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Church of God Seventh Day International Federation

EIN 99-0983334 · Tahlequah, OK

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceWeak25 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of the Church of God (Seventh Day) International Federation is to achieve, by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, its stated vision and purpose through an administrative structure that is defined by Godly leadership, measurable goals and objectives, clear communication, a sustainable financial model, with innovation and creativity. In an environment of trust, mutual accountability, and a commitment to assist, encourage, and understand one another, the Federation prayerfully embraces Jesus' heart for the church He is building-in reconciling lost humanity to God, through Jesus' blood for the glory of the Father to the ends of the earth. The purpose of the Church of God (Seventh Day) International Federation is to facilitate the development, unity and growth of its churches and conferences around the world, forming them into a cohesive and vibrant Christ-community.

Income
$47,005
Spending
$23,080
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
13.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
62

Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, 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 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 25 out of 100. Higher than 15% of charities in its peer group (religion, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 of 55 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

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, 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 (6)
  1. $1,279 spent. The officers of the Board of Directors of the organization which form the core executive team for the board met monthly to plan to accomplish the purpose, vision, and mission of the organization, principally building doctrinal unity among the member conferences, planning evangelistic events, responding to critical member needs, and developing educational outreach opportunities for the member conferences around the world.
  2. $6,526 spent. The board of directors of the organization met quarterly with the seven (7) zone representatives serving its 48 member national conferences to share planning direction, receive reports, needs assessments, and provide opportunity for understanding the objectives and goals as well as the anticipated barriers for optimum participation by the member conferences. In some cases this required travel of the President, particular board members, zone representatives, and regional volunteers
  3. $5,572 spent. The board of directors, zone representatives, delegates from member conferences and key leaders joined together semi-annually via Zoom for fellowship, worship, development of unity in doctrine, direction in evangelism, keys to improving member conferences organizational structural integrity, reviewing available educational opportunities for the members of member conferences, leader development, and receiving input to learn what other needs the member conferences and their members are experiencing. This sometimes involved action items and travel for leaders to further understand critical opportunities and barriers to achieve the vision, purpose, and mission of the organization for its members.
  4. $4,500 spent. The organization conducted survey initiatives to investigate unknown circumstances that appeared to be creating situations that impeded the purpose and mission of the organization. This involved a presence by the President, zone representatives, board members, or regional delegates to conduct face to face interviews and discovery to reveal the facts and allow for improved management of problematic situations.
  5. $1,775 spent. The organization published a newsletter to keep the member conferences and their members up to date with the activities of the organization and the work around the world, sharing reports and scheduled events.
  6. $3,428 spent. The organization conducted evangelistic and organizational work in Togo, Africa to develop the core structure of a member conference and establish the first local church congregation.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2026, 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 January 2026.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Worth knowing.

    Recognized by the IRS in November 2025. It is too new to have a track record.

    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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