C a S T for Kids Foundation
WE BELIEVE EVERY CHILD IS WORTH CELEBRATING, CAN OVERCOME LIMITATIONS AND HAVE A VICTORIOUS DAY THROUGH A JOYFUL DAY OF FISHING. KIDS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS COME …
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7th Annual C.A.S.T. for Kids B.A.S.S. Humanitarian Award Nominations Open until Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5pm CST 9th Annual Annual Waco Banquet & Au ...
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Mission
We believe every child is worth celebrating, can overcome limitations and have a victorious day through a joyful day of fishing. Kids, their families, and community volunteers come together for an explosion of fun and inspiration. C.a.s.t. For kids foundation hosts annual opportunity through the sport of fishing to organize and hold events where these children are paired with experienced fisherman and taken out on boats for a day of fishing and outdoor recreation.
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· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, C a S T for Kids Foundation has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 80% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- It is one of the better-documented international charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
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- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyC a S T for Kids Foundation is a registered international nonprofit based in Salem, OR, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1992 and has been operating for 34 years. Its EIN is 911582848. 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 72/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1M in annual revenue. 24 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
C a S T for Kids Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 911582848. 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.
C a S T for Kids Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100. 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 72 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
C a S T for Kids Foundation is located in Salem, OR, United States. The organization was established in 1992 and has been active for 34 years. Its registered address is 2755 Commercial St SE Ste 101, United States.
Based on official tax filings, C a S T for Kids Foundation has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 70% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 73% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
C a S T for Kids Foundation is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $1M in annual revenue. The organization has 24 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for C a S T for Kids Foundation. 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, C a S T for Kids Foundation 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 70% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). 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.
7th Annual C.A.S.T. for Kids B.A.S.S. Humanitarian Award Nominations Open until Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5pm CST 9th Annual Annual Waco Banquet & Au ... C a S T for Kids Foundation is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1992.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 70% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $1M is below the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to C a S T for Kids Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. C a S T for Kids Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 911582848, 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
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
C A S T FOR KIDS FOUNDATION 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (6)
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6 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 24 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 24 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 · 1992
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about C a S T for Kids Foundation
- What is C a S T for Kids Foundation?
- C a S T for Kids Foundation is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Salem, United States. 7th Annual C.A.S.T. for Kids B.A.S.S. Humanitarian Award Nominations Open until Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5pm CST 9th Annual Annual Waco Banquet & Au ...
- When was C a S T for Kids Foundation founded?
- C a S T for Kids Foundation was founded in 1992.
- Who leads C a S T for Kids Foundation?
- Jay Yelas serves as EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
- Where is C a S T for Kids Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Salem, OR, United States.
- What is C a S T for Kids Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $1M-$10M. 70% of expenses go to program services.
- Is C a S T for Kids Foundation trustworthy?
- C a S T for Kids Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72 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 C a S T for Kids Foundation's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 911582848.
- What is C a S T for Kids Foundation's website?
- https://www.castforkids.org