Womens Business Enterprise Council Ohio River Valley Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
WBEC ORV is leading through an innovative, collaborative and engaged group of Corporates, Government, WBEs and Advocates. We are a catalyst for growth and sustainability by adding more Corporate Members & WBEs in the Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia region.
- Income
- $1.5 million
- Spending
- $1.4 million
- Spent on programs
- 67%
- Reserves
- 0.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 73%
- Employees
- 0
- Highest pay
- $147,408, former ceo
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 26% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.9 months of spending.
Debt
5 of 20It owes 57% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 4225% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1567% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 20 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: 65 out of 100. Higher than 14% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
5 of 250 of 22 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (5)
- $442,348 spent. Catch the Wave provides networking, training, and access to certified owners in Kentucky, Ohio & West Virginia and WBEC ORV corporate member This conference draws over 300 attendees from across the region Includes an opening reception, pitch breakfast, keynote luncheon, awards dinner, corporate and WBE workshops WBE Showcase, & matchmaker Bold & Brilliant is a signature WBEC ORV event designed to inspire, educate, and connect women entrepreneurs and business leaders. With an average of 120 attendees, this high-energy program brings Featuring engaging speakers, interactive sessions, and opportunities to build meaningful relationships, Bold & Brilliant provides a dynamic space to spark new ideas, strengthen leadership, and celebrate.
- $458,858 spent. Our WBENC Programming is designed to help women-owend businesses fully understand, navigate, and maximize the value of certification. We offer a series of sessions tailored to different stages of the certification journey with an average attendance of 10-15 participants to encourage learning, engagement, and networking Newly Certified WBE Onboarding Becoming a Certified WBE Maximizing Your WBENC Certification
- $21,917 spent. Our Business Development Webinar series is designed to equip women owned businesses with the tools and strategies needed to confidently Present their value and grow their opportunities. 25 attendeees on the average participate in these interactive sessions that offer both education and practical application. Topics include Developing an Effective Capability Statement, Pitch Academy, and Public Speaking.
- Programs Reporting for this year include Annual Catch The Wave, Bold
- and Brilliant Conference, WBENC Certification Programming
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
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 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 December 2024.
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 2024.
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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