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YMCA of North Central West Virginia Inc

EIN 55-0486791 · Clarksburg, WV

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak33 out of 100GovernanceGood79 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To promote good health and strong families and leadership skills. The YMCA is a membership association of men, women, and children of all ages, abilities, income, race, and religions. It is dedicated to building healthy body, mind, and spirit of individuals and families.

Income
$1.0 million
Spending
$1.2 million
Spent on programs
54%
Reserves
-1.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 50%
Employees
92
Volunteers
50
Highest pay
$37,808, interim chief executive officer

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 33 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 45% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 17% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 1% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    54% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 79 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 10 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a 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

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    9 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • 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, 2024, 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)
  1. $394,231 spent. Well being means a healthy body, mind, and spirit. The Y's group exercise program is a medically based program that stresses the value of prevention through good exercise habits and health, including stress management and health education. The program serves a wide range of people at different fitness levels and ages. Not only does it provide an opportunity for physical growth, it serves as a catalyst for social development as well. the classes are made available at a fee that a major segment of the community can afford with financial assistance for those who cannot afford the full fee.
  2. $72,396 spent. Aquatics programs at the Y are a part of the Y's overall goals in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Programs such as youth swim lessons and youth swim team provide children with water safety skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship habits as well as promote good health through regular exercise. We provide financial assistance to anyone who cannot afford full fees associated with our programs to strive to offer our services to all.
  3. $193,467 spent. The Summer Day Camp/After School childcare program offers opportunities for growth and adventure. Our leadership program philosophy is guided by the traditional YMCA emphasis on developing the whole person in spirit, mind, and body. Developing leadership skills, a system of values and understanding of the needs and interest of youth is consistent throughout the program. 1) Enjoying physical fitness through exercise and creative play; 2) Gaining a deeper respect for natural surroundings, people of different backgrounds, artistic creativity, and the spiritual side of life; 3)Swimming, field trips, performances, and demonstrations by special guests, movies, reading, and camping programs serve as childcare for parents in the summertime, allowing them to remain gainfully employed. The program is offered on a below-cost basis to parents unable to afford the full fee. The Summer Day Camp program offers opportunities for growth and adventure. Our leadership program philosophy is guided by the traditional YMCA empasis on developing the whole person in spirit, mind, and body. Developing leadership skills, a system of values and understanding of the needs and interest of youth is consistent throughout the program. 1) Enjoying physical fitness through exercise and creative play; 2) Gaining a deeper respect for natural surroundings, people of different backgrounds, artistic creativity, and the spiritual side of life; 3) Swimming, field trips, performances, and demonstrations by special guests, movies, reading, and camping programs serve as childcare for parents in the summertime, allowing them to remain gainfully employed. The program is offered on a below-cost basis to parents unabale to afford the full fee.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since July 1967.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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