Public Health Council of the Upper Valley
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Public Health Council of the Upper Valley (PHC) improves the health of Upper Valley residents across New Hampshire and Vermont through shared public health initiatives and services delivered within a robust network of community stakeholders. As one of New Hampshires 13 regional public health advisory councils-and the only entity bridging public health systems across the two states-PHC fosters collaboration amoung more than 200 municipal leaders, health agencies, schools, businesses, and community partners to identify needs, share resources, and deliver effective, equitable health solutions.
- Income
- $681,412
- Spending
- $596,313
- Spent on programs
- 88%
- Reserves
- 4.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 99%
- Employees
- 5
- Volunteers
- 25
- Highest pay
- $90,580, executive director
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 44% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.8 months of spending.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 35% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 12% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 103% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1588% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 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
Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 66% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 2513 of 13 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (1)
- $523,609 spent. The Public Health Council of the Upper Valley serves as a vital connector and convener, strengthening regional public health infrastructure through partnerships, education, equity initiatives, and innovation. In collaboration with municipal leaders, health providers, schools, and community organizations. PHC identifies pressing health needs and coordinates effective responses that no single entity could achieve alone. Key accomplishments include expanding community education and engagement with trusted, evidence-based health information; advancing health equity by elevating BIPOC and other marginalized voices in leadership and decision-making; strengthening municipal public health capacity through training, tools, and cross-town coordination; and supporting emerging initiatives through the Public Health Program Incubator, which provides fiscal sponsorship, technical assistance, and administrative support to promising community-led efforts. These programs improve health literacy, reduce disparities in access and outcomes, enhance emergency preparedness, and foster a more integrated, resilient public health system across the Upper Valley. By investing in partnerships, local governance, and organizational sustainability, PHC helps create a healthier, safer, more supportive region where residents, regardless of background, have the opportunity to thrive. These efforts directly address root causes of inequity such as housing, transportation, and healthcare access while building long-term community resilience.
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
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 September 7, 2026.
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 September 30, 2026.
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 September 10, 2026.
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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since October 2003.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
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 7, 2026.
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