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Disabilitysa

EIN 81-4443195 · San Antonio, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak32 out of 100GovernanceStrong97 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE MISSION OF DISABILITYSA IS TO EDUCATE, ADVANCE, AND ENGAGE PEOPLE WITH DISABIITIES BY BUILDING CONNECTIONS, EXCHANGING INFORMATION, CREATING OPPORTUNITIES, AND STRENGTHENING OUR DISABILITY COMMUNITY IN THE GREATER SAN ANTONIO AREA. DISABILITYSA CONNECTS CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES TO INFORMATION ABOUT LOCAL RESOURCES, PROGRAMS, AND OPPORTUNITIES THAT PROMOTE INDEPENDENCE AND INCLUSION WHERE WE ALL LIVE, LEARN, WORK, AND PLAY.

Income
$396,835
Spending
$596,217
Spent on programs
81%
Reserves
-2.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 67%
Employees
9
Volunteers
350
Highest pay
$81,654, ceo & exec dir

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

Weak: 32 out of 100. Higher than 5% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    2 of 20

    It owes 91% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 50% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 5% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    81% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 11 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: 97 out of 100. Higher than 90% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    8 of 8 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

    12 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • 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. $233,952 spent. The education programs at disABILITYsa include Navigation Services, online resource website, social media platforms, Leadership & Life Skills Development programs, and AccessAbility fest. Programs which operate to connect children and adults with disabilities with the Resources in the community by sharing information. disABILITYsa's website is a dynamic resource tool for information on current issues, local events and programs, as well as local job opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and more. The Accessibility fest is a gateway to information, resources, and opportunities for individuals with Disabilities and their support networks. The program capture the attention of both individuals with and without disabilities. The VaxabilitySTRONG program (one-year only) is a multifaceted information, education, and community campaign to open conversations about questions and barriers around vaccinations and provide information and resources on vaccine safety, benefits, and access for the disability community.
  2. $137,567 spent. The Advance programs at disABILITYsa support individuals with disabilities and others who are part of our disability community in discovering ways each participant can take a role in effecting change and providing training and resources to do so. The Ability STRONG Parage is San Antonios Disability Pride Celebration expressing the belief that disability is a natural and beautiful part of the human diversity in which people living with a disability can take pride. This annual program brings the local community together to advance public attitudes toward disability and even change the way we thing about and define disability. It is a celebration that highlights the beauty, ability, and strengths that individuals with disabilities bring to our local community. Disabilitysa team members participate in local conversations, planning teams, and community planning processes to advance the considerations of people with disabilities in the areas of Housing, healthcare, transportation, education, employment, and socialization.
  3. $87,330 spent. The Engagement Programs at disABILITYsa include the Fiesta Especial programs consisting of a royal court leadership & life skills development program, Celebration Day community-based instruction program, parade, and Royal Court Alumni Leadership program, as well as the Disability Inclusion Resource Center, and Service Leadership programs. disABILITYsa serves young men and women with disabilities through the leadership development program. The Fiesta Especial Royal Court program creates visibility for the leadership and Contributions individuals with disabilities in our local community, while providing a platform for leadership and service development for children and adults with all types of disabilities (ages 12+). The Celebration Day, a community-based instruction program, brings many special education programs and adult day habitation programs that are comprised of children and adults with disabilities and their support networks, to participate in a city-wide celebration of heritage, culture, and diversity in a fun, safe, and inclusive way. The Disability Inclusion Resource Center is acquiring equipment to provide accessible resources that assist other businesses and organizations to make their community experiences more inclusive of people with disabilities. Equipment includes the Mobile Changing Unit, Sensory Escape Room, Sensory Kit Station, Disability Lived Experience Panels, and Inclusion Training. The Service Leadership Development programs teach people with disabilities and their support networks to actively participate in civic, research, board, and workplace leadership roles while amplifying the considerations of people with disabilities and bringing visibility to the leadership and contributions people with disabilities are making in our local community.
  4. $23,412 spent. The STRENGTHEN programs at disABILITYsa include an educational and support benefits membership program that promotes the participation of individuals, businesses, and organizations in the mission of disABILITYsa through educational opportunities, networking platforms, awareness-building programs, financial savings, and more. These programs utilize resources to help strengthen the disability service organizations in our community through low-cost printing options, educational series, consulting, connects, and training.

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 March 2017.

    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.

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