Caldera
EIN: 943235649 · Portland, OR · NTEE: O20
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $4.7M |
| Total Expenses | $3.3M |
| Net Assets | $26.3M |
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Caldera Form 990, Revenue, CEO Pay, and IRS Filing Signals
Caldera is surfaced here as a decision-ready nonprofit financial profile, not just a charity listing. The page consolidates IRS Form 990 revenue, expenses, assets, tax-exempt classification, executive compensation, mission score, red flags, and year-by-year filing history so donors, researchers, journalists, and grant teams can answer the common search questions around Caldera in one place.
Form 990 Filing Summary
14 filing years are available, with latest revenue of $3.5M and expenses of $3.3M.
Revenue and Expenses
Caldera reported $3.5M in revenue and $3.3M in expenses, a surplus of $189K.
Executive Compensation
Officer, director, trustee, and key employee pay is reviewed from IRS 990 compensation disclosures when present.
Charity Score and Red Flags
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Is Caldera Legit?
Insufficient Data
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Where the Money Comes From and Where It Goes
Revenue Source Mix
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Expense Deployment
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Across stored filings, Caldera shows contribution history pending. Next enrichment targets: revenue-source fields, functional expense detail, IRS BMF classification, AI synthesis.
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| Decision Lens | Signal | What to Inspect Next |
|---|---|---|
| Legitimacy | Insufficient Data | Good filing record; no red flags identified |
| Mission spend | Pending | Unknown |
| Financial durability | Grade A | 14 stored filing years |
| Peer context | Compare with River Restoration Northwest Inc | Oregon and Category O context |
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About Caldera
Caldera (EIN: 943235649) is a nonprofit organization based in Portland, OR, classified under NTEE code O20. The organization reported total revenue of $4.7M and total assets of $33.4M according to its most recent IRS 990 filing. This transparency report provides an AI-powered analysis of Caldera's financial health, spending patterns, executive compensation, and overall mission effectiveness based on publicly available IRS data.
Organization Overview
Caldera is a mid-size nonprofit that has been operating for 30 years, with 14 years of IRS 990 filings on record (2010–2023). Revenue has grown at a compound annual rate of 2.6%.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
| Total Revenue | $3.5M |
| Total Expenses | $3.3M |
| Surplus / Deficit | +$189K |
| Total Assets | $26.6M |
| Total Liabilities | $318K |
| Net Assets | $26.3M |
| Operating Margin | 5.4% |
| Debt-to-Asset Ratio | 1.2% |
| Months of Reserves | 96.8 months |
Financial Health Grade: A
In 2023, Caldera reported a surplus of $189K with revenue exceeding expenses, holds 96.8 months of operating reserves (strong position), has a debt-to-asset ratio of 1.2% (very low leverage).
Financial Trends
Over 14 years of filings (2010–2023), Caldera's revenue has grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.6%.
| Year | Revenue Change | Expense Change | Asset Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | +57.2% | +19.3% | +4.8% |
| 2022 | +20.5% | +19.3% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | -38.6% | -2.8% | +6.1% |
| 2020 | -23.3% | +1.7% | +5.8% |
| 2019 | +29.1% | -4.1% | +10.3% |
IRS Tax-Exempt Classification
| IRS Classification Codes | 1000 |
| IRS Ruling Date | 1996 |
Classification data from ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Additional BMF data may be available after enrichment.
AI Analysis Pending
AI enrichment for Caldera has not yet been completed. Basic IRS 990 data is shown below. Check back later for a full transparency report including a Mission Score, spending breakdown, executive compensation analysis, and red flags assessment.
Mission Effectiveness Score
NonprofitSpending's AI analysis rates Caldera with a Mission Score of 0 out of 100 (Very Poor). This score reflects the organization's overall financial transparency, program spending efficiency, and governance indicators derived from IRS 990 public filings.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
- The organization reported a surplus of $189K, with revenue exceeding expenses.
- Debt-to-asset ratio: 1.2%.
Frequently Asked Questions about Caldera
Is Caldera a legitimate charity?
Caldera (EIN: 943235649) is a registered tax-exempt nonprofit based in Oregon. It has 14 years of IRS 990 filings on record. Total revenue: $4.7M. No red flags identified. Financial health grade: A.
How does Caldera spend its money?
Caldera reported $4.7M in total revenue in IRS 990 filings. 14 years of filing data available. Revenue exceeded expenses in the most recent year. Review the full spending breakdown on NonprofitSpending.
Are donations to Caldera tax-deductible?
Caldera is registered as a tax-exempt nonprofit (EIN: 943235649). Donations to most 501(c)(3) organizations are tax-deductible. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Where is Caldera located?
