Cigar Men of Distinction
Public records raise at least one point you should look into before giving.
What it says it does
The organizations primary exempt purpose is to provide charitable support and awareness for autism through fundraising events educational programs and community engagement activities. This includes hosting annual golf tournaments social events and cultural programs that promote inclusion raise funds for autism-related services and foster community solidarity.
- Income
- $33,500
- Spending
- $26,733
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)
- Program 1: Pre-Classic BirminghamRevenue: $25,225.00Expenses: $11,241.00Grants: $0Number of Members Benefited: 47 members plus public guests Description:The Pre-Classic is an annual fundraising and social event in Birmingham providing networking entertainment and support for autism awareness. Expenses included tents tables chairs stage setup entertainment and security. Ticket sales and sponsorship revenue offset the expenses resulting in no net change to net assets.
- Program 2: White Party BirminghamRevenue: $23,938.46Expenses: $5,514.50Grants: $0Number of Members Benefited: 47 members plus public guestsDescription:The White Party is a community fundraising and engagement event in Birmingham. Expenses included venue rental DJ and photobooth services security and decor. Revenues from ticket sales and sponsorships fully offset the expenses resulting in zero net change to net assets. The event supports the organizations mission by raising awareness and fostering community connections.
- Program 3: Golf TournamentRevenue: $23,855.00Expenses: $13,228.62Grants: $0Number of Members Benefited: 75+ members across Atlanta Indianapolis and BirminghamDescription:The Annual Golf Tournament engages members and supporters in a fundraising event to benefit autism-related programs. Expenses included course fees event organization prizes and hospitality. Ticket and sponsorship revenues fully offset expenses resulting in no net change to net assets. The event strengthens community engagement and advances the organizations exempt purpose.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(7) social or recreational club.
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? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(7) social or recreational club as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, 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 March 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 October 21, 2026.
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