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South Whidbey Homeless Coalition

EIN 46-5588852 · Langley, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair55 out of 100GovernanceWeak48 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

WE PROVIDE COMMUNITY MEMBERS FACING HOMLESSNESS WITH CHELTER, RESURCES, AND ADVOCCY TO CREATE A STRONG AND THRIVING WIDBEY ISLAND.

Income
$547,725
Spending
$517,809
Spent on programs
74%
Reserves
-3.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 68%
Employees
9

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 55 out of 100. Higher than 54% of charities in its peer group (housing, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

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

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 48% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 11% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    74% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 48 out of 100. Higher than 7% of charities in its peer group (housing, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 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

    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

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • 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, 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 (2)
  1. $384,261 spent. ACCOMPLISHMENT ONE In 2025, the Haven Program served 138 unique individuals and provided 6,234 bed nights. Of those served, 23 individuals transitioned into permanent housing, and 8 individuals entered and completed treatment programs.The Haven offers nightly emergency shelter, hot dinners, on site showers, and space for partner agencies to provide referrals and case management. The shelter averages 29 guests per night, with capacity for 30. Priority is given to local individuals based on a vulnerability list updated daily. Approximately 80 PERCENT of guests originate from Island County, and while numbers have increased, the majority remain members of our own community. For individuals from outside the area, diversion funding is used to help them reconnect with resources in their home communities.Staff work closely with guests to identify barriers, make referrals, and connect them with community resources that support stability and forward progress. Since opening in 2017, the Haven has served over 500 unique individuals, offering support with compassion, dignity, and an open heart.
  2. ACCOMPLISHMENT TWO The House of Hope operated by the Whidbey Homeless Coalition, is a 90 day emergency shelter serving families and single adults experiencing homelessness. Guests are referred through the Island County Human Services Housing Support Center or may contact WHC directly for assistance. Located in Langley, Washington, the shelter can accommodate up to 15 individuals at a time, depending on family size.Once enrolled, guests receive case management focused on achieving housing stability. Additional supportive services including mental health support, financial wellness, parenting resources, and employment assistance are incorporated into each guests individualized action plan in collaboration with community partners.In 2025, the House of Hope served 13 households, including 16 adults and 14 children. With on site case management, WHC is able to support guests throughout their stay and during their transition into permanent housing. The program emphasizes employment, budgeting, health and wellness, and parental support, creating a strong foundation for long term success.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 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 December 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 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 October 21, 2026.

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