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Friends of Bachman Lake

EIN 88-2523155 · Dallas, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceWeak38 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Friends of Bachman Lake serves Bachman Lake Park and Greenbelt by elevating existing green spaces promoting environmental conservation and building an informed engaged community that advocates for safe connected and equitable access. The most significant project we are working on is clearing invasive privet to help restore about 50 acres of lost park land.

Income
$271,332
Spending
$5,185
Spent on programs
57%
Reserves
Over 10 years of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 99%
Employees
0
Volunteers
1,900

Source: Form 990 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 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 38 out of 100. Higher than 6% of charities in its peer group (environment, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no 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 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)
  1. $2,407 spent. During 2025 Friends of Bachman Lake organized and led eight volunteer workdays focused on planting trees habitat restoration removal of invasive chinese privet and trash removal at both the greenbelt and at the park. The organization also conducted soil testing through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to inform science-based restoration planning and guide native plant decision. Friends of Bachman Lake supported an Eagle Scout service project resulting in the design and installation of wayfinding signs along some of the nature trails. $1,238.82 GSD + $1,368.69 equipment & supplies
  2. $533 spent. Friends of Bachman Lake conducted in-person community outreach at public events throughout 2025 engaging residents recruiting volunteers and promoting stewardship initiatives at Bachman Lake Park. The organization hosted a free family-friendly Photos with Santa event at the park during the holiday season designed to connect local residents with the organizations mission. $200 photos with Santa + $332.00 table covering
  3. In November 2025 Friends of Bachman Lake receive a $250,000 grant from the Rees-Jones Foundation to support the restoration of the Bachman Greenbelt. The project is focused on environmental restoration safety and enhancing access to green spaces. Grant funds are held in a dedicated account and implementation is anticipated to extend into subsequent fiscal years.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 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 December 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 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 November 4, 2026.

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