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Alternatives Pregnancy Center

EIN 94-2844514 · Sacramento, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair68 out of 100GovernanceStrong94 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

It is our mission to provide women with medical care and alternatives to abortion as we proclaim the hope of the Gospel.

Income
$1.9 million
Spending
$1.8 million
Spent on programs
60%
Reserves
5.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 88%
Employees
22
Volunteers
200
Highest pay
$129,831, executive dir.

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

Financial health

Fair: 68 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 5.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 33% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 21% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    60% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 24 cents.

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

Governance

Strong: 94 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    8 of 8 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    9 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • 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, 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 (4)
  1. $1.1 million spent. Provided 3,127 appointments to women in the community. It is our mission to provide women with free medical care and life-affirming alternatives to abortion while proclaiming the hope of the Gospel. It is important to us that the obstetric and gynecological care we offer is as accessible to women as possible, which is why we provide around $2 million worth of FREE medical services each year. These services include pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, OB/GYN care, prenatal care, pap smears, breast exams, STD testing/treatment, and so much more. Alternatives is here to serve any women who need quality medical care and emotional support as they face some of the most difficult times of their lives.
  2. Served 200 clients in the Parenting Program and 3 clients in Abortion Recovery Classes. Our Parenting Program helps equip women as they prepare to step into motherhood. Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics from breastfeeding and prenatal development to spiritual health and fostering healthy relationships. Our Abortion Recovery Group is led by our Clinic Nurse Lead and Parenting Program lead and is designed to come alongside women who want to experience healing from a past abortion.
  3. Gifted 750 clients with free material items, such as diapers, wipes, and baby clothes. At Alternatives, we believe that support does not end in the medical room. We understand that there are still needs that must be met, and we want to ensure that women are able to properly care for themselves and their babies. Through the Parenting Program, we help meet the material needs of our clients so that they can confidently step into motherhood.
  4. Administered 822 pregnancy tests and gave ultrasounds to 935 patients. Pregnancy is one of the most life-changing events to happen in a womans life. It is important to us that we come alongside women in the early stages of pregnancy so that we can help shepherd them through a decision that will change their lives forever. Most women faced with unplanned pregnancies do not realize that there are alternatives to abortion; they are not aware of the support systems and resources that are accessible to them. Because of this, it is important to us that we educate our clients on all the available options and empower them to choose life for their babies. 80% of women choose life after viewing their ultrasound alone, so we are happy to serve women in this way.

Source: Form 990 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 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 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 1983.

    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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