Young Mens Christian Association of Greater Long Beach
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The mission of the YMCA of Greater Long Beach is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that develop healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
- Income
- $47.7 million
- Spending
- $44.1 million
- Spent on programs
- 90%
- Reserves
- 4.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 66%
- Employees
- 1,449
- Volunteers
- 710
- Highest pay
- $421,418, president & ceo
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
Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 66% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.2 months of spending.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 30% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 7% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 20% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1590% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 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
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Independent board
25 of 2558 of 59 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited 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 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)
- $35.7 million spent. Programs for Youth Development19,230 youth benefited from participating in our YMCA youth programs that include; Early Childhood Education, After School Enrichment, Day Camps, Digital Media Arts, Swimming Lessons, Youth Sports, Bikes for Kids & Resident Camp. We believe that all youth deserve the opportunity to discover their own capabilities and how they can impact the world around them, under the guidance of caring adults who believe in their potential. Every interaction with young people is an opportunity for learning and development that is grounded in the Ys Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
- $2.4 million spent. Programs for Healthy Living19,774 individuals improved themselves by nurturing their spirit, mind and body at our YMCA. We help people and families build and maintain healthy habits for healthy living in their everyday lives and respond to obesity and chronic disease through innovative, inclusive, and culturally relevant health and wellness programs. By helping those from all walks of life improve their health and well-being, we build a stronger community.
- $1.6 million spent. Programs for Social Responsibility4,026 learned the value of giving back to their community and the importance of social responsibility through involvement with the YMCAs diverse and inclusive programs. With our doors open to all, we take on the most urgent needs in our community and bring together people from all backgrounds and support those who need us most. It is only through the support of our volunteers and donors that we are able to give back to the communities we engage. As a service to our community, we provide programs in Workforce Development, Newcomer Immigrant Orientation, Volunteerism, Leadership Development, and Youth Civic Engagement.
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
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 2025.
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 February 1969.
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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