Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc
Enhance the quality of life of individuals with down syndrome by fostering family engagement, encouraging connections and providing information while promoting inclusion, acceptance and awareness of individuals with …
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Mission
Enhance the quality of life of individuals with down syndrome by fostering family engagement, encouraging connections and providing information while promoting inclusion, acceptance and awareness of individuals with down syndrome.
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· vs. 8 similar charities in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar holds 6 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2025 - a deeper filing history than 90% of the 584,479 charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 91% of the 1,276,615 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. Explore United States
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 86% of comparable charities. See the sources
- government registration
- financial records (6 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyDown Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc is a registered nonprofit based in Los Angeles, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1976 and has been operating for 50 years. Its EIN is 510198569. 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 $158K in annual revenue. 48 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 510198569. 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.
Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles 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 charities in United States is 90/100.
Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc is located in Los Angeles, CA, United States. The organization was established in 1976 and has been active for 50 years.
Based on official tax filings, Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc has $158K in annual revenue. It allocates 37% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 77% for charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc. 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, Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles 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 37% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 77%). 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.
Supporting the Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles is one of the best investments you can make. No matter the size, every gift helps DSALA fulfill its mission. Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc is registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1976.
Yes, donations to Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 510198569, 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
6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): 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.
DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF LOS ANGELES 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 FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (18)
Source: Public filings
18 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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3 articles found
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Activity timeline
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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 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 48 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
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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 · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 48 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 · 1976
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc
- What is Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc?
- Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc is a supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Los Angeles, United States. Supporting the Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles is one of the best investments you can make. No matter the size, every gift helps DSALA fulfill its mission.
- When was Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc founded?
- Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc was founded in 1976.
- Who leads Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc?
- Wayne Geffen serves as CFO.
- Where is Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc located?
- Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, United States.
- What is Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 37% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc trustworthy?
- Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles 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 Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 510198569.
- What is Down Syndrome Association of los Angeles Inc's website?
- http://www.dsala.org