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Ms - Just Keep Moving Inc

EIN 82-1316966 · Waukesha, WI

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceFair59 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Support for people with MS. We provide a free facility, exercise equipment, exercise programs, education, and emotional support for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and their loved ones. We exist to help people truly "LIVE" their best life with MS despite the challenges of MS. Approximately 140 people with MS are served, along with additional caretakers.

Income
$252,991
Spending
$183,948
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
12 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 99%
Employees
1
Volunteers
50

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 81% of charities in its peer group (diseases, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 12.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 2% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 27% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 33% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    100% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 59 out of 100. Higher than 26% of charities in its peer group (diseases, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 6 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • 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, 2025, 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. $148,481 spent. Exercise and physical therapies developed and focused on individuals with MS. Exercise equipment, including adaptive equipment, is provided at NO cost for people with MS and their caretakers. Trained volunteers assist as needed. Our Director of Neuro exercise leads a variety of classes including cardio, HIIT, seated balance, standing balance and aquatic exercise, in addition to developing individual exercise programs for those with MS. Other services at the gym include Reiki, Thai massage, Nuebie electrical stimulation for muscle repair and strengthening, mini-trampoline rebounding, lymphatic leg pressure therapy, outdoor bike, walking and kayak groups, and other programs. Approximately 140 people with MS are served along with their caregivers. All provided for FREE through donations and volunteers.
  2. $26,600 spent. Education on nutrition and physical therapies. Education includes a weekly discussion with a licensed nutritionist, stretching for spasticity, physical therapy assistance, participation in MS research and other programs. 140 people served.
  3. $8,867 spent. Emotional support for those with MS and caregivers. Weekly prayer group and caregiver support groups meet. Shared goals and challenges and successes have built a strong community. An annual retreat for caregivers is also provided. 100 people served.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 October 13, 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 2025.

    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 February 2018.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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