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West End Family Link Center

EIN 84-1611156 · Nucla, CO

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair52 out of 100GovernanceGood83 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The West End Family Link Centers mission is to strengthen the health, stability, and self-sufficiency of individuals and families in the West End of Montrose County by providing reliable access to food, emergency assistance, and supportive community services. The organization prioritizes underserved populations, including low-income households, seniors, and children.

Income
$261,602
Spending
$257,718
Spent on programs
74%
Reserves
-0.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 44%
Employees
6
Volunteers
92

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

Fair: 52 out of 100. Higher than 21% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

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

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 14% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    74% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.

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

Governance

Good: 83 out of 100. Higher than 63% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 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

    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 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. $190,987 spent. The organization operates multiple integrated programs designed to address food insecurity and basic needs across the community. During the 2024 fiscal year, West End Family Link Center experienced significant growth in demand for services and expanded program delivery accordingly.1. Community Food Pantry ProgramDescription:Provides consistent access to nutritious food through a client-choice pantry model, allowing individuals and families to select food items based on household needs.2024 Results:Distributed 1,891 emergency food boxes (up from 1,296 in prior year)Served approximately 2,411 individuals (up from 1,633 prior year)Impact:This program remains the organizations primary service, addressing acute food insecurity and improving household stability across the region.2. Commodity Supplemental Food Program (Senior Nutrition)Description:Distributes federally supported food packages to low-income seniors to supplement nutrition and reduce food insecurity among aging populations.2024 Results:Distributed 417 senior food boxes (up from 295 prior year)Impact:Supports fixed-income seniors by reducing food costs and improving access to essential nutrition.3. Backpack Program (Child Food Assistance)Description:Provides weekend meals and supplemental food to children at risk of food insecurity when school-based meals are unavailable.2024 Results:Delivered 636 meals/snacks to childrenImpact:Addresses child hunger and supports educational stability by ensuring consistent access to food outside school hours.4. Emergency Assistance ProgramDescription:Provides limited financial and in-kind support for essential needs such as utilities, housing stabilization, and emergency food access.Impact:Helps prevent crisis situations, including displacement and utility shutoffs, contributing to overall community stability.Program Growth SummaryThe organization experienced measurable growth across all major programs during the 2024 fiscal year, reflecting increased community need and expanded operational capacity. Service demand continues to rise, particularly in food distribution and senior assistance programs.

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 June 2002.

    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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