Centro Binacional Para El Desarrollo Indigena Oaxaqueno
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To foster and strengthen the civic participation, economic, social, and cultural development, as well as the resistance of the indigenous communities.
- Income
- $4.4 million
- Spending
- $4.0 million
- Spent on programs
- 88%
- Reserves
- 1.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 80%
- Employees
- 55
- Highest pay
- $114,585, executive director
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 70 out of 100. Higher than 39% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 3% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 10% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 7% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1588% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 64% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 258 of 8 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
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited 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 September 30, 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)
- $2.5 million spent. Worker Organizing, Health Education, Immigration, Language Justice and Other:Worker Organizing Program: The worker organizing program informs workers of their rights at the workplace and encourages them to speak up against worker violations. As part of this initiative, we develop community leaders to improve their working conditions.Health Education Program: The Health Education Programs provide information and resources to improve the health of the community. This includes workshops to inform the community of the resources they have available, especially in rural areas.Immigration Program: The Immigration Program offers free legal assistance and Know Your Rights information for the community. We support the community in navigating the immigration system, accessing healthcare, and understanding their rights.Language Justice Program: The Language Justice Programs informs the community of their rights when accessing social services programs, trains Indigenous interpreters, and promotes economic justice in the community. It also supports preserving Indigenous languages through language workshops and cultural programs. The goal is to ensure that all community members can access information and services in their preferred language.Other Programs: This category includes various initiatives to address the unique needs of Indigenous communities. These programs may focus on cultural preservation, community organizing, and advocacy for social justice. They are designed to support the overall well-being and empowerment of the community.
- $497,823 spent. Education Program: The Education Programs focus on enhancing educational opportunities for Indigenous children and parents. It includes initiatives such as Mixteco afterschool programs, and culture and language retention workshops.
- $415,386 spent. Emergency Assistance Program: Emergency Client Assistance Programs provide immediate economic support to Indigenous farmworker families and individuals facing economic difficulties. This includes assistance in ensuring that basic needs are met during difficult times.
- OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Worker Organizing, Health Education, Immigration, Language Justice and Other:Worker Organizing Program: The worker organizing program informs workers of their rights at the workplace and encourages them to speak up against worker violations. As part of this initiative, we develop community leaders to improve their working conditions.Health Education Program: The Health Education Programs provide information and resources to improve the health of the community. This includes workshops to inform the community of the resources they have available, especially in rural areas.Immigration Program: The Immigration Program offers free legal assistance and Know Your Rights information for the community. We support the community in navigating the immigration system, accessing healthcare, and understanding their rights.Language Justice Program: The Language Justice Programs informs the community of their rights when accessing social services programs, trains Indigenous interpreters, and promotes economic justice in the community. It also supports preserving Indigenous languages through language workshops and cultural programs. The goal is to ensure that all community members can access information and services in their preferred language.Other Programs: This category includes various initiatives to address the unique needs of Indigenous communities. These programs may focus on cultural preservation, community organizing, and advocacy for social justice. They are designed to support the overall well-being and empowerment of the community.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, 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 September 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 December 1993.
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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