Oceanside Ivey Ranch Park Association
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
We are dedicated to encourage the interaction of those of all ages, with and without disabilities, by providing educational and recreational activities. Since 1983 we have served children and adults with disabilities but will not exclude the able bodied, since integration, inclusion and interaction are important components of our program.
- Income
- $1.8 million
- Spending
- $1.5 million
- Spent on programs
- 88%
- Reserves
- 6.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 84%
- Employees
- 94
- Volunteers
- 1,079
- Highest pay
- $102,000, executive director
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 6.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 6% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 12% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 18% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1588% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 10 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 258 of 8 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 June 30, 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 (3)
- $751,577 spent. EQUINE PROGRAM Therapeutic horseback riding can enhanceStrength, coordination, self-esteem, concentration, emotional states, posture, balance, a sense of well being, personal mobility, a feeling of independence.How do these gentle, four-legged therapists helpHorses and humans walk using a similar motion and gait. Horse movements cause riders to respond using natural body movements. Exercise equipment works specific muscle groups, where horseback riding promotes integrated whole person flow of movements. Students with physical disabilities improve their muscle strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination.Our horses are also friendly, nonjudgmental companions. Their gentle natures improve mental and emotional states. The bond that develops between a horse and rider inspires a sense of teamwork, responsibility, communication, caring, and joy.
- $136,654 spent. IN-HOME RESPITE - We view respite as temporary relief for family caregivers. It is a service in which care is provided to individuals with disabilities or special needs. We see respite care as a vital part of the continuum of services for families. Respite care reduces family stress, supports family stability, prevents abuse and neglect, and minimizes the need for out-of-home placement. It provides caregivers an opportunity to take care of other kinds of business or the opportunity to relax and take a break from the high demands of full-time care giving to special needs individuals. Ivey Ranch can provide in-home respite care to those who have contractual services through the San Diego Regional Center.
- $474,579 spent. CHILD CARE - AFTER SCHOOL ALL DAY CAREOffering after-school care, full-time summer, and school holiday care.The purpose of Ivey Ranch Day Care is to provide daycare with supervision, guidance, love, and instruction for children of working and non-working parents alike. Our primary concern is to provide a program rich in experiences which will benefit the children, parents and the community.Ivey Ranch is open to all children and is specially designed to meet the needs of the disabled, regardless of race, nationality or creed. It is the desire of the center to offer a mainstreamed program to benefit the child with special needs. We accept children with special needs ages 5 through 21 years of age.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, 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 June 2025.
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 July 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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