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Honeybear Daycare Center Inc

EIN 84-1429890 · Missoula, MT

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood82 out of 100GovernanceFair61 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

DAY CARE, AFTER-SCHOOL, PRESCHOOL AND SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Income
$305,218
Spending
$325,359
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
9.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 100%
Employees
14
Highest pay
$103,277, president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 82 out of 100. Higher than 61% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 9.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 7% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 5% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 61 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 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.

  • 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 June 30, 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 (1)
  1. $267,088 spent. Honeybear Daycare Center is pleased to announce 27 years of service to the children and families of Missoula, Montana and the surrounding area. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, educational environment for all of our children. We are licensed by the State of Montana to care for children ranging from 2 to 8 years of age. In addition to our daily childcare program, we offer a preschool program, after school program, and a fully staffed summer program. Honeybear also partners with Hellgate High Schools Child Development classes in a grassroots effort to introduce those students to the business world and promote potential career opportunities upon graduation. Our full time professional teaching staff is supported by students from the University of Montanas work study program, many of whom are enrolled in the colleges Elementary Education Curriculum. Honeybears daily program adds a practical supplement to their classroom studies while providing additional income to the students. Each of our teachers participate in Civil Rights Training, continuing education classes, and have taken over and above the necessary training hours to meet government standards and maintain accreditation in the State of Montana.Honeybears present curriculum includes childcare, preschool lessons, interactive musical sessions by Tangled Tones Studio, dance with Miss Caitlin's Dance Class, Stretching, Exercise, and daily playground activities (weather permitting) and field trips to local events and points of interest.Honeybear Daycare participates in the USDA Food Program and provides approved nutritious meals at breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. Meals are served family style; with the exception during the pandemic. Mealtime affords a unique opportunity for the children to experience fellowship, while learning and practicing manners and table etiquette. Honeybear also participates in the state of Montanas Best Beginnings program which offers childcare scholarships to eligible families. Parents are encouraged to participate in any of our functions.During the 2024-25 school year, Honeybear has been privileged to serve over 100 area children and their families. We are also pleased to contribute to the local economy by providing equal employment opportunities as well as supporting local businesses and merchants. Honeybear has published a non-discriminatory policy and effectively implements policies, procedures, and systems that supports stable staff and strong fiscal, program management so all children, families, and staff have high quality experiences.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 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 June 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 March 1998.

    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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