Mcdowell Partnership for Substance Awareness Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The mission of McDowell Partnership for Substance Awareness, Inc. is to prioritize inclusion, advocacy, education, research, evidence-based programs, and partnerships to facilitate change where prevention programs, intervention and access to substance use services for sustained recovery are available to everyone, without exception.
- Income
- $7,243
- Spending
- $143,608
- Reserves
- 8.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. 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. 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, 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 (2)
- $101,226 spent. Completed 22 Focus Groups and launched a public, analytical survey between February and December. The results will be published early in 2024. This effort involved recruiting, training, and enabling a team of Community Researchers under a Dogwood Trust grant. Researchers followed protocols and procedures required for human research as monitored by Institutional Review Board standards. This research captures insights and perceptions of residents about substance use in McDowell County. The Community Researchers work was completed as of the end of 2023.
- Advocacy. Published a coloring book, for Elementary School children that is available on Amazon, Sassy Learns Lessons ISBN 97-98866173563. The text of the book is presented in English and Spanish. The purpose of the book is to assist parents to have conversations with children about substance use and the importance of making healthy choices. The book is the first in a planned series of revenue producing products. Harm-Reduction/Safety. The SME Partners requested board approval to launch two 2 evidence-based initiatives: placement of six 6 Rescue Boxes and six 6 Sharps Collection Containers in selected locations across McDowell County. These projects involve physical equipment placement along with detailed process and procedure manuals. The board approved the project proposed by the SMEs. Both projects are scheduled to officially launch in January 2024. Sustained Recovery. Collaborated with the Impact peer support teams Recovery Community Center opening to create a library corner, provide instruments, and sponsor seats at an Art for Wellbeing Workshop at the Arrowhead Gallery in Old Fort. Sobriety is attained through hard work, focus, making connections, and becoming engaged in a trusted community. MPSA contributions to the RCC address self-care which is a critical component of transformation and long-term recovery. Prevention. MPSA provided flashlights and substance awareness buttons to support McDowell Youth Forward work during Red Ribbon Week. This national awareness program focuses on elementary and middle school children and provides information for parents. Information and student engagement encourage early conversations about the dangers of taking medicines not prescribed by a healthcare professional or accepting ingestible items from people they do not know or trust. Children impacted by SUD is staggering across McDowell County as evidenced by the number of children being raised by grandparents or other family members due to parental issues with substance use, including incarceration, homelessness, and death. Treatment. During 2023 MPSA identified individuals who wanted to expand their credentials in community work, such as becoming peer support specialists, community health workers, or attending various classes to expand their training. MPSA paid fees for classes, books, and registration for selected individuals. MPSA plans a pilot project to expand this service through partnership with McDowell Technical Community College, NC Works, and other partner agencies. Awareness. MPSA staff and volunteers supported or sponsored community events led by the Partners. Events included: Juneteenth, Overdose Awareness Day, and Community Resource Fairs. MPSA organized and led the Blue Ridge Recovery Rally effort, which transitioned from a Marion Main Street event to a community event held at Tom Johnsons Rally Park. At the core of these events, MPSA provided information about various substances, available services to address substance use challenges, and created opportunities to share success stories.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 October 13, 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 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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