Paddle for Peace
Paddle for peace is driven by the mission to provide equitable access to coastal environments, particularly for bipoc (black, indigenous, and people of color) and underserved communities. We …
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Visit www.paddleforpeace.orgAbout Paddle for Peace
A non profit dedicated to diversifying our coast through ocean conservation education, ocean play and surf lessons.
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Mission
Paddle for peace is driven by the mission to provide equitable access to coastal environments, particularly for bipoc (black, indigenous, and people of color) and underserved communities. We recognize the importance of creating inclusive spaces that allow everyone to experience the beauty and wonder of the ocean.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyPaddle for Peace is a registered environment nonprofit based in San Diego, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2021 and has been operating for 5 years. Its EIN is 863154307. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 91/100 for environment charities in United States. The organization reports $297K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
Paddle for Peace has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100. 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 68 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 81% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in United States is 91/100.
Paddle for Peace is located in San Diego, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2021 and has been active for 5 years.
Based on official tax filings, Paddle for Peace has $297K in annual revenue. It allocates 81% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 91% 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.
Paddle for Peace is classified as a Environment organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $297K in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for Paddle for Peace. 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.
Paddle for Peace has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. 81% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 91%. Visit the Paddle for Peace profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
A non profit dedicated to diversifying our coast through ocean conservation education, ocean play and surf lessons. Paddle for Peace is classified as a environment organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2021.
Among environment charities registered in United States: Paddle for Peace's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100 is below the peer average of 91/100. It allocates 81% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $297K is below the peer average of $2M.
Yes, donations to Paddle for Peace are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Paddle for Peace is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 863154307, 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.
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2 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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PADDLE FOR PEACE 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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Quick facts about Paddle for Peace
- What is Paddle for Peace?
- Paddle for Peace is a environment publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in San Diego, United States. A non profit dedicated to diversifying our coast through ocean conservation education, ocean play and surf lessons.
- When was Paddle for Peace founded?
- Paddle for Peace was founded in 2021.
- Who leads Paddle for Peace?
- Marisa Bell serves as CEO.
- Where is Paddle for Peace located?
- Headquartered in San Diego, United States.
- What is Paddle for Peace's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 81% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Paddle for Peace trustworthy?
- Paddle for Peace has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68 out of 100 (Partial 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 Paddle for Peace's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 863154307.
- What is Paddle for Peace's website?
- http://www.paddleforpeace.org