Carroll Center for the Blind Inc
The mission of the carroll center for the blind is to empower those who are blind and visually impaired to achieve independence and lead a fulfilling life. Established …
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Mission
The mission of the carroll center for the blind is to empower those who are blind and visually impaired to achieve independence and lead a fulfilling life. Established in 1936, the center serves blind and visually impaired people of all ages by providing rehabilitation,skills training, and educational opportunities to achieve independence, self-sufficiency, and self-fulfillment and by educating our communities regarding the potential of persons who are blind and visually impaired. For over 80 years, the center has pioneered innovative services for the blind and visually impaired by developing methods for people with low vision to learn the skills to be independent in their homes, in class settings, and in their workplaces, preparing them for diverse opportunities for success and independent living.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar health in United StatesConcerns
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Carroll Center for the Blind Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1947, 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 92% of comparable charities. 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
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyCarroll Center for the Blind Inc is a registered health nonprofit based in Newton, MA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1947 and has been operating for 79 years. Its EIN is 042106173. 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 $11M in annual revenue. 88 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.
Carroll Center for the Blind Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 042106173. 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.
Carroll Center for the Blind 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.
Carroll Center for the Blind Inc is located in Newton, MA, United States. The organization was established in 1947 and has been active for 79 years.
Based on official tax filings, Carroll Center for the Blind Inc has $11M in annual revenue. It allocates 60% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 85% 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.
Carroll Center for the Blind 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 large organization. It has $11M in annual revenue. The organization has 88 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Carroll Center for the Blind 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, Carroll Center for the Blind 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 60% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 85%). 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.
The Carroll Center for the Blind offers a wide range of comprehensive services for the blind and vision impaired. Learn more about our services. Carroll Center for the Blind Inc is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1947.
Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 60% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 85%. Its annual revenue of $11M is below the peer average of $41M.
Yes, donations to Carroll Center for the Blind Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Carroll Center for the Blind Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 042106173, 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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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
CARROLL CENTER FOR THE BLIND INC 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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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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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 - 88 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 88 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 · 1947
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Carroll Center for the Blind Inc
- What is Carroll Center for the Blind Inc?
- Carroll Center for the Blind Inc is a health supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Newton, United States. The Carroll Center for the Blind offers a wide range of comprehensive services for the blind and vision impaired. Learn more about our services.
- When was Carroll Center for the Blind Inc founded?
- Carroll Center for the Blind Inc was founded in 1947.
- Who leads Carroll Center for the Blind Inc?
- Edward Moller serves as Chief Financial Officer.
- Where is Carroll Center for the Blind Inc located?
- Headquartered in Newton, MA, United States.
- What is Carroll Center for the Blind Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10M-$100M. 60% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Carroll Center for the Blind Inc trustworthy?
- Carroll Center for the Blind 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 Carroll Center for the Blind Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 042106173.
- What is Carroll Center for the Blind Inc's website?
- http://www.carroll.org