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Cape Fear Rc&D Inc

EIN 56-1774505 · Hampstead, NC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak48 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Cape Fear Resource Conservation & Development CFRCD Mission: Conserve natural resources while encouraging sound economic development and community development through project funding and implementation in southeastern North Carolina.

Income
$52,261
Spending
$121,474
Spent on programs
74%
Reserves
3.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 81%
Employees
1
Volunteers
10
Highest pay
$85,000, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 48 out of 100. Higher than 13% of charities in its peer group (environment, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 132% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 72% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    74% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 40 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 89% of charities in its peer group (environment, under $250k).

  • 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

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

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

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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. $35,786 spent. Support the Pages Creek Stormwater and Restoration Plan in New Hanover County NC to restore and protect the watershed. The plan aims to improve water quality reduce stormwater runoff and address pathogenic pollution to enhance the environment and community. Your donation can make a significant impact on this transformative project. Please see Schedule O for progress and IMPACT.
  2. $35,786 spent. Support our initiative to restore the Black River Watershed by replacing culverts to enhance stream connectivity and revive fish habitats. Partnered with SARP and M&N we identified key barriers and secured a $770,000 grant to make significant progress. Your donation will help create healthier ecosystems and improve the resilience of communities in the watershed. Join us in revitalizing aquatic life and ensuring sustainable water resources for future generations. Please see Schedule O for progress and IMPACT.
  3. $17,892 spent. Support the Waccamaw River Watershed Drainage Study to address flooding in the region post-Hurricane Florence. The Waccamaw Watershed Project led by CFRCD in partnership with multiple stakeholders focuses on flood prevention community empowerment and environmental protection through data-driven solutions for a safer more resilient Waccamaw River community. Please see Schedule O for progress and IMPACT.
  4. Wilmington Riverwalk completed in 2024

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 June 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 July 1993.

    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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