Gull Wing Group International
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What it says it does
The maintenance, preservation, and restoration of the Mercedes Benz 300 SL Coupe, also referred to as the "Gull Wing Coupe." Also to promote safety, especially among its own members on the highways. To aid and assist, whenever possible, in keeping the highways clean. To provide the opportunity for its members to become better acquainted with the mechanics and handling of the Mercedes Benz 300 SL Automobile.
- Income
- $292,338
- Spending
- $249,710
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 35
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This return does not answer enough of the governance questions to score.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)
- The Club holds an annual convention as well as several smaller events for members to meet one another, organize highway cleanups, promote safety, and learn about the Mercedes Benz SL 300 Coupe's handling and mechanics. In 2025, the Organization held its 56th Annual Convention at the Villa Eyrie in Malahat, BC. This is a five day event including tech sessions, Friday rally, car show and banquet/awards ceremony.
- Monthly newsletter "300 Star Letter" mailed to total membership of approximately 528 members. The newsletter provides information on chapter news, group activities, products and services.
- Website and online discussion forum to promote and give information for members on upcoming events, vehicle history, and the Organization's history.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(7) social or recreational club.
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 November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(7) social or recreational club as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, 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 December 1980.
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 November 4, 2026.
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