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Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc

To provide a vibrant center where the people of bridgewater and the surrounding towns can gather as part of a caring, diverse community of people from all ages …

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Human Services Bridgewater, VT EIN: 831706093 (IRS) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
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63/100 · methodology

About Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc

The foundation fosters education, artistry, commerce, health and wellness, personal growth and connection. It strives to meet the basic needs of all citizens in a resilient space that will continue to serve, and function, when it is needed the most. In 2019 the foundation began raising funds to renovate the former bridgewater village school building and convert it into the bridgewater community center. Future plans for the bridgewater community center include a wide variety of programming from our strong list of partners: artistree community arts center, thompson senior center, sustainable woodstock, ottauquechee health foundation, norman williams public library, senior solutions, creative lives, barnarts, pentangle arts, jag, and woodstock community food shelf. The community center will house a child care center. …

Founded
Headquarters
Bridgewater, VT
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
P20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2018

Mission

To provide a vibrant center where the people of bridgewater and the surrounding towns can gather as part of a caring, diverse community of people from all ages and walks of life.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar human services in United States
Program spending This charity: 89%
Peer average: 93%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 63
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

· FY2022 · IRS 990 (FY2022)
$0.89
Program$0.89
89% to programs beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

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GiveRadar's verified records show Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.

  • It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
  • It has more complete contact information than 74% of comparable organizations, with a verified website, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • GiveRadar's profile for Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical human services charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (3 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • third-party accreditation
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  • a contact email
  • a donation page
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

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Common questions

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Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc is a registered human services nonprofit based in Bridgewater, VT, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2018 and has been operating for 8 years. Its EIN is 831706093. 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 63/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $349K in annual revenue. 21 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 831706093. 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.

Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63/100. 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 63 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 89% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for human services charities in United States is 90/100.

Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc is located in Bridgewater, VT, United States. The organization was established in 2018 and has been active for 8 years.

Based on official tax filings, Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc has $349K in annual revenue. It allocates 89% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 93% for human services charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc is classified as a Human Services organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $349K in annual revenue. The organization has 21 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation 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, Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation 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 89% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 93%). 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.

The foundation fosters education, artistry, commerce, health and wellness, personal growth and connection. It strives to meet the basic needs of all citizens in a resilient space that will continue to serve, and function, when it is needed the most. In 2019 the foundation began raising funds to renovate the former bridgewater village school building and convert it into the bridgewater community center. Future plans for the bridgewater community center include a wide variety of programming from our strong list of partners: artistree community arts center, thompson senior center, sustainable woodstock, ottauquechee health foundation, norman williams public library, senior solutions, creative lives, barnarts, pentangle arts, jag, and woodstock community food... Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc is classified as a human services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2018.

Among human services charities registered in United States: It allocates 89% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of $349K is below the peer average of $3M.

Yes, donations to Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 831706093, 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
$100K-$1M
89% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2022) why this matters
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Filing history

3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2022): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
7

Leadership

From FY2022 filing

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Brian B••••••••
President

Officers & trustees (10)

Source: Public filings

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M 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 this charity 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 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, with this charity's causes ticked.

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 2022 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 21 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we know and don't know

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

On record · 9
  • Financial data · FY2022 on record
  • Named leadership · 21 officers on file
  • 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 · 2018
Not available · 2
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc

What is Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc?
Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc is a human services publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Bridgewater, United States. The foundation fosters education, artistry, commerce, health and wellness, personal growth and connection. It strives to meet the basic needs of all citizens in a resilient space that will continue to serve, and function, when it is needed the most. In 2019 the foundation began raising funds to renovate the former bridgewater village school building and convert it into the bridgewater community center. Future plans for the bridgewater community center include a wide variety of programming from our strong list of partners: artistree community arts center, thompson senior center, sustainable woodstock, ottauquechee health foundation, norman williams public library, senior solutions, creative lives, barnarts, pentangle arts, jag, and woodstock community food shelf. The community center will house a child care center. The building will also be used for independent businesses, movement classes, yoga classes, and other community wellness activities. It will be available for events, functions, and as a community resource room. The bridgwater community center will also serve as the emergency shelter and town community space. Phase one construction and updates for the bridgewater community childcare, located in the 1991 addition at the rear of the building is near completion. We have received our occupancy certificate with the state and continue with the vermont licensing process. Bridgewater community childcare has hired a program director and now looks to fill three teaching positions. The bridgewater community childcare will open june 1, 2022 with fourteen spots for children age six weeks through thirty-six months. Enrollment is now open with links on our website. Along with creating the childcare space we have also updated the center's roofing, insulation and prepared for phase two construction. Phase two construction on the historical 1914 section is on track to begin spring 2022. Phase two construction and updates will include but not be limited to adding state appro
When was Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc founded?
Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc was founded in 2018.
Who leads Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc?
Brian Bontrager serves as President.
Where is Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc located?
Headquartered in Bridgewater, VT, United States.
What is Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately $100K-$1M. 89% of expenses go to program services.
Is Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc trustworthy?
Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63 out of 100 (Partial 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 Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 831706093.
What is Bridgewater Area Community Fouindation Inc's website?
https://www.bridgewatercommunitycenter.com