El-Ada Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Assist low-income families with food, housing, and weatherization improvements.
- Income
- $5.7 million
- Spending
- $6.5 million
- Spent on programs
- 81%
- Reserves
- 2.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 95%
- Employees
- 50
- Volunteers
- 50
- Highest pay
- $105,896, 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
Weak: 49 out of 100. Higher than 18% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 2.1 months of spending.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 36% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 14% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 8% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1581% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 257 of 7 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 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 (6)
- $2.4 million spent. Weatherization grants - provide weatherization for homes of low income families in Ada, Elmore, and Owyhee counties.The El-Ada Weatherization Assistance Program provides energy efficiency, health, and safety improvements for eligible households in our impact area. The services we provide ensure households have safe and efficient HVAC systems, fire protection, insulation upgrades, and receive other approved measures. These services are prioritized for seniors, the disabled, and households with young children.The weatherization program is funded through a partnership with federal, state, utility, and local municipalities, including the Department of Energy (DOE), the Department of Health and Human Services, (HHS), the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (IDHW), Idaho Power Company, and the City of Boise. El-Ada Community Action Partnership provides essential services for vulnerable community members where they live, and El-Ada's weatherization program is often the first to respond to these households when they have no heat, no hot water, face health and safety crises, or find themselves in other emergency, housing-related situations. In 2024, El-Ada's weatherization program served (161) homes, including households with (98) seniors, (106) disabled individuals, and (325) total household members.The people we serve matter, and the El-Ada weatherization program takes action to meet the needs of our most vulnerable citizens and neighbors where and when they need our help.
- $878,097 spent. The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program is dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness among veterans and their families. Through rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, personalized case management, and other supportive services, SSVF helps veterans achieve lasting housing stability and renewedindependence. In 2024, El-Ada's SSVF program served 177 veteran households in the Treasure Valley, with 94% successfully and stably housed upon graduationproof of the program's lasting impact. Each success story represents more than a roof overhead it's hope restored, families strengthened, and lives rebuilt. Together, we're ensuring noveteran is left without a safe place to call home.El-Ada's VAGPD BH Program provides transitional housing and supportive services to veterans experiencing homelessness, helping them bridge from crisis to stable, permanent housing. In FY25, the program served 33 veterans, achieving 28 successful exitswith only one returning to homelessnessand 5 veterans rolling over into FY26. Through safe accommodations, case management, life skills support, and connections to VA and community resources, we empower veterans to regain stability, independence, and hope, making a measurable impact in our community.
- $789,907 spent. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides essential support to low-income households to prevent health and safety crises caused by energy insecurity. The program ensures that vulnerable populations are not forced to choose between heating, cooling, and other basic needs. In 2024, LIHEAP assisted 7,575 households with energy assistance, 81.8% of which included at least one elderly person, individual with a disability, or child under the age of six.
- $776,603 spent. The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is a vital source of funding that allows El-Ada Community Action Partnership to provide essential services to individuals and families in need. This grant is designed to reduce poverty, revitalize low-income communities, and empower people to become self-sufficient. At El-Ada, CSBG serves as a foundation for our food programs, ensuring that families in Ada, Elmore, and Owyhee counties have access to nutritious meals during times of hardship. Beyond food assistance, CSBG acts as a safety net for our other programs, helping us maintain stability and respond quickly to emerging needs in the community. Whether it's emergency support, housing assistance, or educational resources, CSBG funding enables us to fill gaps and keep critical services available.Food Program Impact Over 6,000 households served annually through El-Ada food pantries in Ada, Elmore, and Owyhee counties. Each household receives a food box with 24 days' worth of groceries, helping families stretch their budgets during tough times. Eligibility up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, ensuring support for working families and seniors on fixed incomes. Three pantry locations (Garden City, Mountain Home, Homedale) provide consistent access to nutritious food. In response to rising demand, El-Ada distributed hundreds of thousands of pounds of food last year, despite federal funding cuts.By leveraging CSBG, El-Ada strengthens its commitment to fighting hunger and poverty, creating a more resilient and supportive environment for the communities we serve.
- $300,177 spent. The Emergency Food Assistance Program provides food security for low-income families by providing them with food assistance at no cost. Through this program we purchase and distribute nutritious American-grown foods to local emergency food providers like food banks and soup kitchens for distribution to families and individuals in need. From the farms to the food banks to the people in need. This is what The Emergency Food Assistance Program is all about.The Purpose - To provide emergency food assistance: The program supplements food for low-income families and individuals. - To support American Agriculture: Through the program we purchase a variety of healthy foods, like fruits, vegetables, meats, and dairy products directly from American farmers and producers. - To strengthen the nation's nutrition safety net: The program works with states to ensure that food is available to those who need it most through a network of food banks.The Impact - Reduce hunger and malnutrition: The program alleviates hunger and provides essential nourishment for families and individuals. - Improve health: Consistent access to healthy foods can lead to better overall health. - Foster community connection: The program builds community resilience and solidarity by engaging people in helping their neighbors.The Outcome - Alleviating hunger: El Ada and our partner food banks have provided food security for 83,502 households and 231,716 individuals throughout the Treasure Valley in 2024. - Reducing food waste: In 2024 we received 200,948 pounds of food donations. - Support community well-being: We serve as a hub for the community and connect people to other essential services and support programs.
- $134,503 spent. Other Program Expenses
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
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 2024.
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 May 1967.
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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