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Chelan Valley Hope

EIN 80-0403184 · Chelan, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Chelan Valley Hope is a gross-roots local social services agency 'hub' for compassionate connections and resources since 2009. We empower people to improve their own lives by giving them a hand up; not just a hand-out. We do this by hosting essential local and regional services where everyone is treated with dignity and compassion. MISSION: Furthering Positive changes in people's lives. VISON: We envision a Chelan Valley where all people in need are compassionately connected with timely relief and other relevant resources. VALUES: Our values include Empowering, Sustainability, Stability, Choice, Direction, Dignity, Building Relationships, Compassionate Caring, Kindness, Humility, Gentleness, Patience, Listening, Record-keeping, Continuity of Care, and Tailoring relevant resources for each client.

Income
$908,946
Spending
$652,056
Spent on programs
94%
Reserves
9.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 98%
Employees
11
Volunteers
75
Highest pay
$73,283, executive 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: 93 out of 100. Higher than 78% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 9.8 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 28% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 78% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    93% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 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: 91 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    9 of 9 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

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 (3)
  1. $525,816 spent. Chelan Valley Hope provides a confidential intake and assessment by highly trained volunteers and staff who know the local resources and supports client households with emergency stipends to assist with rent, utilities, gas, car repairs, bus tickets, non-covered medical/dental care, clothing, and more. Our organization helps clients develop a care plan to achieve or restore solvency, and we connect clients with resources for continued recovery, growth, and long-term success. In 2024 we assisted over 3,000 clients. Since 2015 Chelan Valley Hope has actively joined with other agencies in Chelan and Douglas Counties to form a Community Housing Network with the purpose of providing coordinated access to housing and shelter for residents facing homelessness. Chelan Valley Hope administers Commerce grants through the county Grants. Every year, our clients receive case management services for homelessness or being at-risk or facing homelessness. We assisted over 300 clients who received emergency shelter for an average of 4 nights and received case management support to locate improved stability with transitional or permanent housing.
  2. $68,673 spent. Chelan Valley Hope is committed to managing and safekeeping donor advised funds. We have the shared mission of helping people easily access essential resources, and together we leverage our assets to multiply our reach. Funds include MANGER MALL and TLC. Manger Mall works diligently to provide donations of gifts at Christmas time every year to over 300 needy families and an average of 650-1,000 kids annually. Families are able to enjoy the dignity of giving during difficult financial times. TLC for Seniors Program offers free volunteer visits to assist seniors to live comfortably in their own home via companionship, support to achieve health and self-care goals, resource connections, and caregiver support.
  3. $14,980 spent. Chelan Valley Hope purchased the building located at 417 S. Bradley Street from the City of Chelan. The Cornerstone building is home to local non-profit relief organizations that coordinate efforts and leverage resources to maximize assistance to struggling, under-resourced area residents. The organizations housed in the building are Chelan Valley Hope, TLC, The Food Bank, Manger Mall, and English Second Language Classes. Many donors and businesses in the community have helped Chelan Valley Hope to purchase the Cornerstone Building, giving the compassionate community organizations a permanent home.

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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 2010.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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