Norwescon
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To promote Science Fiction Fantasy Horror related fictional genres and science through the written word art and educational programs such as the holding of an yearly convention where the public is provided with the opportunity to hear noted writers scientists and educators speak on various aspects of the fields of Science Fiction Fantasy and science and to participate in discussions displays and lectures involving these fields. Norwescon believes that its mission is to provide to the public the opportunity to be educated on the trends in Science Fiction Fantasy Horror and science as Science Fiction in many cases becomes the science of the future. As one of the many consequences of doing this Norwescon will uplift marginalized voices in our community and work to advance a more equitable just society.
- Income
- $137,159
- Spending
- $151,317
- Reserves
- 12 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 83%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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)
- $115,517 spent. The Pacific Northwests Premier Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention held for 1,000 attendees for the purpose of education on the latest trends and important persons involved in the community.
- $2,455 spent. The community fund is from our general funds. Those can be from attendees registration fees charitable donations given to Norwescon by attendees interest received from savings and donations given to Norwescon from staff members employers matching funds. This year the organization supported was Page Ahead helping disadvantaged young readers get books.
- $3,200 spent. Norwescon provides an annual scholarship to Clarion Wests intensive six-week summer workshop for writers preparing for professional careers in science fiction and fantasy.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 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? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on November 15, 2021 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on November 15, 2021.
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 June 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 July 2025.
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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