Amador County Historical Society
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Society was founded to solicit acquire preserve disseminate and provide access to a collection of artifacts historical paper photos ephemera and miscellany of Amador County history. Through operation of the County Museum newsletter public events website and other media. And will encourage citizen education and support of historical preservation.
- Income
- $291,835
- Spending
- $209,380
- Spent on programs
- 98%
- Reserves
- 21.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 64%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 25
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 100 out of 100.
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 21.3 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 6% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 28% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 536% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1598% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 64 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 2515 of 15 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, 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)
- $199,023 spent. The Amador County Historical Society is in the process of erecting a new 3,600 sq ft building at the Amador County Museum premises to showcase antique carriages. Previously these historical carriages were exposed to the elements in a decaying outdoor exhibit leading to their deterioration. The construction project aims to provide a protected space for these valuable artifacts. The expected completion for the basic shell construction is scheduled for June 1 2026.
- $2,113 spent. The Historical Society of Amador County operates a website and phone lines to offer information and enhance communication with the public regarding historical events and artifacts specific to Amador County California. Their services encompass a quarterly Newsletter that highlights historical narratives related to the county along with information on public events showcasing historical speakers and experts. This initiative aims to engage the community in the rich history of Amador County by providing accessible resources and opportunities for learning and participation.
- $4,197 spent. The Amador County Historical Society manages the Amador County Museum through an agreement with the County of Amador. The Historical Society oversees staffing accounting maintenance and minor repairs relying on dedicated docents and volunteers as they do not have paid staff. The museum charges a modest admission fee to help cover operational expenses with a significant amount of time and effort contributed by unpaid volunteers to ensure its smooth operation.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, 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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending January 2026.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since December 1983.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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