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Registered — Bragg creek, AB — Charitable Organization
Scores: Legitimacy 88/100 · Effectiveness 70/100
Financials: Revenue $519,394 · Expenditures $526,762
Bragg Creek Community Association is a 44-year-old Alberta community centre that has grown rapidly but channels a below-average share of its budget to direct programs, raising questions about operational efficiency despite strong reserves and deep community roots. Its 91.7% board turnover rate is unusually high and warrants attention, though its financial position is roughly balanced and its reserve cushion sits within the peer-normal range.
Our Verdict: An established community hub with healthy reserves and strong revenue growth, but donors should note that program spending at 46.8% of expenditures is well below the 81.9% peer median — meaning a significant share of funds goes to administration and other costs rather than direct programming. The revolving-door board is also worth a direct question before giving.