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Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc

As a charitable organization exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, the Vineyard Power Development Fund, Inc., (VPDF) is a mission-driven nonprofit located on the island …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
75/100 · methodology

About Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc

Established Energy Transition Program The Energy Transition Program is a community-driven effort to help our island achieve its renewable energy goals through direct engagement with residents, businesses, the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), municipalities, and environmental justice communities in the transition to a renewable energy future. The program confronts the climate crisis across five main areas of focus: renewable energy generation, strategic electrification, energy efficiency, resiliency, and equity. VPDF hired an Energy Transition Coordinator under this programmatic effort to support community outreach, engagement, education, technology, and partnership development. VPDF also established a network of Energy Coaches to support island residents in the transition to a renewable energy future through in-kind one-on-one educational consultations, and developed a new website that …

Founded
Headquarters
Vineyard Haven, MA
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
T20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2022

Mission

As a charitable organization exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, the Vineyard Power Development Fund, Inc., (VPDF) is a mission-driven nonprofit located on the island of Martha's Vineyard that operates in the furtherance of the following mission and vision statements: Our mission is to foster the production of electricity from local, renewable resources while enhancing resiliency at our community's critical facilities and ensuring equitable access for all residents and businesses. Our vision for the island is to be 100% renewable in electricity, transportation, and heating by 2040.

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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar advocacy & civil rights in United States
Program spending This charity: 84%
Peer average: 80%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 3.27%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 75
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

· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)
$0.84
Program$0.84
84% to programs beats the peer average (80%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

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GiveRadar's verified records show Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc with a complete profile, sourced from the IRS.

  • 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
  • Its integrity score of 75 places it in the top 10% of the 128,026 advocacy & civil rights charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
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  • government registration
  • financial records (3 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
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Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc is a registered advocacy & civil rights nonprofit based in Vineyard Haven, MA, 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 872762989. 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 75/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $838K in annual revenue. 17 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 872762989. 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.

Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75/100. 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 75 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 84% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for advocacy & civil rights charities in United States is 90/100.

Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc is located in Vineyard Haven, MA, United States. The organization was established in 2021 and has been active for 5 years.

Based on official tax filings, Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc has $838K in annual revenue. It allocates 84% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 80% for advocacy & civil rights charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $4M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc is classified as an Advocacy & Civil Rights organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $838K in annual revenue. The organization has 17 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Vineyard Power Development Fund 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, Vineyard Power Development Fund 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 84% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 80%). 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.

Established Energy Transition Program The Energy Transition Program is a community-driven effort to help our island achieve its renewable energy goals through direct engagement with residents, businesses, the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), municipalities, and environmental justice communities in the transition to a renewable energy future. The program confronts the climate crisis across five main areas of focus: renewable energy generation, strategic electrification, energy efficiency, resiliency, and equity. VPDF hired an Energy Transition Coordinator under this programmatic effort to support community outreach, engagement, education, technology, and partnership development. VPDF also established a network of Energy Coaches to support island residents in the transition to a renewable energy future through... Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc is classified as an advocacy & civil rights organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2021.

Among advocacy & civil rights charities registered in United States: It allocates 84% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 80%. Its annual revenue of $838K is below the peer average of $4M.

Yes, donations to Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 872762989, 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
84% to programs
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Filing history

3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Taxes

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Staff & volunteers

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Employees
8

Leadership

From FY2023 filing

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Richard A••••
President

Officers & trustees (6)

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$0.8M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2021
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 this charity 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

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 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 17 disclosed in the public registry.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we know and don't know

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

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2023 on record
  • Named leadership · 17 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • 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 · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc

What is Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc?
Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc is a advocacy & civil rights supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Vineyard Haven, United States. Established Energy Transition Program The Energy Transition Program is a community-driven effort to help our island achieve its renewable energy goals through direct engagement with residents, businesses, the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), municipalities, and environmental justice communities in the transition to a renewable energy future. The program confronts the climate crisis across five main areas of focus: renewable energy generation, strategic electrification, energy efficiency, resiliency, and equity. VPDF hired an Energy Transition Coordinator under this programmatic effort to support community outreach, engagement, education, technology, and partnership development. VPDF also established a network of Energy Coaches to support island residents in the transition to a renewable energy future through in-kind one-on-one educational consultations, and developed a new website that serves as a resource for residents and business to engage in the energy transition. Finally, VPDF applied successfully to become a Community First Partner (CFP) with Mass Save. VPDF, in its role as a CFP, anticipates that it will increase overall participation in Mass Save Energy Efficiency programs by increasing island-based capacity to perform Home Energy Assessments from 600 assessments/year to an estimated 1000+ assessments/year and increasing island-based capacity to conduct weatherization and HVAC work by recruiting local contractors. 2. Successfully Assumed Responsibilities Under Community Benefits Agreements with Vineyard Wind and Park City Wind VPDF was assigned the responsibilities outlined in Community Benefits Agreements with Vineyard Wind 1 LLC and Park City Wind LLC to conduct education, outreach, and communication in support of offshore wind development in two offshore wind areas, under the conditions that the benefits of such projects remain in the island community. VPDF anticipates that our charitable work under the Community Benefits Agreements will result in
When was Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc founded?
Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc was founded in 2021.
Who leads Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc?
Richard Andre serves as President.
Where is Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc located?
Headquartered in Vineyard Haven, MA, United States.
What is Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 84% of expenses go to program services.
Is Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc trustworthy?
Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75 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 Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 872762989.
What is Vineyard Power Development Fund Inc's website?
http://www.vineyardpower.com