National Association of Black Scuba Divers
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The National Association of Black Scuba Divers is dedicated to providing training and support to youth that may be economically unable to train and certify as a new generation of divers. We recognize the need to establish an educational scholarship component of scuba to assist with youth that desire education and a career in Marine Science, Plant Biology, or Plant Zoology as it pertains to life beneath the seas.
- Income
- $102,787
- Spending
- $70,724
- Reserves
- 17 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 66%
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
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 86% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 17.0 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 31% 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 (4)
- $43,439 spent. NABS held a successful Annual Summit for its members
- $6,072 spent. NABS provided educational experiences in diving and marine science for minority youth throughout the year.
- $5,249 spent. Aqua Corps Safety: We strive to be the "2nd buddy" to our NABS members, to lend assistance in order to ensure the safe diving of the group and individuals. In order to prevent possible incidents, we will be proactive in offering advice and we will speak on the side of caution if we witness a situation that may not be the best diving practice. Training: the NABS Aqua Corps has always offered training for any NABS member that has a desire to increase their knowledge and/or skill levels in the sport of scuba diving. We have Aqua Corps members involved in just about every diving specialty. The wealth of knowledge and depth of experience that exists within the Aqua Corps is a testament to our dedication and professionalism. Education: "A good diver is always learning". We are certified dive professionals and are here to assist NABS members in achieving their educational goals. Promoting continuing education is an objective of the Aqua Corps, it benefits the NABS organization by making us better divers. This objective is pursued not only at the annual summits but also throughout the year. Members of the Aqua Corps are located all around the country and should be contacted if they can be of assistance to you and your club in reaching educational goals. Professionalism: As the diving professionals of the organization, the bar is set high, and the NABS membership expects and receives the best that our talent has to offer. We work hard to remain current with trends in the dive industry and in diver education. Without this type of dedication, we would not be able to effectively fill the leadership roles in the organization.
- $240 spent. Science and Education This committee recruits talent to serve as knowledge leaders, they actively engage in educational and scientific projects; and they initiate and lead collaborative ventures within and outside of NABS.
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
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.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on May 15, 2010 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on June 15, 2014.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since September 2014.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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