Creative Connections Inc
An international cultural education organization that creates and facilitates arts-based exchanges between classrooms in the USA and their peers around the world. Its programs for grades three to …
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Mission
An international cultural education organization that creates and facilitates arts-based exchanges between classrooms in the USA and their peers around the world. Its programs for grades three to twelve educate young people by encouraging their awareness, understanding and appreciation of other cultures as well as their own.
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· vs. 8 similar environment in United StatesConcerns
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Creative Connections Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 90% of the 30,143 environment charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- 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 + methodologyCreative Connections Inc is a registered environment nonprofit based in Norwalk, CT, 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 133697184. 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 $375K in annual revenue. 25 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Creative Connections Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 133697184. 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.
Creative Connections 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. The charity allocates 75% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in United States is 90/100.
Creative Connections Inc is located in Norwalk, CT, United States. The organization was established in 1992 and has been active for 34 years. Its registered address is 303 West Ave, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Creative Connections Inc has $375K in annual revenue. It allocates 75% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 72% for environment charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Creative Connections Inc is classified as an Environment organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). It has $375K in annual revenue. The organization has 25 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Creative Connections 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, Creative Connections 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 75% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 72%). 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.
True North: A Unique Fundraising Event! 5/14TIME TO APPLY: View Global Voices-ArtLink Program HIGHLIGHTShttps://creativeconnections.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Mobile-HomePage-Blur.mp4 Empowering student voices globally Our dynamic programming connects and empowers students around the world through the transforming power of art and ideas. EXPLORE PROGRAMS APPLY GV-ARTLINK Empowering student voices globally Our dynamic programming connects and empowers students around the worldthrough the tran Creative Connections Inc is classified as an environment organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1992.
Among environment charities registered in United States: It allocates 75% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 72%. Its annual revenue of $375K is below the peer average of $2M.
Yes, donations to Creative Connections Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Creative Connections Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 133697184, 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.
CREATIVE CONNECTIONS 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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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (9)
Source: Public filings
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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 - 25 disclosed in the public registry.
- 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 · 25 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 Creative Connections Inc
- What is Creative Connections Inc?
- Creative Connections Inc is a environment supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Norwalk, United States. True North: A Unique Fundraising Event! 5/14TIME TO APPLY: View Global Voices-ArtLink Program HIGHLIGHTShttps://creativeconnections.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Mobile-HomePage-Blur.mp4 Empowering student voices globally Our dynamic programming connects and empowers students around the world through the transforming power of art and ideas. EXPLORE PROGRAMS APPLY GV-ARTLINK Empowering student voices globally Our dynamic programming connects and empowers students around the worldthrough the tran
- When was Creative Connections Inc founded?
- Creative Connections Inc was founded in 1992.
- Who leads Creative Connections Inc?
- Alan Steckler serves as President.
- Where is Creative Connections Inc located?
- Headquartered in Norwalk, CT, United States.
- What is Creative Connections Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 75% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Creative Connections Inc trustworthy?
- Creative Connections 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 Creative Connections Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 133697184.
- What is Creative Connections Inc's website?
- https://www.creativeconnections.org