Hearth Patio & Barbecue Association
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What it says it does
To promote the hearth, patio, and barbecue industries by educating consumers, advocating for members' interests, and serving as the industry's unified voice in government affairs.
- Income
- $378,172
- Spending
- $387,887
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 15
- Highest pay
- $110,000, executive dir.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This return does not answer enough of the governance questions to score.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)
- The organization hosted an in person industry expo and reception from March 26 through March 29, 2025, with approximately 150 NEHPBA members in attendance. The event provided educational resources, member support information for all states within the region, and updates related to government affairs initiatives and advocacy efforts. Additionally, the organization hosted a networking event on March 25, 2025, where members received information regarding upcoming events, legislative and regulatory matters, manufacturer updates, and participated in a question and answer session designed to encourage member engagement and industry collaboration.
- The organization held its annual in person industry meeting from May 4 through May 6, 2025. The event included business roundtable discussions covering topics such as industry trends and future outlook, advocacy and legislative updates, sales training, and operational best practices. The organization also hosted certification courses that provided continuing education units (CEUs) for participating members. In addition, distributors and manufacturers conducted educational dealer meetings focused on upcoming product lines, new product developments, and industry updates. An outdoor product showcase was also held to allow dealers to view and learn about products and equipment relevant to the industry.
- The organization conducted approximately 30 in person advocacy meetings between industry retailers and district legislators to discuss industry technology, regulatory matters, and proposed legislation impacting members and the industry as a whole. These meetings included participation from House Representatives and Senators representing the dealers respective regions. Additionally, the organization hosted a State House Day in Massachusetts on June 24, 2025, which provided members with the opportunity to meet directly with legislators in their offices to discuss industry concerns, advocacy priorities, and public policy matters affecting the organization and its members.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(6) business league.
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 October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(6) business league as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, 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 October 1985.
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 October 21, 2026.
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