Clive E Cussler Foundation
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves
Clive E Cussler Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Hghlnds Ranch, Colorado, registered in 2002, with $37,046 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it D.
8871 Ridgeline Blvd Ste 150, Hghlnds Ranch, CO, 80129 EIN 71-0906976 Since 2002
Revenue (FY2024)
$37K
▼ 12.1% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2024)
$53K
Net assets
$633K
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.
D
—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 Clive E Cussler Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DFinancial health25% of the rating145 mo reserves · -42% 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 Clive E Cussler Foundation: 145 mo reserves · -42% margin earns a D 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 Clive E Cussler Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DTransparency10% of the rating1 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 Clive E Cussler Foundation: 1 of 5 disclosure signals earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 8871 Ridgeline Blvd Ste 150, Hghlnds Ranch, CO, 80129
- City
- Hghlnds Ranch
- State
- Colorado
- Subcategory
- Private Foundations
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $29K (FY2013) to $37K (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $633K
Operating margin
-41.7%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$633K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$633K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $37,046▼12.1% | $52,500▼3.8% | $632,539▼2.4% | $632,539▼2.4% | 990PF |
| 2023 | $42,152▲49.9% | $54,548▼2.5% | $647,993▼1.9% | $647,993▼1.9% | 990PF |
| 2022 | $28,118▼28.2% | $55,925▲11.9% | $660,389▼4.0% | $660,389▼4.0% | 990PF |
| 2021 | $39,175▲145% | $49,965▲6.6% | $688,196▼1.5% | $688,196▼1.5% | 990PF |
| 2020 | $15,989▼51.2% | $46,873▼18.3% | $698,986▼4.2% | $698,986▼4.2% | 990PF |
| 2019 | $32,765▲41.4% | $57,349▲36.7% | $729,870▼3.3% | $729,870▼3.3% | 990PF |
| 2018 | $23,173▲15.2% | $41,961▼16.3% | $754,454▼2.4% | $754,454▼2.4% | 990PF |
| 2017 | $20,114▲296% | $50,127▲297% | $773,242▼3.7% | $773,242▼3.7% | 990PF |
| 2016 | -$10,256▼140% | $12,611▲5.8% | $803,255▼2.8% | $803,255▼2.8% | 990PF |
| 2015 | $25,376▼79.7% | $11,918▼8.1% | $826,122▲1.7% | $826,122▲1.7% | 990PF |
| 2014 | $125,197▲333% | $12,966▲14.2% | $812,664▲16.0% | $812,664▲16.0% | 990PF |
| 2013 | $28,910 | $11,353▼38.1% | $700,433▲2.6% | $700,433▲2.6% | 990PF |
| 2012 | — | $18,346▲75.3% | $682,876▲3.0% | $682,876▲3.0% | 990PF |
| 2011 | — | $10,463 | $662,918 | $662,918 | 990PF |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Clive E Cussler Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Clive E Cussler Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 71-0906976, based in Hghlnds Ranch, Colorado. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Clive E Cussler Foundation's EIN?
- Clive E Cussler Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 71-0906976.
- How much revenue does Clive E Cussler Foundation report?
- Clive E Cussler Foundation reported $37,046 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Clive E Cussler Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades Clive E Cussler Foundation D, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Clive E Cussler Foundation (EIN 71-0906976) 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.