Marin Firefighters Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
(1) To raise funds for charitable and education purposes for the benefit of specific population groups within the County of Marin and beyond.(2) To provide funding to mitigate loss and the effects of fires within the County of Marin, and beyond.(3) To fund programs which support and preserve firefighting capabilities within the County of Marin and beyond; and(4) To solicit funding through grants, bequests, and other fund-raising activities that are deemed appropriate to the mission of this public benefit corporation as further set forth in its Bylaws.
- Income
- $5,530
- Spending
- $20,917
- Reserves
- 18.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
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 (1)
- $18,636 spent. Pursuant to article 9 in the Bylaws of the Marin Firefighters Foundation. For the purpose of the 2025 IRS form 990 here is the F/T 2025 summary of achievement. Founded in 2022, the Marin Firefighters Foundation is in the early stages of building an organization focused on giving back to the community and supporting programs and events that align with the foundation's mission. The following are the initial objectives and purposes of this Corporation, which are consistent with the activities and operational information supplied to the Internal Revenue Service in the Corporation's application for tax exempt status: (a) To raise funds for charitable and educational purposes for the betterment of specific population groups within the County of Marin, and beyond; (b) To provide funding to mitigate loss and the effects of fires within the County of Marin, and beyond; (c) To fund programs which support and preserve firefighting capabilities within the County of Marin, and beyond; (d) To make donations to organizations and/or programs that assist in the education of all specific population groups, including, but not limited to, seniors, youth and special needs populations; (e) To provide a funding source to mitigate the loss and effects of fires, natural disasters, and to help minimize or prevent their natural and personal impact on members of our communities; and (f) To solicit funding through grants, bequests, and other fundraising avenues that are deemed appropriate to the mission of the Corporation. In 2025, the Foundation made several philanthropic donations supporting causes directly related to the foundations objectives. Here are the top three highlights: ? 13th annual Marin County Survivors Celebration : ? The Annual Marin County Survivors Celebration, often held during EMS Week in May, recognizes survivors of life-threatening emergencies (such as cardiac arrests) and the first responders, 911 telecommunicators, and medical personnel who saved them. The 13th annual event was held in May 2025.Event Purpose: Celebrates,honors survivors of medical emergencies, and strengthens the chain of survival by connecting patients with rescuers.Key Participants: Survivors, firefighters, paramedics, and dispatchers, often featuring personal testimonies from those saved and their rescuers. ? Alisa ann ruch burn foundation :? Since 1971, the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation (AARBF) nonprofit organization has been dedicated to delivering prevention education and services to burn survivors, their families and caregivers in California. Marin Firefighter makes an annual donation to the foundation in support of the work. ? Igniting Hope Gala : ? Hosted by SFFCPF, the Igniting Hope Gala is a spirited,inspiring evening dedicated to raising funds for cancer prevention in the fire service. Proceeds directly support programs that provide early cancer detection, personalized health navigation, and critical prevention services for firefighters and their families throughout the greater Bay Area. Mark your calendar and stand with us in support of firefighter health. This special evening brings our community together to celebrate progress, honor resilience, and raise the funds to protect those who protect us. The Marin Firefighters foundation is proud to sponsor this event supporting firefighters and their families.
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 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 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 January 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 October 21, 2026.
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