Iron Will Ranch
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
At Iron Will Ranch, we are committed to empowering veterans and civilians living with mental illness, neurological disorders, and challenges in behavioral, emotional, and cognitive function. Through the innovative use of the Draper Sensory Method and a supportive, nature-based environment, we help individuals access their full potential to think more clearly, make healthier decisions, and, most importantly, find renewed hope for a meaningful and successful future.
- Income
- $162,458
- Spending
- $96,578
- Reserves
- 12.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 60%
- Highest pay
- $12,000, director
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 94 out of 100. Higher than 81% of charities in its peer group (health care, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 12.5 months of spending.
Debt
16 of 20It owes 18% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 41% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (1)
- $94,211 spent. Our organization is committed to empowering veterans and civilians living with mental illness, neurological disorders, and challenges in behavioral, emotional, and cognitive function. During the year, we provided programs and services to 30 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and 48 veterans, helping them access their full potential through the innovative Draper Sensory Method and a supportive, nature-based environment. Participant feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with letters of recommendation highlighting improvements in clarity of thought, decision-making, and overall well-being. Letters of support from veteran organizationsincluding Operation TBI Freedom through Craig Hospital, the VA Recreation Division, and the VA PTSD Division of Recreationfurther demonstrate our impact and collaborative partnerships.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 2025.
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 July 2021.
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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