCSA's Camps are 1-week camps that teach soccer skills in a fun, safe environment. Players, also learn about the influence of soccer in various countries from around the world. Kids engage in various games, lessons, and activities to educate young players on how and why soccer is the most popular sport on the planet. 247 players participated in MCSA's Camps.
  4. $27,502 spent. Development Soccer League (DSL): DSL is a program directed at players in the 8-11 year old range. Youth in this program are organized into teams which participate in a county-wide league. Players receive three training sessions per week with games on Saturdays. Teams are guided by volunteer coaches who in turn receive professional support and guidance from MCSA coaches. Children served: 196.
  5. $16,927 spent. Futsal: Indoor futsal classes are offered in the winter. Coaches emphasize one or two technical skills at the start of each session, then players form teams and play. Futsal helps develop decision-making, foot skills, creativity, and personal style. Children served:117
  6. $16,411 spent. Other program services include hosting a summer 7v7 soccer league with 250 participants, speed and agility classes with 55 participants, a flag football program with 10 participants, and a cross country program with 10 participants.
  7. $16,577 spent. Grants to support local high school soccer teams
  8. $2,000 spent. Individual scholarship for overseas playing opportunity

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 December 2024.

    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 March 2016.

    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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