Caldera is headquartered in Portland, Oregon and files with the IRS under EIN 943235649. It is classified under NTEE code O20.
How many years of IRS 990 filings does Caldera have?
Caldera has 14 years of IRS 990 filings on record at NonprofitSpending. This extensive filing history provides a strong basis for evaluating long-term financial trends. The most recent filing shows $4.7M in total revenue.
Filing History
IRS 990 filing history for Caldera showing financial trends over 14 years of public records:
Over 14 years of IRS 990 filings (2010–2023), Caldera's revenue has grown by 38.9%, moving from $2.5M to $3.5M. Total assets increased by 83.5% over the same period, from $14.5M to $26.6M. Total functional expenses rose by 76.1%, from $1.9M to $3.3M. In its most recent filing year (2023), Caldera reported a surplus of $189K, with revenue exceeding expenses. The organization holds $318K in liabilities against $26.6M in assets (debt-to-asset ratio: 1.2%), resulting in net assets of $26.3M.
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Liabilities | Officer Comp. % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.5M | $3.3M | $26.6M | $318K | — | View 990 |
| 2022 | $2.2M | $2.8M | $25.4M | $202K | — | View 990 |
| 2021 | $1.8M | $2.3M | $26.6M | $106K | — | View 990 |
| 2020 | $3.0M | $2.4M | $25.1M | $267K | — | View 990 |
| 2019 | $3.9M | $2.3M | $23.7M | $49K | — | View 990 |
| 2018 | $3.0M | $2.4M | $21.5M | $84K | — | View 990 |
| 2017 | $3.2M | $2.6M | $20.5M | $109K | — | View 990 |
| 2016 | $2.9M | $2.5M | $19.4M | $74K | — | View 990 |
| 2015 | $3.4M | $2.2M | $19.0M | $48K | — | View 990 |
| 2014 | $2.3M | $2.4M | $18.0M | $87K | — | View 990 |
| 2013 | $2.9M | $2.0M | $17.6M | $208K | — | View 990 |
| 2012 | $3.0M | $1.9M | $16.4M | $211K | — | View 990 |
| 2011 | $2.0M | $930K | $15.4M | $222K | — | View 990 |
| 2010 | $2.5M | $1.9M | $14.5M | $370K | — | View 990 |
Year-by-Year Financial Summary
- 2023: Revenue of $3.5M, expenses of $3.3M, and assets of $26.6M (revenue +57.2% year-over-year).
- 2022: Revenue of $2.2M, expenses of $2.8M, and assets of $25.4M (revenue +20.5% year-over-year).
- 2021: Revenue of $1.8M, expenses of $2.3M, and assets of $26.6M (revenue -38.6% year-over-year).
- 2020: Revenue of $3.0M, expenses of $2.4M, and assets of $25.1M (revenue -23.3% year-over-year).
- 2019: Revenue of $3.9M, expenses of $2.3M, and assets of $23.7M (revenue +29.1% year-over-year).
- 2018: Revenue of $3.0M, expenses of $2.4M, and assets of $21.5M (revenue -4.0% year-over-year).
- 2017: Revenue of $3.2M, expenses of $2.6M, and assets of $20.5M (revenue +7.4% year-over-year).
- 2016: Revenue of $2.9M, expenses of $2.5M, and assets of $19.4M (revenue -14.4% year-over-year).
- 2015: Revenue of $3.4M, expenses of $2.2M, and assets of $19.0M (revenue +47.2% year-over-year).
- 2014: Revenue of $2.3M, expenses of $2.4M, and assets of $18.0M (revenue -20.3% year-over-year).
- 2013: Revenue of $2.9M, expenses of $2.0M, and assets of $17.6M (revenue -1.3% year-over-year).
- 2012: Revenue of $3.0M, expenses of $1.9M, and assets of $16.4M (revenue +50.9% year-over-year).
- 2011: Revenue of $2.0M, expenses of $930K, and assets of $15.4M (revenue -21.8% year-over-year).
- 2010: Revenue of $2.5M, expenses of $1.9M, and assets of $14.5M.
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Data Sources and Methodology
This transparency report for Caldera is generated by NonprofitSpending's AI analysis engine. The data is sourced from publicly available IRS 990 filings accessed through the ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer API and IRS electronic filing records. The Mission Score, spending breakdown, and other analytical insights are produced by artificial intelligence and should be used as one of multiple factors when evaluating a nonprofit organization.
IRS 990 forms are annual information returns that most tax-exempt organizations must file with the IRS. These forms provide detailed financial information including revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, and compensation of officers. NonprofitSpending processes this data to provide accessible transparency reports for donors, researchers, and the general public.
Disclaimer
AI-generated analysis based on IRS public records. Not financial or legal advice. Verify information directly with the organization.