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Medella House Inc

EIN 88-1065389 · Charlestown, IN

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair60 out of 100GovernanceFair69 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Medella House is a residential program for women in recovery from alcohol and/or substance abuse that encompasses an initiative of hope and recovery. The mission is to provide a structured, therapeutic, safe and sober living environment for women recovering from alcohol and/or substance abuse with the goal of recovery and renewed self-worth. Medella offers safe housing, counseling services, educational programs, and community to help individuals achieve long-term recovery and reintegrate into society. We hold graduations for residents that complete the program and Monthly Family Day for residents to spend time with loved ones. Housing assistance programs are essential in addressing financial barriers that prevent individuals in recovery from securing stable housing. Medella House ensures that clients can access and maintain housing, which is a crucial component of recovery and overall well-being.

Income
$74,083
Spending
$58,529
Spent on programs
70%
Reserves
1.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 46%
Employees
1
Volunteers
4

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 60 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (mental health, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 1.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 58% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 21% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 13% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    70% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 13 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 55% of charities in its peer group (mental health, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    0 of 25

    2 of 2 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

    7 of 7

    Has a 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.

  • 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, 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 (3)
  1. $26,300 spent. Transitional Housing Program: Accomplishments: This program has provided secure stable housing for numerous individuals as they transitioned from substance abuse to recovery. The number of individuals housed: 28 in the year of 2023 Age range: 19-60 Average length of stay is 218 days Medications: 78percent of residents utilized medications for mental health and/or substance abuse. Success rate of residents maintaining sobriety after leaving the program: Average length of sobriety 329 days, 43percent of the residents completed the program, the other 57percent left prior to graduation. 69percent of residents remained sober. Medella House has developed and maintained a recovery housing program that offers a structured and supportive environment for individuals in early recovery. This program caters to individuals with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and co-occurring Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and Mental Health (MH) conditions. This program includes peer support, life skills training, and case management services. Medella House integrates therapeutic activities such as group therapy, relapse prevention planning, and recreational activities to promote a healthy lifestyle. Medella House has a 5 year goal to expand the comprehensive services of the program to 3 additional homes which would allow Medella House to increase services by 300percent. The expansion of this program will provide invaluable resources to women in recovery. Medella House addresses the critical need for stability in the lives of individuals in recovery. By providing a safe and secure environment, Medella House ensures that residents have the foundation they need to focus on their recovery without the stress of housing instability. This stability is crucial for long-term recovery and helps reduce relapse rates.
  2. $10,813 spent. Counseling and Therapy Services: Accomplishments: The counseling program provided individual and group therapy sessions that led to measurable improvements in clients' mental health and coping skills. Client feedback: 65 percent of residents reported gaining therapeutic coping skills from therapy sessions. 70 percent of residents reported being able to identify triggers. 81 percent of residents reported counseling sessions provided valuable life skills. Progress in achieving personal recovery goals: 50 percent of residents utilized the therapeutic skills to complete and graduate the sober living program.
  3. $3,741 spent. Educational and Vocational Support: Accomplishments: This service provided job training, resume workshops, and educational resources. 100 percent of residents that engaged in the program, obtained and sustained gainful employment.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 2024.

    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 July 2022.

    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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