Starfish Disaster Recovery Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
Mission: Starfish Disaster Recovery Team is driven by a singular mission: to provide effective and compassionate disaster recovery solutions. We believe in the power of individual actions to create meaningful change. Our team is dedicated to restoring hope and rebuilding communities affected by natural disasters one step at a time. In 2024 150+ properties assisted 1.5 million in services provided to Madsion County families 9300 volunteer hours.
- Income
- $15,406
- Spending
- $15,406
- Reserves
- 5.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. 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 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (1)
- $21,000 spent. 1. Disaster Case Management Description: Starfish Disaster Recovery provided disaster case management services to individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Idalia in Madison County Florida. Our caseworkers helped clients assess needs access recovery resources apply for assistance and coordinate services with partner organizations. This included support for housing cleanup and essential services. In addition we provided a full-time caseworker to serve directly with the Madison County Strong Long-Term Recovery Group to support coordinated recovery efforts. ......................................................................................... ................... 2. Field Response and Recovery Services Description: Our field crews performed on-the-ground recovery work including muck-outs chainsaw operations debris removal and temporary repairs such as siding skirting and tarping. These services focused on stabilizing homes and properties while families worked through the recovery process..............................................................................................................................................................3. Volunteer Coordination and Community Outreach Description: Starfish coordinated volunteers and conducted community outreach to support disaster-affected households. This included wellness checks referrals and event-based support to help residents access needed services and stay informed throughout the recovery process. ........................................................................................................................................................................Because families often received services across multiple program areas we served over 150 unique households in total through a combination of case management field support and outreach efforts.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 2024.
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 January 2024.
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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