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Comunidad Para Baja California

EIN 56-2495229 · Boulder Creek, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood75 out of 100GovernanceFair56 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Provide dental medical and educational support for the underserved communities.

Income
$213,276
Spending
$199,807
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
1.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
8

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

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (health care, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 1.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 20% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    100% 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

Fair: 56 out of 100. Higher than 33% of charities in its peer group (health care, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 of 3 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

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • 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 (7)
  1. $29,994 spent. Beca student scholarship program
  2. $56,045 spent. The Costa Rica Humanitarian Fund is dedicated to supporting severely underserved communities in Costa Rica. Through various programs and initiatives we aim to address critical needs such as access to healthcare education clean water and housing. Our efforts are focused on empowering individuals and families in these communities to build a better future for themselves and future generations.
  3. $70,277 spent. Vida Mexico Community Center focuses on empowering underserved communities in Mexico through educational programs vocational training and small business development initiatives. Our center provides a range of services including language classes computer skills training and workshops on financial literacy and entrepreneurship. We support aspiring entrepreneurs by offering mentorship access to microloans and assistance in developing business plans. Through these efforts we aim to create sustainable economic opportunities reduce poverty and foster community development in Mexico. The center also organizes community events cultural activities and health and wellness programs to enhance the overall well-being of residents.
  4. $6,725 spent. NorCal Dental. Dental program for the Indignus community of northern Baja 2 clinic per year
  5. $5,423 spent. Barbers for Baja support for medical dental clinics in Baja.
  6. $23,500 spent. Ten Gav is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing food and essential support to families in need. Through our community outreach programs we distribute nutritious meals hygiene products and household items to help alleviate food insecurity and financial hardship. Our services aim to improve the well-being of vulnerable individuals and families facing economic challenges.
  7. $7,843 spent. Casa Hogar Wheel chair initituve patient transportation clinics meds dental supplies

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 October 13, 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 October 2005.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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