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Healthy Charlotte Alliance Inc

EIN 56-1356858 · Charlotte, NC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood80 out of 100GovernanceStrong94 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Healthy Charlotte Alliance (Alliance) is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to improve the health and quality of life for all people of Mecklenburg County. It offers educational and informative events and lectures about health and wellness; grants and awards given through our endowment; and fun, informative meetings for members.

Income
$138,595
Spending
$206,475
Spent on programs
79%
Reserves
Over 10 years of spending
Largest source of income
investment income, 42%
Employees
0
Volunteers
20
Highest pay
$70,973, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending May 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 80 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover more than ten years of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 49% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 3% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    79% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 9 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending May 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 94 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    13 of 13 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

    10 of 10

    Gave 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.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending May 31, 2026, 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)
  1. $162,469 spent. Community Health ClassroomIn alignment with our mission to build a healthier community, Healthy Charlotte Alliance launched its annual signature educational program, the Community Health Classroom, in 2006. This initiative is designed to inform the community about timely and relevant health topics through in-depth programming. Each year, the event features presentations by leading health experts. The Community Health Classroom provides a more comprehensive exploration of topics than our monthly Lunch and Learn sessions. This years topic covered the relationship between the environment and health.Annual MeetingThe Annual Meeting serves as a valuable opportunity to bring together our membership for both education, celebration, and social connection. This year, we were honored to feature author and mindset coach, who spoke on how to gain a more positive and active lifestyle. The event also celebrated our award recipients and grantees, culminating in the presentation of grant awards.Lunch and Learn ProgramsLunch and Learns focus on specific health topics and feature medical experts who provide insights and perspectives on those issues. This years topics included- SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS- STAYING SAFE in a DIGITAL WORLD- NOURISHING YOUR BODY & MIND- THE MEDICAL MARIJUANA DEBATE- The Mindful Caregiver

Source: Form 990 for the year ending May 31, 2026, 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 May 2026.

    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 September 1982.

    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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