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Flatwater Collective

EIN 93-2196794 · Omaha, NE

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong90 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of Flatwater Collective is to promote and enhance the overall mental health and well-being of individuals in our communities by providing inclusive and equitable resources, education, and support in mindfulness and meditation skills and self-care practices.

Income
$150,509
Spending
$113,229
Reserves
11.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 85%
Highest pay
$55,000, executive director

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 90 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (mental health, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 11.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 25% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 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 December 31, 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)
  1. $28,029 spent. Mindfulness Academy: Flatwater Collective's Mindfulness Academy is comprised of multiple courses wherein students learn and practice mindfulness, meditation, and self-care skills. These programs combine time-honored, evidence-based practices with modern techniques to cultivate a balanced, healthy, and mindful lifestyle. Amongst other benefits, these teaching aim to reduce stress, improve relationships, and develop a deeper connection to one's self. Fees for these courses are reduced or waived entirely for students deemed eligible for scholarships. During the year-ended December 31, 2025, Flatwater instructed over 100 individuals in various Mindfulness Academy courses.
  2. $29,851 spent. Begin Again: This is a 4-week course for incarcerated men and women in the county jail system. Our goal is to provide structured integration into the community with opportunities for participants to obtain employment, education, and treatment. Our curriculum seeks to support this goal by introducing the practice of mindfulness and covering these related topics: meditation, self-compassion, empathy, mindful communication, emotional intelligence, and gratitude. During the year-ended December 31, 2025, Flatwater served over 350 individuals through the Begin Again program.
  3. $30,246 spent. Community Connections: Flatwater Collective hosts a variety of classes that incorporate mindfulness, meditation and self care opportunities. We create spaces that are welcoming, and not only explore the practices named above, but offer a place to connect with others through discussion and practice as well as the ability to deepen one's own practice. During the year-ended December 31, 2025, Flatwater hosted over 50 community events in which over 300 persons participated.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 2025.

    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 July 2023.

    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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