Inland Valley Down Syndrome Association

What it reported doing in 2025

The Inland Valley Down Syndrome Association (IVDSA) experienced another successful and impactful year in 2025, continuing to expand programs, strengthen community partnerships, and provide meaningful support to individuals with Down syndrome and their families throughout the Inland Valley region.During 2025, IVDSA remained committed to its mission of promoting public awareness, education, inclusion, and social opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. The organization offered a variety of programs and activities designed to support the entire family, from early childhood through adulthood.Our Little Steps, Next Steps & Club Awesome programs continued to serve young children ages 012 and their families through monthly gatherings that encouraged developmental play, social interaction, and parent connection. Teen and adult social groups also remained active throughout the year with activities including bowling nights, movie outings, dances, game nights, and community-based social events that fostered friendships and independence.IVDSA also focused heavily on outreach and family engagement in 2025. The organization enhanced communication efforts through continued improvements to its membership database, regular newsletters, website updates, and social media outreach. Community awareness efforts included participation in local events and collaboration with other nonprofit and community organizations.One of the highlights of the year was the annual Buddy Walk, IVDSAs primary fundraising event, which brought together more than 600 participants in celebration of acceptance, inclusion, and community support. Funds raised through the event directly supported the organizations programs, activities, and family services.Throughout 2025, IVDSA continued to strengthen its role as a valuable community resource by providing educational opportunities, social programming, family support, and advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome. The organization remains financially stable and committed to expanding services and outreach efforts in the coming years

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 35.6%; rating input score 36
• Program expense ratio: 74.1%; rating input score 74

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 100%; rating input score 100; 52nd percentile among comparable filings
• Major donor itemization: Limited

Sustainability

• Operating margin: 52%; rating input score 93; 93rd percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 2.42; rating input score 84; 84th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: Limited
• Officer compensation ratio: 0%; rating input score 63; 63rd percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 1.9% per year; rating input score 100; 35th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 15.5% per year; rating input score 100; 76th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 8.5% per year; rating input score 100; 55th percentile among comparable filings