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United Regional Health Care Foundation

EIN 75-2761467 · Wichita Falls, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong95 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

TO STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH SUPPORT OF UNITED REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM WITH ACTIONS FOCUSED ON INDIVIDUAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.

Income
$2.9 million
Spending
$2.4 million
Spent on programs
76%
Reserves
18 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 87%
Employees
5
Volunteers
22
Highest pay
$156,743, foundation director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 95 out of 100. Higher than 88% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 18.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 10% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 16% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 9% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    76% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 6 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    16 of 18 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.

  • 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 December 31, 2024, 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. $925,208 spent. CT Project - The new CT scanner project significantly benefits our community by offering advanced, high-resolution imaging that enhances diagnostic accuracy and speeds up emergency care. This state-of-the-art 256-slice CT scanner provides quicker results with lower radiation exposure and can accommodate heavier patients, improving both safety and comfort. By upgrading to this cutting-edge technology, we ensure that our medical services remain at the forefront of patient care, leading to better health outcomes for everyone.
  2. $383,982 spent. THE CHILDREN'S MIRACLE NETWORK EFFORT ASSISTS IN PROVIDING EQUIPMENT, FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS AND PROGRAMS FOR INFANTS AND CHILDREN TREATED IN A WIDE RANGE OF DEPARTMENTS AT UNITED REGIONAL. A NUMBER OF ACTIVITIES AND SPECIAL EVENTS RAISE FUNDS FOR PEDIATRIC PATIENTS AT UNITED REGIONAL TO ENSURE THE BEST IN HEALTH CARE AND SAFETY FOR CHILDREN. CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECKS ARE PROVIDED IN COOPERATION WITH EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AND UNITED REGIONAL STAFF. CORPORATE PARTNERS SUCH AS CREDIT UNIONS, WALMART, SAMS CLUB DAIRY QUEEN AND ACE HARDWARE HELP RAISE FUNDS TO SUPPORT ALL CMN INITIATIVES AT UNITED REGIONAL, ALONG WITH DIRECT MAIL.
  3. $529,458 spent. ALL REMAINING PROGRAMS PROVIDE SUPPORT TO UNITED REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM TO PROVIDE EXCELLENCE IN HEALTHCARE FOR THE COMMUNITIES IT SERVES. OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE DIABETES EDUCATION, EMPLOYEE BENEVOLENCE, MEDICAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS, MAMMOGRAMS FOR THOSE UNABLE TO AFFORD THEM, AND PASTORAL SERVICES.
  4. (Expenses $ 529,458 including grants of $ 452,903) ALL REMAINING PROGRAMS PROVIDE SUPPORT TO UNITED REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM TO PROVIDE EXCELLENCE IN HEALTHCARE FOR THE COMMUNITIES IT SERVES. OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE DIABETES EDUCATION, EMPLOYEE BENEVOLENCE, MEDICAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS, MAMMOGRAMS FOR THOSE UNABLE TO AFFORD THEM, AND PASTORAL SERVICES.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 December 2024.

    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 1999.

    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.

  7. Could it be confused with another charity? Worth knowing.

    A much larger organization has a similar name: United Regional Health Care System Inc (Wichita Falls, TX), EIN 75-1912147. If that is the one you meant, check the EIN before giving.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

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