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Boys and Girls Clubs of Skagit County

EIN 91-1670669 · Mount Vernon, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood77 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To inspire and empower all young people to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, caring adults in their community.

Income
$5.0 million
Spending
$5.6 million
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
6.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 42%
Employees
132
Volunteers
185
Highest pay
$228,237, ceo/president

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

Good: 77 out of 100. Higher than 56% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 10% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 11% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 5% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 9 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

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 64% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    17 of 17 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited 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 (1)
  1. $4.7 million spent. In 2024, Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County continued to inspire and empower all young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible adults in their community. With operations fully stabilized post-pandemic, the organization prioritized innovation, professional development, and expanded access for youth and teens across the county.Membership demand continued to exceed facility capacity, with attendance remaining strong and consistent. Clubs invested in additional staff to maximize access points until space and financial limitations were reached. Staff retention remained among the highest in the nation, with professional development opportunitiesincluding international exchanges in Wales, Mexico, and Italyproving instrumental in strengthening organizational culture and long-term stability.The organization expanded its global footprint through World Youth Clubs partnerships. In summer 2024, a delegation of Welsh youth visited Skagit County, launching an international exchange program that fostered leadership, teamwork, and cross-cultural understanding among both local and visiting teens . The Club also deepened its partnership with Clubs de Nios y Nias del Baja California Sur, supporting program expansion and community gardens in Cabo San Lucas through staff giving campaigns and matched contributions.Domestically, program quality was strengthened by integrating best practices in mental and behavioral health, expanding the Club Mentor Program, and enhancing STEM and workforce development initiatives. Independent evaluations confirmed that youth participants reported stronger feelings of physical and emotional safety, aligning with national outcomes that show two-thirds of alumni credit the Club with saving their lives.Key performance benchmarks from Boys & Girls Clubs of America reaffirmed Skagit Countys national leadership: top rankings for lowest management turnover, high program staff stability, and exceptional board engagement. Clubs remained in the top 20% nationwide in youth experience scores and financial health ratios.Major community milestones included the preparation for the Variety Showcase, an innovative event replacing the Annual Breakfast in 2025, designed to center youth talent and expand fundraising capacity . Additionally, new partnerships with schools, local government, and law enforcement advanced community safety, program reach, and strategic growth.By years end, Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County not only served thousands of meals and snacks to local youth , but also positioned itself for future expansion through strategic planning and investments in staff, facilities, and global linkages.Copies of annual and mid-year reports, as well as external evaluations, are available at skagitclubs.org or by request from the Chief Operating Officer.

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 October 13, 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 April 1995.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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