Carmel Residents Association
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What it says it does
The Carmel Residents Association is committed to the protection and enrichment of the traditional quality of life in Carmel-by-the-Sea and the preservation of its heritage and natural beauty through education community activities and advocacy.
- Income
- $44,718
- Spending
- $40,517
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending March 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending March 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending March 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)
- $10,924 spent. The VOICE Newsletter - Membership and community newsletter printed 5 times per year with annual distribution of 9,000 - Informs citizens of key issues and activities in our Village and surrounding area. Benefits membership and community.
- $3,535 spent. Community Service Programs - Throughout the year the CRA sponsors educational and entertainment programs relevant to our Village our history environmental issues or speakers who have made a big impact on our community. They may be individual speakers or panel discussions. We also sponsor candidate forums during election years and partner with other groups in the Village to hold town halls on important and timely issues. Additionally we offer a high school scholarship and support community nonprofit programs. Benefits membership and community.
- $2,255 spent. Special Events - 1 ANNUAL MEETING: the CRA Board holds this event to update our membership introduce new Board members solicit input and encourage involvement. We presented our annual Business Recognition award to Rich Pepe in honoring Little Napoli restaurant and its many years of service local community support and involvement. The topic of Tourism management was covered by keynote speakers from See Monterey Visit Carmel and the Carmel Chamber of Commerce. 2 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Beginning in 1988 and on every second year to recognize citizens who give outstanding service to their community CRA presents a Citizen of the Year award. Candidates have through their service enhanced the lives of citizens in Carmel-by-the-Sea. This years program honored Tom Parks as a 35 year extraordinary example of an engaged Carmel-by-the-Sea volunteer and leader with a legacy of passion and participation in the theater and literature. Benefits membership and Community.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending March 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(4) social welfare 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? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(4) social welfare organization as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending March 2026.
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 September 1995.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Caution.
California's Attorney General lists its registration as revoked as of December 31, 1990. Organizations on this list may not solicit donations in California.
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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