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As a local charity igniting potential since 1877, we believe everyone deserves the chance to shine. We offer a wide range of programs and...
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· vs. 8 similar education in CanadaConcerns
· None foundWhere every C$1 goes
· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the CRA.
- Established in 1877, it is among the oldest education charities in Canada GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 94% of the 7,926 education charities in Canada with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 71 places it in the top 1% of the 8,619 education charities in Canada GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyYMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is a registered education nonprofit based in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It was founded in 1877 and has been operating for 149 years. Its registration number is 119074995RR0001. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registered-charity status with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), which means it can issue official donation receipts and files annual T3010 returns with the regulator. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 71/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$13M in annual revenue. 15 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce's official registration number is 119074995RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71/100. 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 71 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 91% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in Canada is 71/100.
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is located in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada. The organization was established in 1877 and has been active for 149 years. Its registered address is 700 10Th Street East, Canada.
Based on official tax filings, YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce has C$13M in annual revenue. It allocates 91% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 72% for education charities in Canada. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is classified as an Education organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has C$13M in annual revenue. The organization has 15 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce. 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, YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce holds registered-charity status with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), which means it can issue official donation receipts and files annual T3010 returns with the regulator. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It reports that 91% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 72%). 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.
As a local charity igniting potential since 1877, we believe everyone deserves the chance to shine. We offer a wide range of programs and... YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is classified as an education organization registered in Canada. The organization was founded in 1877.
Among education charities registered in Canada: It allocates 91% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 72%. Its annual revenue of C$13M is comparable to the peer average of C$10M.
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is a registered charity in Canada. Donations to registered Canadian charities are eligible for tax credits on your federal and provincial income tax returns. The federal credit is 15% on the first $200 and 29% on amounts above $200. Keep your official donation receipt for tax filing.
Filing history
1 year on file from CRA (Canada) (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Canadian donations are deductible if YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is registered in Canada. 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.
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is registered in Canada. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
Always confirm tax treatment with the charity directly or your tax advisor before donating.
Leadership
From FY2023 filing
Officers & trustees (15)
Source: Public filings
15 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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9 articles found
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YMCA Owen Sound Grey Bruce accepting peace medal nominations - CollingwoodToday.ca
Tues July 29 - Local News & This Week's Events - The Owen Sound Current
YMCA Grey Bruce celebrates opening of new home - CollingwoodToday.ca
City renews agreement with YMCA for 20 years - Owen Sound Sun Times
YMCA Owen Sound Grey Bruce Receives $15K Community Grant - Bayshore Broadcasting News Centre
YMCA Owen Sound Grey Bruce needs help - CollingwoodToday.ca
36 New Grey Bruce Personal Support Workers Celebrate Graduation - Bayshore Broadcasting News Centre
YMCA Owen Sound Grey Bruce Opts Into Canada-Wide Early Learning Child Care System - Bayshore Broadcasting News Centre
Local Black woman who organized march earns Peace Medal - Owen Sound Sun Times
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities
- Financial filings
- CRA T3010 Registered Charity Information Returns - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities - 15 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
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 · 15 officers on file
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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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 · 1877
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce
- What is YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce?
- YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is a education charitable organization based in Owen Sound, Canada. As a local charity igniting potential since 1877, we believe everyone deserves the chance to shine. We offer a wide range of programs and...
- When was YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce founded?
- YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce was founded in 1877.
- Where is YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce located?
- Headquartered in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada.
- What is YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$10M-C$100M. 91% of expenses go to program services.
- Is YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce trustworthy?
- YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71 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 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce's registration number?
- Registration: 119074995RR0001 (Canada).
- What is YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce's website?
- https://www.ymcaowensound.on.ca
- Are donations to YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Canada under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.