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Ohio Recovery Housing Inc

EIN 99-1884930 · Columbus, OH

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong92 out of 100GovernanceStrong95 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Ohio Recovery Housing (ORH) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance quality housing for people in recovery from substance use disorders. ORH promotes safe, healthy, and recovery-supportive housing by establishing and verifying standards, building operator capacity, and elevating resident voice and outcomes. ORH aligns its work with the National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR) standards.

Income
$2.8 million
Spending
$1.7 million
Spent on programs
93%
Reserves
8.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 89%
Employees
10
Volunteers
0
Highest pay
$97,758, exectutive 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: 92 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 8.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 11% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 38% of income.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    93% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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: 95 out of 100. Higher than 60% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports 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 (4)
  1. $1.2 million spent. Ohio Recovery Housing assists in moving individuals from substance abuse treatment to recovery to employment, with a focus on support services that enable and support individual successful entry or reentry into the workforce, thereby creating an employment "recovery ecosystem." We identify gaps, cost-benefits, and systemic needs, culminating in a strategic action plan to guide local operators, community members, and local leaders in strengthening their recovery-to-work ecosystems. Coordinating learning events to disseminate best practices and provides non-partisan education on recovery housing, codes/health and safety considerations, and alignment with NARR standards.
  2. $75,198 spent. Ohio Recovery Housing is developing a technological system to allow organizations to easily apply for, manage and report on their application for certification, to appropriately monitor and report certification status to partners. The technology will also provide free and optional resources to operators as they seek to achieve programming requirements related to the quality standards. Tools will include resident management features such as recovery planning, documentation, medication policies, grievances and others to be identified by operators. ORH will also work with RecoveryPeople to develop an online learning management system for new and existing recovery housing operators, ensuring that there is available education for those that need to access this information
  3. $294,743 spent. Another major program provided by Ohio Recovery Housing addresses the challenges faced by recovery housing operators, particularly concerning minor repairs to their homes in order to meet the quality standards mandated by Ohio, effective January 1, 2025. ORH understands the necessity of striking a balance between regulatory requirements and the provision of support mechanisms for operators striving to meet these standards. With adequate funding and support, many recovery housing operators don't need to face insurmountable challenges in making necessary repairs and achieving or maintaining certification. We acknowledge the inherent disparities in resources among operators and provide targeted assistance to those in need.
  4. $36,738 spent. An additional program area of Ohio Recovery Housing is to provide training, technical assistance and capacity building in the recovery housing field. We design and delivery training for operators and staff (e.g., operations, compliance, house management, resident support). Provides technical assistance on policies, procedures, documentation, safety practices, and implementation of NARR standards. We also develop toolkits, templates, and best-practice guides; coordinates faculty/peer trainers when applicable.

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

  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 November 6, 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 June 2025.

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

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 2024.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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