Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Growing revenue
Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, registered in 1957, with $148,515 in FY2025 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
131 Old Lancaster Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004 EIN 23-1352028 Since 1957
Revenue (FY2025)
$149K
▼ 18.4% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2025)
$135K
Net assets
$332K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
★★★★
Rated on 2 of 4 criteria — the rest aren't reported in this filing type.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating30 mo reserves · +9% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library: 30 mo reserves · +9% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 131 Old Lancaster Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004
- City
- Bala Cynwyd
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Libraries
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue declined from $174K (FY2010) to $149K (FY2025) across 16 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2025)
Liabilities $0Net assets $332K
Operating margin
9.0%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$332K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$332K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $148,515▼18.4% | $135,125▼4.5% | $332,491▲8.1% | $332,491▲8.1% | 990EZ |
| 2024 | $182,090▲21.7% | $141,469▲4.9% | $307,564▲14.8% | $307,564▲14.8% | 990EZ |
| 2023 | $149,659▲35.0% | $134,918▲13.7% | $268,021▲5.4% | $268,021▲5.4% | 990EZ |
| 2022 | $110,892▼31.9% | $118,684▼3.5% | $254,171▲159% | $254,171▼9.6% | 990EZ |
| 2021 | $162,956▲51.9% | $122,996▲85.3% | $98,309▲68.5% | $281,270▲16.6% | 990EZ |
| 2020 | $107,313▼18.5% | $66,364▼57.3% | $58,349▼64.2% | $241,310▲48.1% | 990EZ |
| 2019 | $131,699▼18.2% | $155,499▲11.2% | $162,953▼0.2% | $162,953▼0.2% | 990EZ |
| 2018 | $160,986▲20.0% | $139,791▼2.1% | $163,309▲9.7% | $163,309▲9.7% | 990EZ |
| 2017 | $134,145▲3.0% | $142,855▲6.0% | $148,839▲2.6% | $148,839▲2.6% | 990EZ |
| 2016 | $130,273▲2.9% | $134,766▼1.4% | $145,108▲0.9% | $145,108▲0.9% | 990EZ |
| 2015 | $126,635▲0.7% | $136,682▼6.0% | $143,882▼7.4% | $143,882▼7.4% | 990EZ |
| 2014 | $125,740▲35.1% | $145,372▼0.9% | $155,438▼8.2% | $155,438▼10.4% | 990EZ |
| 2013 | $93,039▲56.9% | $146,637▲152% | $169,252▼20.4% | $173,442▼19.9% | 990EZ |
| 2012 | $59,298▼61.7% | $58,277▼63.1% | $212,531▲2.9% | $216,411▲4.8% | 990EZ |
| 2011 | $154,863▼10.8% | $157,923▲18.0% | $206,515▼0.8% | $206,515▼0.8% | 990EZ |
| 2010 | $173,649 | $133,865 | $208,100 | $208,100 | 990EZ |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $11K total
1 grant to Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library totaling $11K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Education | 2023 | $11,150 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 23-1352028, based in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library's EIN?
- Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 23-1352028.
- How much revenue does Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library report?
- Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library reported $148,515 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2025 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library have?
- CharityIndex grades Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Bala-cynwyd Memorial Library (EIN 23-1352028) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.