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Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
the organization is dedicated to celebrating the diverse heritage of the historically minority community of Linda Vista in San Diego, California. The organization aims to enhance the strong community spirit by partnering with local businesses and organizations to create community events and experiences.
- Income
- $143,879
- Spending
- $119,872
- Reserves
- 5.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 67%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 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 (3)
- $115,810 spent. The organization successfully managed and operated the Linda Vista Certified Farmers' Market, holding 46 markets throughout 2025. The farmers' market serves as a vital space for civic engagement, access to fresh produce from local farmers, and support for unique micro-enterprises owned by residents. The market reached approximately 12,000 individuals and generated over $300,000 in revenue for local vendors and farmers, demonstrating significant economic impact for the community. Vendors at the market accept EBT and participate in the Market Match program, a project of the Ecology Center funded in part by the California Department of Food and Agriculture and the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Market Match provides a monetary incentive to customers who spend their CalFresh EBT card benefits at the farmers' market, giving them additional funds in the form of tokens or vouchers to purchase fruits and vegetables.
- The organization hosted multiple cultural events and community celebrations at the farmers' market throughout the year, including Lunar New Year, Halloween festivities, and Winter/holiday Market. These events celebrated the diverse Latin and Asian communities of Linda Vista, providing free activities and performances that fostered a sense of unity and cultural appreciation within the neighborhood. The market also featured live music on various occasions to enhance the community experience.
- On the fourth Thursday of every month, the organization hosted Nonprofit Days at the farmers' market, partnering with local nonprofits to provide a range of free services to the community, including vaccines, tuberculosis education and screenings, weekly blood pressure monitoring, senior services, and assistance with filling out paperwork for SNAP, WIC, and Medi-Cal. These collaborations helped improve access to healthcare and social services for Linda Vista residents throughout 2025.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 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 December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 2023.
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 November 4, 2026.
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