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Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida Inc

EIN 59-2814255 · Orlando, FL

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceStrong93 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF HOMELESS MEN, WOMEN, AND CHILDREN BY PROVIDING CRUCIAL SERVICES TO END THEIR CRISIS OF HOMELESSNESS.

Income
$17.8 million
Spending
$12.0 million
Spent on programs
80%
Reserves
4.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 58%
Employees
112
Volunteers
2,025
Highest pay
$206,832, president/ceo

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

Good: 85 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 3% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 33% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 48% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    80% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 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: 93 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    30 of 30 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

    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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

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

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • 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 (3)
  1. $5.7 million spent. Shelter Services - The Coalition operates two shelter programs: the Center for Women and Families (CWF) and the Men's Service Center (MSC), with a combined capacity of 490 beds serving single women, families, and single men. These programs represent the largest provider of short-term residential shelter in Central Florida. The Coalition provides emergency shelter, diversion, case management, and housing stabilization services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Individuals first meet with staff at the Coalition's Intake Center to complete a comprehensive assessment, which is used to determine program placement and identify appropriate services. All individuals then receive individualized housing plans focused on securing stable housing and addressing immediate needs. In Fiscal Year 2024-2025, the Coalition served 1,773 individuals in shelter, including 353 children, and provided 137,419 nights of shelter. During this period, 620 individuals exited permanent housing, and 52% of adults increased or maintained income at exit.
  2. $2.6 million spent. Housing Services - The Coalition operates four Rapid Rehousing programs designed to help households quickly exit homelessness and secure permanent housing. These programs also prevent at-risk individuals and families from entering the system through targeted, short-term rental assistance. These programs combine time-limited financial help with housing stabilization services, including case management, landlord engagement, and connections to community resources. In Fiscal Year 2024-2025, the Coalition's housing services served 224 households, representing 502 individuals, including 236 children. Funding for these programs is provided through federal, state, and county sources, allowing the Coalition to respond flexibly to community needs and move households from crisis to stability.
  3. $1.4 million spent. Emergency Services - In Fiscal Year 2024-2025, the Coalition operated the following programs, serving a total of 4,145 guests with 2,203 exits to permanent housing across our robust continuum of services: - Community Outreach - Conducts street and community-based outreach to identify and engage individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, providing connections to shelter, housing, and supportive services. - Diversion Program - Provides crisis intervention and problem-solving assistance to help individuals and families avoid entering shelter by identifying safe alternative housing options. Served 1,546 individuals, including 782 children. - City of Orlando Police Department Drop-Off Program - Provides after-hours emergency shelter placement for individuals and families identified by law enforcement as residing in unsafe or unsheltered conditions. - Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Program - Provides advocacy, case management, and supportive services to individuals impacted by crime, including domestic violence. - Youth Program - Provides educational support, enrichment activities, and counseling services for school-age children residing in shelter. - Early Childhood Development Program - Operates a licensed childcare center serving children ages six weeks to five years, supporting early learning and school readiness. - Veterans Services - Provides case management, transportation, and employment support to veterans experiencing homelessness. - Adverse Weather Program - Provides emergency shelter and services during periods of extreme weather conditions. - Nightly Community Dinner - Provides evening meals to individuals and families in need who are not residing in shelter.

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 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 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 September 1987.

    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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