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Reparations Stakeholder Authority of Asheville

EIN 93-2070768 · Asheville, NC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong92 out of 100GovernanceGood79 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The RSAA is a nonprofit organizaiton established to advance reparative justice by addressing the ongoing impacts of systemic racism through education, community-informed resource distribution, and healing-centered practices. The organization works to promote equity, accountability, and long-term community wellbeing through sustainable, community-based approaches.

Income
$566,484
Spending
$321,684
Spent on programs
59%
Reserves
13.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
2
Volunteers
40
Highest pay
$80,404, president/founder/executive director

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

Strong: 92 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 13.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 2% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 43% of income.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    58% 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

Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 57% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $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

    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

    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. $188,115 spent. Reparative Justice Education and Public Engagement: In 2024, the RSAA expanded its educational programming to deepen public understanding of systemic racism, reparative justice frameworks, and civic participation. Programming emphasized accessible education, local context, and informed engagement during a critical civic period. . Educational offerings included workshops, facilitated discussions, public presentations, and learning series focused on local governance, policy impacts, and community-informed solutions. Programs were designed to support critical thinking and informed civic participation. . Key Outcomes: -Delivered expanded educational programming throughout the year -Engaged hundreds of participants through structured learning sessions -Increased access to civic and policy education related to local decision-making
  2. Community-Informed Resource Support and Relief Efforts In 2024, the RSAA provided community-informed resource support in response to urgent community needs, including disaster-related impacts following Hurricane Helene. The organization coordinated direct assistance efforts grounded in equity, dignity, and responsiveness to community-identified priorities. . Support included financial assistance, basic needs support, and coordination with partner organizations to ensure timely and effective distribution of resources. These efforts aimed to stabilize households and reduce immediate harm resulting from crisis conditions. . Key Outcomes: -Provided direct support to more than 13,000 individuals -Distributed over $100,000 in direct financial and material assistance -Coordinated relief efforts across multiple impacted communities
  3. Community Governance and Institutional Development In 2024, the RSAA advanced community-guided governance and institutional development to support long-term reparative justice infrastructure. Activities focused on strengthening community-informed decision-making, accountability practices, and sustainable organizational growth. . The organization continued to develop systems to support responsible stewardship of resources, community trust, and long-term impact aligned with charitable purposes. . Key Outcomes: -Expanded internal systems to support community-guided decision-making -Strengthened financial and operational accountability -Advanced long-term planning for sustainable charitable impact

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 September 2024.

    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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