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San Jose Womans Club

EIN 94-0838510 · San Jose, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

TO ENGAGE IN CULTURAL, EDUCATIONAL, COMMUNITY, AND CHARITABLE PURSUITS INCLUDING THE AWARDING OF SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS AT SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY; AND TO PRESERVE OUR LANDMARK CLUBHOUSE.

Income
$209,397
Spending
$91,022
Spent on programs
97%
Reserves
28.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 82%
Employees
4
Volunteers
100
Highest pay
$54,671, house manager

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 61% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 28.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 55% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 57% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 203% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    97% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 92% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 (1)
  1. $88,622 spent. As we continue our goal of reducing our environmental impact and modernizing the Clubhouse, be sure to look up member information, group details and other information at the SJWC website at www.sjwomansclub.org. From your mobile or desktop, you can find member information, upcoming events, and Club history. And speaking of events, we have had a successful year supporting our mission. This Years Achievements and ProgramsOur calendar was rich with events celebrating our past and shaping our future:?130th Anniversary Celebration: We successfully hosted our 130th Anniversary Celebration in May, a tremendous event that honored our rich history and the vibrant community weve built.?Civic and Social Engagement: We kicked off the year by walking in the Rose, White and Blue Parade and the Gay Pride Parade. Our events included the City of San Jose District 3 Candidates Forum in March, the elegant Opera with the Stars Gala Luncheon in April, and the festive Irish Pub Party. We also inaugurated our new Salon Talks series, focusing on creativity and creation.?Charitable Giving and Groups: Our commitment to community service saw tangible results. Our Best Furry Friends (BFF) group - in partnership with 13th St Cat Rescue, Bay Area Cats and 9Lives, had a landmark year, facilitating the trapping, neutering, and return of over 200 cats to their communities. BFF successfully raised funds for foster cat Lyras dental surgery and placed over 12 cats and kittens in to homes. We also officially established our new Mind, Body and Soil Gardening Group this year and saw the continued success of Antiques, Arts and Culture, Artists Collective, Besse Books & Culture, Mahjong and Womans Club Walking Society groups as they hosted meetings, events and get togethers. .Building and Infrastructure ProgressThis year was defined by major facility improvements:?HVAC air conditioning and heating: We successfully determined our vendor, signed the contract and installed the new HVAC system providing cooling and heating to the Club. We extend grateful thanks to the County of Santa Clara Parks & Recreation Department and the Rotary Club of San Jose Foundation for their grants to fund electrical, cooling, and new flooring upgrades.?Security and Operations: We completed the installation of new, higher-quality security cameras and added a new freezer to better support our events and renters.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 October 13, 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 June 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 April 1955.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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