Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg
The arcstsa is a 501 c 3 not-for-profit accreditation services agency providing national recognition for higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting in collaboration with the …
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About ARC/STSA Since 1972, the ARC/STSA has set the gold standard for higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting. The ARC/STSA is a private, non-profit accreditation services agency that provides national recognition for 400 higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting in collaboration with the Commission on Accreditation
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Mission
The arcstsa is a 501 c 3 not-for-profit accreditation services agency providing national recognition for higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting in collaboration with the commission on accreditation of allied health education programs (caahep), in order to promote quality surgical patient care through quality credible education. The mission of arc/stsa is to provide accreditation services to our communities of interests that validate excellence of education programs in order to advance the profession and ensure quality patient care.
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAccreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg is a registered education nonprofit based in Parker, CO, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1994 and has been operating for 32 years. Its EIN is 841296896. 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 74/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1M in annual revenue. 48 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 841296896. 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.
Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74/100. 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 74 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg is located in Parker, CO, United States. The organization was established in 1994 and has been active for 32 years.
Based on official tax filings, Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 51% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 82% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg is classified as an Education 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 $1M in annual revenue. The organization has 48 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg 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 51% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). 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.
About ARC/STSA Since 1972, the ARC/STSA has set the gold standard for higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting. The ARC/STSA is a private, non-profit accreditation services agency that provides national recognition for 400 higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting in collaboration with the Commission on Accreditation Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1994.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 51% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $1M is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 841296896, 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.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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ACCREDITATION REVIEW COUNCIL ON EDU IN SURGICAL TECH & SURGICAL ASSTG is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Officers & trustees (14)
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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 - 48 disclosed in the public registry.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 48 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1994
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Quick facts about Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg
- What is Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg?
- Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg is a education supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Parker, United States. About ARC/STSA Since 1972, the ARC/STSA has set the gold standard for higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting. The ARC/STSA is a private, non-profit accreditation services agency that provides national recognition for 400 higher education programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting in collaboration with the Commission on Accreditation
- When was Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg founded?
- Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg was founded in 1994.
- Who leads Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg?
- Ron Kruzel serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg located?
- Headquartered in Parker, CO, United States.
- What is Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 51% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg trustworthy?
- Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74 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 Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 841296896.
- What is Accreditation Review Council on Edu in Surgical Tech & Surgical Asstg's website?
- http://www.arcstsa.org