Palmer Public Library Association
To be a significant resource center by providing a high quality collection of books, materials and internet access and an offering of useful and interesting programs and speakers …
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Palmer Public Library Association is a education organization based in PALMER, United States. Annual revenue: $888K. EIN: 271884169.
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Mission
To be a significant resource center by providing a high quality collection of books, materials and internet access and an offering of useful and interesting programs and speakers to the residents of palmer and the surrounding communities.
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· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
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· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Palmer Public Library Association has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1919, it is among the oldest education charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable charities, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Palmer Public Library Association draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical education charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyPalmer Public Library Association is a registered education nonprofit based in Palmer, MA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1919 and has been operating for 107 years. Its EIN is 271884169. 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 68/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $966K in annual revenue. 68 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Palmer Public Library Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 271884169. 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.
Palmer Public Library Association 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 82% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
Palmer Public Library Association is located in Palmer, MA, United States. The organization was established in 1919 and has been active for 107 years.
Based on official tax filings, Palmer Public Library Association has $966K in annual revenue. It allocates 82% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 74% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Palmer Public Library Association is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $966K in annual revenue. The organization has 68 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Palmer Public Library Association. 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, Palmer Public Library Association 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 82% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). 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.
Palmer Public Library Association is a education organization based in PALMER, United States. Annual revenue: $888K. EIN: 271884169. Palmer Public Library Association is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1919.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 82% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $966K is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Palmer Public Library Association are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Palmer Public Library Association is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 271884169, 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
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): 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.
PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION 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 FY2023 filing
Officers & trustees (18)
Source: Public filings
18 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 68 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 · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 68 officers on file
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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 · 1919
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Palmer Public Library Association
- What is Palmer Public Library Association?
- Palmer Public Library Association is a education publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Palmer, United States. Palmer Public Library Association is a education organization based in PALMER, United States. Annual revenue: $888K. EIN: 271884169.
- When was Palmer Public Library Association founded?
- Palmer Public Library Association was founded in 1919.
- Who leads Palmer Public Library Association?
- Sara Menard serves as Treasurer.
- Where is Palmer Public Library Association located?
- Headquartered in Palmer, MA, United States.
- What is Palmer Public Library Association's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 82% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Palmer Public Library Association trustworthy?
- Palmer Public Library Association 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 Palmer Public Library Association's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 271884169.
- What is Palmer Public Library Association's website?
- http://www.palmer.lib.ma.us