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Registered — Salmon arm, BC — Charitable Organization
Scores: Legitimacy 94/100 · Effectiveness 81/100
Financials: Revenue $3,151,564 · Expenditures $3,086,556
Shuswap Children's Association is a 41-year-old children's health organization in Salmon Arm, BC, that has recently expanded significantly — with revenue jumping 58% to $3.15 million in its latest filing. While the organization earns an A+ trust grade with strong legitimacy and compliance scores, its reserve position at just 1.7 months is flagged as fragile, warranting donor attention amid rapid growth.
Our Verdict: A long-established children's services organization with solid program spending and impressive recent growth, though the fragile reserves of just 1.7 months are a notable concern. The rapid revenue expansion from $2M to $3.15M suggests the organization is scaling to meet demand, but donors should note that the thin reserve cushion leaves limited room for unexpected disruptions. The governance and compliance record is otherwise excellent.