Autism Society of Mahoning Valley
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- Only 30% of its spending went to programs.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley is an affiliate of the Autism Society of America and serves Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties We create connections empowering everone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.
- Income
- $266,083
- Spending
- $255,305
- Spent on programs
- 30%
- Reserves
- 7.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 82%
- Employees
- 3
- Volunteers
- 44
- Highest pay
- $39,745, former executive director
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
Good: 78 out of 100.
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 7.9 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 3% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 4% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 35% on the year before.
Spending floor
0 of 1530% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 21 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
Fair: 62 out of 100.
Independent board
5 of 250 of 11 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
12 of 15Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (3)
- $61,852 spent. CAMP F.R.I.E.N.D.: A program committed to providing an inclusive camp experience for youth and young adults with Autism in the Mahoning Valley. Pregrams are designed to foster connection, independence and confidence through engaging, supportive and meaninful activities led by qualified individuals. Participants have the opportunity to build social skills, explore new experiences and develop lifelong abilities in a welcoming environment where every individual is valued and supported.
- $8,881 spent. SOCIAL CONNECTIONS: Provides opportunities for teens and young adults to socialize, form friendships and address general interests to them all in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. The mission is to have minimal support needs to create lasting friendships within and beyond the group. The two age specific groups are facilitated by an Autism Intervention Specialist, a Board Certified Behavior Specialist and others to empower our Autistic community towards developing confidence and ease in social situations.
- $4,955 spent. COMMUNITY EVENTS,MOMS NIGHT OUT, DADS NIGHT OUT, MONTHLY SOCIAL OUTING, PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Various activities held through out the month that foster ideas and experiences around Autism. Outings are usually staffed by teachers or behavioral support professionals to facilitate parental support. Includes teacher grants in recognition of exceptional contributions and performance.
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
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 January 2017.
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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