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Imperial Valley Lgbt Resource Center

EIN 47-3799558 · El Centro, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong95 out of 100GovernanceWeak27 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The purpose of this corporation is to provide charitable and educational programs that promote health & well-being for all individuals, including LGBTQ+ community members & allies. We are dedicated to serving everyone through compassionate care and comprehensive support services.

Income
$639,798
Spending
$599,771
Spent on programs
66%
Reserves
14.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 81%
Employees
7
Volunteers
5

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

Strong: 95 out of 100. Higher than 85% of charities in its peer group (civil rights, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 14.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 5% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    66% 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

Weak: 27 out of 100. Higher than 3% of charities in its peer group (civil rights, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    2 of 4 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, 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 (4)
  1. $174,113 spent. Serving, Connecting, Transforming Program Services. The organization accomplished a wide range of program activities throughout the year through, but not limited to, community outreach, counseling, training, and advocacy efforts. These initiatives included cultural competency classes, domestic violence and anger management programs, support groups, and specialized educational trainings. Through these services, the organization continued to promote safety, well-being, and equitable access to resources for the community.
  2. $75,000 spent. Youth Anger Management Services (YAMS) The program helps young individuals recognize, understand, & manage their anger & emotional responses in healthy, constructive ways. Through a combination of group therapy sessions, individual counseling, & skill-building exercises, youth participants gain tools to navigate conflict, reduce impulsive behavior, & improve communication. YAMS is led by experienced facilitators, including CAMF (Certified Anger Management Facilitators), CDVF (Certified Domestic Violence Facilitators), & CEIC (Certified Emotional Intelligence Coaches). As part of the program, participants complete the EQ-i:YV (Emotional Quotient Inventory: Youth Version) both before & after participation. This validated assessment measures key areas of emotional intelligence, such as impulse control, stress management, & interpersonal skills. The results help tailor individualized support & track each participants emotional growth over time.
  3. $74,920 spent. Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) During the COVID-19 pandemic, our organization proudly supported the California Emergency Rental Assistance Program (CA ERAP) to help stabilize households throughout Imperial County. This vital program was designed to prevent eviction and homelessness for residents who faced job loss, reduced income, or other hardships caused by the global pandemic. Through ERAP, we helped administer funding that provided rental assistance and housing stability vouchers to individuals and families in need. As a result, approximately 35% of households in Imperial County received support, ensuring that vulnerable community members could remain safely housed during one of the most challenging periods in recent history.
  4. $69,666 spent. California Workplace Outreach Project (CWOP). During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Center played a critical role in protecting Imperial Countys workforce through the California Workplace Outreach Project (CWOP). Through this initiative, the Center provided COVID-19 education, prevention guidance, and essential resource information to approximately 55% of all workers in Imperial County. Our efforts focused on increasing awareness of workplace health and safety protections, including labor laws related to hazard prevention, reporting rights, and access to support services. The Center conducted extensive outreach to both workers and employers in sectors with elevated exposure risks, ensuring they had the tools and knowledge needed to prevent workplace transmission. Outreach activities prioritized farmworkers and agricultural packing facilities, but also reached employees in food service, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and janitorial industries.

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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 2015.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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