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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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Salem, OR EIN: 911582848 (IRS) Sign up to see website
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72
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
72/100 · methodology

About C a S T for Kids Foundation

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 ...

Founded
Headquarters
Salem, OR
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
medium

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1994

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.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar international in United States
Program spending This charity: 70%
Peer average: 73%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 7.10%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 72
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 15.1% of total expenses ($101,543 of $671,046).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)
$0.70
Program$0.70

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

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
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (4 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

C 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.

Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
70% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: 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
8

Leadership

From FY2023 filing

JA
Jay Y••••
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Officers & trustees (6)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$1.4M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$1.2M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.9M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.5M 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 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
International this charity 25,023
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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 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 24 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

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 · FY2023 on record
  • Named leadership · 24 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 · 1992
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No 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