Marathon Initiative
EIN: 850983902 · Washington, DC · NTEE: Q05
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $842K |
| Total Expenses | $1.3M |
| Net Assets | $311K |
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Marathon Initiative Form 990, Revenue, CEO Pay, and IRS Filing Signals
Marathon Initiative 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 Marathon Initiative in one place.
Form 990 Filing Summary
4 filing years are available, with latest revenue of $1.1M and expenses of $1.3M.
Revenue and Expenses
Marathon Initiative reported $1.1M in revenue and $1.3M in expenses, a deficit of $232K.
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 Marathon Initiative 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, Marathon Initiative 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 B | 4 stored filing years |
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About Marathon Initiative
Marathon Initiative (EIN: 850983902) is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC, classified under NTEE code Q05. The organization reported total revenue of $842K and total assets of $166K according to its most recent IRS 990 filing. This transparency report provides an AI-powered analysis of Marathon Initiative's financial health, spending patterns, executive compensation, and overall mission effectiveness based on publicly available IRS data.
Organization Overview
Marathon Initiative is a small nonprofit that has been operating for 6 years, with 4 years of IRS 990 filings on record (2020–2023). Revenue has grown at a compound annual rate of 52.8%.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
| Total Revenue | $1.1M |
| Total Expenses | $1.3M |
| Surplus / Deficit | $-232,321 |
| Total Assets | $362K |
| Total Liabilities | $51K |
| Net Assets | $311K |
| Operating Margin | -21.6% |
| Debt-to-Asset Ratio | 14.0% |
| Months of Reserves | 3.3 months |
Financial Health Grade: B
In 2023, Marathon Initiative reported a deficit of $232K with expenses exceeding revenue, holds 3.3 months of operating reserves (adequate), has a debt-to-asset ratio of 14.0% (very low leverage).
Financial Trends
Over 4 years of filings (2020–2023), Marathon Initiative's revenue has grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 52.8%.
| Year | Revenue Change | Expense Change | Asset Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | -11.4% | +15.7% | -10.3% |
| 2022 | -22.8% | -9.7% | +26.1% |
| 2021 | +421.5% | +351.3% | +1231.6% |
IRS Tax-Exempt Classification
| IRS Classification Codes | 2000 |
| IRS Ruling Date | 2020 |
Classification data from ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Additional BMF data may be available after enrichment.
AI Analysis Pending
AI enrichment for Marathon Initiative 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 Marathon Initiative 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 deficit of $232K, with expenses exceeding revenue.
- Debt-to-asset ratio: 14.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marathon Initiative
Is Marathon Initiative a legitimate charity?
Marathon Initiative (EIN: 850983902) is a registered tax-exempt nonprofit based in Washington DC. It has 4 years of IRS 990 filings on record. Total revenue: $842K. No red flags identified. Financial health grade: B.
How does Marathon Initiative spend its money?
Marathon Initiative reported $842K in total revenue in IRS 990 filings. 4 years of filing data available. Expenses exceeded revenue in the most recent year. Review the full spending breakdown on NonprofitSpending.
Are donations to Marathon Initiative tax-deductible?
Marathon Initiative is registered as a tax-exempt nonprofit (EIN: 850983902). Donations to most 501(c)(3) organizations are tax-deductible. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Where is Marathon Initiative located?
Marathon Initiative is headquartered in Washington, Washington DC and files with the IRS under EIN 850983902. It is classified under NTEE code Q05.
How many years of IRS 990 filings does Marathon Initiative have?
Marathon Initiative has 4 years of IRS 990 filings on record at NonprofitSpending. Additional filing years may become available as the IRS releases new data. The most recent filing shows $842K in total revenue.
Filing History
IRS 990 filing history for Marathon Initiative showing financial trends over 4 years of public records:
Over 4 years of IRS 990 filings (2020–2023), Marathon Initiative's revenue has grown by 256.6%, moving from $301K to $1.1M. Total assets increased by 1406.6% over the same period, from $24K to $362K. Total functional expenses rose by 371.4%, from $277K to $1.3M. In its most recent filing year (2023), Marathon Initiative reported a deficit of $232K, with expenses exceeding revenue. The organization holds $51K in liabilities against $362K in assets (debt-to-asset ratio: 14.0%), resulting in net assets of $311K.
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Liabilities | Officer Comp. % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1M | $1.3M | $362K | $51K | — | — |
| 2022 | $1.2M | $1.1M | $403K | $0 | — | View 990 |
| 2021 | $1.6M | $1.3M | $320K | $0 | — | View 990 |
| 2020 | $301K | $277K | $24K | $0 | — | — |
Year-by-Year Financial Summary
- 2023: Revenue of $1.1M, expenses of $1.3M, and assets of $362K (revenue -11.4% year-over-year).
- 2022: Revenue of $1.2M, expenses of $1.1M, and assets of $403K (revenue -22.8% year-over-year).
- 2021: Revenue of $1.6M, expenses of $1.3M, and assets of $320K (revenue +421.5% year-over-year).
- 2020: Revenue of $301K, expenses of $277K, and assets of $24K.
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Data Sources and Methodology
This transparency report for Marathon Initiative 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.