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Shades of Motherhood Network

EIN 88-2756048 · Spokane, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair54 out of 100GovernanceFair64 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

We are Shades Of Motherhood Network Supporting Moms Through Pregnancy. Dedicated to nurturing moms-to-be on their journey to motherhood. Providing holistic care and support.

Income
$689,574
Spending
$725,848
Spent on programs
95%
Reserves
0.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 67%
Employees
11
Volunteers
20
Highest pay
$65,600, executive dir.

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: 54 out of 100. Higher than 20% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.8 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 28% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 56% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    95% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 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: 64 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 4 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a 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.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • 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, 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. $377,386 spent. Doula Workforce Development and Training: Established in 2022, our doula workforce development and training initiative focused on training and empowering Black and Brown doulas. These skilled professionals extended prenatal and postpartum care to individuals within our community. Through comprehensive training, we aimed to enhance the quality and accessibility of care for expectant and new parents, specifically targeting underserved demographics.
  2. $237,864 spent. Our Community Educational Outreach initiatives have engaged over 400 individuals within our community. Programs such as Black Maternal Health Week, Black Breastfeeding, Health Equity discussions, Black Maternal Health Art Exhibits, health workshops, podcasts, and active social media platforms have been instrumental in disseminating crucial health-related information. These efforts have significantly contributed to raising awareness and promoting health equity within our community. These programs reflect our dedication to addressing critical healthcare needs, promoting inclusivity, and fostering a healthier, informed community. Through ongoing support and collaboration, we endeavor to further enhance these initiatives and positively impact the well-being of our community members.
  3. $71,814 spent. Started in May 2023, the nutrition and wellness box program provides weekly boxes to birthing individuals in our community, expanding to Fathers and teen parents as well. The food is seasonal, nutrient dense, and sourced from local farmers. The recipes are catered towards prenatal and postpartum healing for the birthing person and the baby With an emphasis on healing, our foods and recipes are actually soul food, where we aim to heal through nutrition. Food is fuel. Food is also medicine. Recreating a healthy relationship with food during and after pregnancy not only helps the birthing person, it provides the best foundation for the baby to have a great life.

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 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 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 2023.

    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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