Heritage High School Athletics Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Support Heritage High School sports teams and student organizations through fundraising, financial stewardship, and concession operations. During the year, the Foundation managed concession operations at McKenzie Stadium and Heritage High School and conducted multiple fundraising activities, including Burgerville, Little Caesars, Parent Night, Silent Auction, and Rummage Sale, providing financial support to more than 20 sports teams and student clubs.
- Income
- $244,512
- Spending
- $245,312
- Spent on programs
- 81%
- Reserves
- 7.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 64%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 25
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 76 out of 100. Higher than 49% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, under $250k).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 7.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 0% of income.
Income trend
5 of 15Income fell 16% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1581% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 28 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 74% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, under $250k).
Independent board
0 of 252 of 2 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.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2026, 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)
- $157,834 spent. The Foundation provided financial support to Heritage High School athletic teams and approved student organizations by raising and distributing funds for equipment, uniforms, competition expenses, training, camps, travel, officials, and other educational and extracurricular needs. Funds were maintained in separate accounts for each participating team or organization and were used exclusively to enhance student participation, educational opportunities, and school-sponsored activities. Through these efforts, the Foundation helped reduce financial barriers for students while promoting leadership, teamwork, and personal development.
- $16,222 spent. The Foundation supported educational camps, athletic clinics, and student development programs that provided participants with opportunities to improve technical skills, receive specialized instruction, and participate in organized educational and extracurricular activities. Financial assistance helped offset program costs, making participation more accessible while supporting the educational mission of Heritage High School and encouraging student growth both inside and outside the classroom.
- $56,470 spent. The Foundation supported school-sponsored tournaments, facility use, and student activities that encouraged participation, teamwork, and community involvement. Through volunteer-supported events and community partnerships, the Foundation generated resources that were reinvested into Heritage High School educational and extracurricular programs. These activities strengthened relationships between students, families, and the community while providing ongoing financial support for school organizations and athletic programs.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2026, 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 October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on November 15, 2024 for not filing returns for three years. The IRS now lists it as tax-exempt again.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2026.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Worth knowing.
Recognized by the IRS in December 2025. It is too new to have a track record.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.
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