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East Bay Service to the Development Disabled

EIN 68-0033414 · Concord, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceGood88 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To assist those we serve to get in touch with their own Goodness, Dignity and Unlimited Potential. Our Services will Nurture and Affirm the capacity for growth that will be expressed in unique and individual ways.

Income
$7.1 million
Spending
$5.9 million
Spent on programs
95%
Reserves
15.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 90%
Employees
69
Volunteers
10
Highest pay
$167,608, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending October 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 90% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 15.3 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 16% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 8% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    95% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending October 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 88 out of 100. Higher than 46% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • 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

    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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • 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 October 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 (9)
  1. $1.6 million spent. Independent Living Skills (ILS)Independent Living Skills program is a one-on-one training with developmentally disabled adults in the areas of nutrition, health, money management, household management and socialization. ILS provides in-depth assessments on skills specific appraisals and training.
  2. $1.4 million spent. Day Training Program: Way of the Elders (WOE)Adult day training and functional skills programs designed specifically to meet the needs of adults with developmental disabilities.
  3. $961,596 spent. Residential Services: Concord House (CH)The program is designed to provide unique residential services, including skills training for adults with developmental disabilities (mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, neurological handicaps, etc.) Services are provided from four locations, collectively known as Concord House. The philosophy of Concord House is honoring unlimited potential, fostering self-determination, empowering independence and responsibility, and creating a climate for optimal living.
  4. $500,684 spent. Open Door (OD)The primary purpose of this program is to provide environments and activities that allow adults to function as contributing citizens with full rights and responsibilities. The emphasis centers on functional experiences and skill development. The goal is acquisition of new skills and increase competence in personal development, daily living, job related tasks and use of leisure time.
  5. $500,624 spent. Day Training Program: Wisdom Path (WP)Adult day training and functional skills programs designed specifically to meet the needs of adults with developmental disabilities.
  6. $230,625 spent. Center for Well Being (CWB)This is an innovative wellness program designed for people with developmental disabilities. It utilizes traditional and proven alternative forms and creative methods of intervention, prevention, empowerment, and support. A foundation assumption is that all individuals yearn to understand and direct their life process. Center for Well Being honors the whole self and addresses all aspects of wellness: physical, emotional, mental, social, and environmental.
  7. $213,001 spent. Camino Nuevo (CN)The unique purpose of this program is to provide an environment and activities that maintain and increase current levels of functioning and skill acquisition. The commitment is to the whole person, and the intent is to foster a high level of physical, mental, emotional, and social health and well-being within the context of each person's daily reality. Activities and training occur in the natural environments offered in the surrounding communities. The clients who benefit most from the Camino Nuevo format are those who can actively participate in a day activity model that provides experiences in the community. Special attention is given to those with certain barriers that may preclude placement in other day activity environments. These barriers can include cultural and language barriers, social or behavioral challenges. The program is committed to providing these individuals with experiences and environments that promote quality of life with an awareness of and optimal use of their abilities and is geared towards the Spanish-speaking community.
  8. $201,829 spent. South East Asian Friendship Village (SEAFV)Southeast Asian Friendship Village program is rooted in the belief that all persons, regardless of age or disability, possess unlimited potential. The program activities honor that potential and encourage the individual in a journey of personal growth. The program strives to create a climate for optimal living, cultural awareness and a program that empowers the person to become active decision makers in her/his own lives and to live that life to the fullest degree. The unique purpose is to provide an environment and activities that maintain and increase current levels of functioning and skill acquisition. The commitment is to the whole person, and the intent is to foster a high level of physical, mental, emotional and social health and well-being within the context of each person's daily reality. Activities and training occur in the natural environments offered in the surrounding communities. Special attention is given to those with certain barriers that may preclude placement in other day activity environments. These barriers can include cultural and language barriers, social or behavioral challenges.The program is committed to providing these individuals with experiences and environments that promote quality of life with an awareness of and optimal use of their abilities. This program is geared towards the Mein and Cambodian speaking communities.
  9. $39,805 spent. Day Training Program: CORE Program (CORE)Adult day training and functional skills programs designed specifically to meet the needs of adults with developmental disabilities.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending October 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 October 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 April 1985.

    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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