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Ability Now Bay Area Inc

THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO CREATE A CULTURE THAT SUPPORTS PEOPLE WITH CEREBRAL PALSY AND OTHER DISABILITIES THROUGH INNOVATIVE, SUSTAINABLE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES IN AN EFFORT …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
80/100 · methodology

About Ability Now Bay Area Inc

Formerly known as the Cerebral Palsy Center for the Bay Area, Ability Now Bay Area is a 501c(3) charitable organization offering adults with developmental and physical disabilities the most comprehensive and cutting-edge services available. Our unique programs include education, communication, computer literacy, vocational training, wellness, and community integration. We promote self-advocacy, independent living skills, and leisure skills, enhancing the ability of our participants to live more

Founded
Headquarters
Oakland, CA
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
G23Z
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
medium

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1942

Mission

The purpose of the organization is to create a culture that supports people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities through innovative, sustainable programs and services in an effort to maximize their individual independence and functioning in the community.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
❤️ Health · NTEE G23Z
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar health in United States
Program spending This charity: 43%
Peer average: 81%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 3.41%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 80
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for IRS revocation history, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.43
Program$0.43

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Ability Now Bay Area Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.

  • Established in 1944, it is among the oldest health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 82% of similar organizations. See the sources
  • Its integrity score of 80 places it in the top 5% of the 98,862 health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Ability Now Bay Area Inc is a registered health nonprofit based in Oakland, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1944 and has been operating for 82 years. Its EIN is 941254655. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $4M in annual revenue. 39 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.

Ability Now Bay Area Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 941254655. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.

Ability Now Bay Area Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.

Ability Now Bay Area Inc is located in Oakland, CA, United States. The organization was established in 1944 and has been active for 82 years. Its registered address is 4500 Lincoln Ave, United States.

Based on official tax filings, Ability Now Bay Area Inc has $4M in annual revenue. It allocates 43% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 81% for health charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $41M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Ability Now Bay Area Inc is classified as a Health organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $4M in annual revenue. The organization has 39 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Ability Now Bay Area Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

According to GiveRadar's records, Ability Now Bay Area Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 43% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 81%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Formerly known as the Cerebral Palsy Center for the Bay Area, Ability Now Bay Area is a 501c(3) charitable organization offering adults with developmental and physical disabilities the most comprehensive and cutting-edge services available. Our unique programs include education, communication, computer literacy, vocational training, wellness, and community integration. We promote self-advocacy, independent living skills, and leisure skills, enhancing the ability of our participants to live more Ability Now Bay Area Inc is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1944.

Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 43% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 81%. Its annual revenue of $4M is below the peer average of $41M.

Yes, donations to Ability Now Bay Area Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Ability Now Bay Area Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 941254655, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
43% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
45

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

MA
Maureen D•••••• M•
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Officers & trustees (15)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

1 article found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$3.6M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$3.2M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$3.4M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$3.4M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$3.1M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990
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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health this charity 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 39 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 6, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 39 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 1944
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Ability Now Bay Area Inc

What is Ability Now Bay Area Inc?
Ability Now Bay Area Inc is a health supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Oakland, United States. Formerly known as the Cerebral Palsy Center for the Bay Area, Ability Now Bay Area is a 501c(3) charitable organization offering adults with developmental and physical disabilities the most comprehensive and cutting-edge services available. Our unique programs include education, communication, computer literacy, vocational training, wellness, and community integration. We promote self-advocacy, independent living skills, and leisure skills, enhancing the ability of our participants to live more
When was Ability Now Bay Area Inc founded?
Ability Now Bay Area Inc was founded in 1944.
Who leads Ability Now Bay Area Inc?
Maureen Decoste Ma serves as EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
Where is Ability Now Bay Area Inc located?
Headquartered in Oakland, CA, United States.
What is Ability Now Bay Area Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 43% of expenses go to program services.
Is Ability Now Bay Area Inc trustworthy?
Ability Now Bay Area Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Ability Now Bay Area Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 941254655.
What is Ability Now Bay Area Inc's website?
https://www.abilitynowbayarea.org