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Arlington Fairfax Chapter Inc of the Izaak Wallton League of Americ

EIN 54-6052591 · Centreville, VA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong97 out of 100GovernanceGood82 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Education of members and the public about conservation of natural resources, clean air, clean water, archery and firearms safety and training, hunter safety, and wildlife conservation. Chapter property is used as a nature reserve for conservation projects, demonstration, recreation and training purposes by members and their families, as well as local schools and universities, scout troops, and other outdoor groups.

Income
$996,278
Spending
$977,549
Spent on programs
99%
Reserves
13.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 81%
Employees
0
Volunteers
200

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

Strong: 97 out of 100. Higher than 84% of charities in its peer group (environment, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 13.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 2% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 29% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    99% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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

Good: 82 out of 100. Higher than 55% of charities in its peer group (environment, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    19 of 19 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave 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, 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)
  1. $649,059 spent. Operations, additions, and maintenance of the physical plant provides the facilities essential for the property to function as a wildlife reserve and support use by scouts and other youth groups for camping and other outdoor recreational activities in addition to providing educational and recreational program services. Other activities such as conservation projects and community outreach projects are also supported. The facilities were used to support 20 scout groups, eight local community organizations and two school organizations.
  2. $171,168 spent. The Skeet and Trap range provides facilities and services in support of the chapter objectives of education, charitable activities, and community service. Educational shooting activities are conducted throughout the year and consist of nationally sanctioned skeet and trap competitions, league shooting, formal shotgun training courses, and informal instructional clinics. These events provide an opportunity for about 1,000 Chapter members and non-members to improve their skills and also promote a positive image of shooting sports within the community. The range also provides a venue for charitable fundraising activities by outside organizations with proceeds going to medical research organizations. Informal shotgun shooting events are held for veterans and wounded military personnel support organizations as community service events.
  3. $37,941 spent. The Chapter's air gun program is used by Chapter members, junior athletes, local high school teams, and area club teams to practice and compete in the sport of air rifle and air pistol. Coaching and equipment are provided for those interested in trying these shooting sports. This program teaches gun safety, discipline, perseverance, and teamwork. Over 200 local athletes participate in the local high school air rifle league, with seven of the local teams hosted by this air gun program. As a result, a significant number of youth athletes receive scholarships to compete on college shooting teams. The air gun program also hosts an air pistol team, conducts school programs for adaptive (handicapped) shooters, provides facilities for Wounded Warrior air rifle teams, and conducts multiple official matches throughout the year. One notable accomplishment of the air gun program was that two athletes participated in the 2016 Summer Olympics with one winning the first Gold Medal awarded at the Games.
  4. $108,817 spent. The organization is a non-stock corporation whose primary purpose is education of members and the public about conservation of natural resources, clean air, clean water, and wildlife.

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

  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 November 6, 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 1961.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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