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Corner Table Inc

EIN 94-3418768 · Newton, NC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceFair50 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Corner Table's mission is to provide nutritious meals to those in need in our community through the Community Kitchen, Backpack Program, and other hunger relief initiatives. In addition to staff and financial support, our mission is strengthened by the dedication of community volunteers. During 2024, more than 500 volunteers contributed over 14,700 hours of service to our programs, including meal preparation, food distribution, and administrative support. Their commitment significantly expands our capacity to provide nutritious meals and essential services to indiviuals and families facing hunger in our community. .

Income
$1.8 million
Spending
$1.5 million
Spent on programs
89%
Reserves
7.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 78%
Employees
9
Highest pay
$83,683, director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 7.4 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 17% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 144% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    89% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 50 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    18 of 18 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

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

  • 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, 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 (3)
  1. $1.2 million spent. COMMUNITY KITCHEN:The Corner's Table Community Kitchen provided hot, balanced meals to individuals and families facing food insecurity. In 2024, the Kitchen served approximately 71,862 meals (including dine-in and to-go). Guests also received Friday to-go bags containing shelf-stable food items such as peanut butter crackers, canned protein, and fruit cups to help cover additional meals over the weekend. This program not only met immediate food needs but also fostered dignity and community connection.
  2. $113,088 spent. BACKPACK PROGRAM:The Backpack Program ensured that children experiencing hunger had access to food over weekends when school meals were unavailable. In 2024, the program distributed approximately 47,400 backpacks filled with kid-friendly, easy-to-prepare foods such as cereal, snacks, and canned meals to 1500+ children across 40 schools each week during the school year. By helping reduce weekend food insecurity, the program supported both childhood nutrition and academic success.
  3. $4,371 spent. FROZEN MEAL PROGRAMThe Corner Table's Frozen Meal Program provided nutritious ready-to-heat meals to individuals who were unable to attend the Community Kitchen in person due to transportation barriers, health issues, or scheduling conflicts, or need additional meals for nights and weekends. Meals were prepared, packaged, and distributed through partner sites and community pick-ups to extend access beypmd the non profits kitchen doors. In 2024, the program distributed 6413 frozen meals ensuring vulnerable neighbors still had access to healthy, balanced food options in a convenient format.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 2024.

    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 May 2002.

    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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