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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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70
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
70/100 · methodology

About Paddle for Peace

A non profit dedicated to diversifying our coast through ocean conservation education, ocean play and surf lessons.

Founded
Headquarters
San Diego, CA
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
C01
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2021

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.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar environment in United States
Program spending This charity: 81%
Peer average: 72%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 70
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for IRS revocation history, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.81
Program$0.81
81% to programs beats the peer average (72%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Paddle for Peace has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.

  • GiveRadar's profile for Paddle for Peace draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical environment charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (2 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • 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 + methodology

Paddle 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. 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 70/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $297K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.

Paddle for Peace's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 863154307. 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.

Paddle for Peace has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70/100. 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 70 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. 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 90/100.

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 above 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.

Paddle for Peace is classified as an 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.

According to GiveRadar's records, Paddle for Peace 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 81% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 72%). 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.

A non profit dedicated to diversifying our coast through ocean conservation education, ocean play and surf lessons. Paddle for Peace is classified as an environment organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2021.

Among environment charities registered in United States: It allocates 81% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 72%. 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.

Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
81% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

2 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023.
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Taxes

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
3

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

MA
Marisa B•••
CEO

Officers & trustees (1)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

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No recent news coverage found

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2023
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
Environment this charity 30,143
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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 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 1 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 9
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 1 officer on file
  • 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 · 2021
Not available · 2
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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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, CA, 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 70 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 Paddle for Peace's registration number?
IRS EIN: 863154307.
What is Paddle for Peace's website?
http://www.paddleforpeace.org