Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
- Income
- $6.8 million
- Spending
- $5.4 million
- Spent on programs
- 83%
- Reserves
- 0.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 74%
- Employees
- 280
- Volunteers
- 284
- Highest pay
- $212,175, ceo
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
Fair: 65 out of 100.
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.8 months of spending.
Debt
16 of 20It owes 24% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 21% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 29% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1583% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 10 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
Strong: 100 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 2521 of 21 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a 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
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
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 (1)
- $4.5 million spent. In 2025, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern North Carolina served more than 3,182 youth in grades K12 across Brunswick, Duplin, Pender, New Hanover, and Onslow Counties. Through high-quality out-of-school programming, we provided safe, supportive environments where young people could learn, grow, and thrive while also receiving hot meals and nutritious snacks that supported their overall well-being.The youth we serve reflect the significant needs within our communities: 70% qualified for free or reduced-price lunch, 53% came from single-parent households, 20% were from military families, and 70% identified as racial or ethnic minorities. These realities reinforce the importance of providing accessible, affordable programs that help youth succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We are committed to helping every Club member graduate from high school on time with a plan, pursue post-secondary education or career pathways, prove strong character and leadership, and live a healthy lifestyle.Through evidence-based programming in education, leadership development, health and wellness, the arts, sports and recreation, and innovative STEM initiatives such as our Spark Lab through SparkNC, youth gain the academic support, mentorship, life skills, and career exposure needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Programs introducing students to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, software development, and engineering offer hands-on learning opportunities that inspire future-ready skills and open doors to high-impact careers.Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern North Carolina continue to create life-changing opportunities for thousands of youth each year by providing hope, stability, mentorship, and pathways to lifelong success.Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern North Carolina is a nonprofit organization exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
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 October 13, 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 December 1961.
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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