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350deschutes

EIN 47-5198905 · Bend, OR

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood79 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

350 Deschutes is working to address the greatest threat to human lives, climate change, by engaging in climate advocacy, action, and education that serves all people. This year we helped a local food bank and High School get Solar Panels and EV charging infrastructure. We also are educating local High school Juniors are green career pathways.

Income
$112,138
Spending
$131,575
Reserves
16.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 94%
Highest pay
$55,875, executive director

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

Financial health

Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 55% of charities in its peer group (public benefit, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 16.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 17% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 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 (1)
  1. $137,969 spent. Launched the Green Career Pathways program at Madras High School: Empowering young people with education and mentorship in clean energy, this program builds pathways to living-wage careers, fostering self-sufficiency and prosperity in underserved communities through collaboration with educators, installers, and trainers. Hosted the first every Sun Day Solar Fest at Drake Park A community awareness event featuring local climate conscious organizations while teaching attendees how solar energy can power a more sustainable future. Hosted the 11th annual Go Clean Energy Conference at Central Oregon Community College, A dynamic forum that connects community members, businesses, and local government to collaborate on advancing clean energy solutions and fostering innovation, education, and resiliency for a sustainable future. 30+ Speakers, 2 conference rooms, community college auditorium. 350 Deschutes served as project coordinator for three Pacific Power community grants: The purchase and installation of a 15.2 kW solar system at Madras High School. This system will save the school money, supports renewable energy generation, and fosters community engagement and education in Jefferson County. The purchase and installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure at Madras High School. The electric vehicle charging stations advance clean transportation, and provide EV charging access at the district's facilities. The Giving Plate-a Bend, Oregon nonprofit dedicated to fighting food insecurity and serving over 4,800 individuals monthly-installed a 14.4 kW solar system with 36 panels, designed to offset 100% of the organization's annual 26,000 kWh electricity usage. This grant empowers The Giving Plate to direct more resources toward their core programs, enhancing their ability to serve families in need with dignity and hope.

Source: Form 990EZ 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 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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