SANTAS CASTLE
TACOMA, WA | Pierce County
Community Services
Overview
SANTAS CASTLE
91-1634727
2094 BITAR AVE
TACOMA, WA 01001
Pierce County
TACOMA, WA 01001
Pierce County
(253) 966-2355
admindirector@jblmsantascastle.org
Mission Statement
AT SANTA’S CASTLE, OUR MISSION IS TO EASE HOLIDAY STRESS FOR ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY FAMILIES IN WASHINGTON FACING FINANCIAL HARDSHIP BY PROVIDING NEW TOYS, BOARD GAMES, BOOKS, AND MORE.
CRA Category
- Community Services
Nonprofit location
- LMI Census Tract
- Majority Minority Census Tract
Awards & Certifications
- This nonprofit has not received any CRA awards or certifications.
Founded
1994
Total Employees
0
Total Volunteers
26
Nonprofit Classification (NTEE Code)
P20
P - Human Services
Human Service Organizations
Organizations that provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families. Use this code for multiservice organizations such as Lutheran Social Services, Catholic Social Services and other community service organizations not specified below that provide a variety of services from throughout the P section or services from the P section in combination with services described in other sections (e.g., an organization that provides family counseling, substance abuse services, employment assistance and services for at - risk youth).
IRS Activity Codes
994
Uncoded
560
Supplying money, goods or services to the poor
408
Community service organization
Standard Business Classification (NAICS Code)
624190
Other Individual and Family Services
Targeted Clients
- Military
CRA Income Characteristics
This nonprofit has claimed its profile but has not yet provided this information.
CRA Alignment
CRA Category
Community Services
Social services and other support for low- and moderate-income, homeless or at-risk individuals.
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Programs & Services
Annual Toy Distribution to Active Duty Military
Santa’s Castle is a 100% volunteer-run, entirely donor-funded nonprofit located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Since 1994, we have supported Military Families through a dignified holiday shopping experience, ensuring parents can select new gifts for their children at no cost. Families are referred through trusted military and community partners, including command teams, chaplains, and designated organizations, ensuring support reaches those navigating financial strain during the holiday season.
Targeted Clients
- Military
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
Back To School Supply Give Away
Santa’s Castle provides backpacks filled with essential school supplies to Active Duty Military Families at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). This program helps families prepare for the new school year while providing meaningful financial relief and ensuring military children have the supplies they need to start the school year with confidence.
Targeted Clients
- Military
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
Awards & Certifications
Community Development Financial Institution
Community Development Financial Institution Award Recipient
New Market Tax Credit Recipient
HUD Counseling Agency
Low Income Housing Tax Credit Recipient
IRS Summary
Income
$0.9M
Revenue
$0.9M
Assets
$373.1K
IRS Business Master File Details
As of July 2026
Exempt Ruling Date
1995-10
Deductibility Status
Deductible
Last Tax Filing
2025
Organization Type
Association
Organization Tax Filing Status
990 (all other) or 990EZ return
Foundation Tax Filing Status
990-PF not required by IRS
Affiliation Classification
Independent Organization
Basis for Foundation/Public Charity Status
Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
IRS Publication 78 Details
As of July 2026
Verified in Publication 78
No
Deductibility Limitation
Not reported
Organization Description
Not reported
IRS Form 990 Returns
Through July 2026
Tax period ending in
2016-12
Nonprofit Location
Main Address
2094 BITAR AVE
TACOMA, WA 01001
Pierce County
TACOMA, WA 01001
Pierce County
Area Type
Metropolitan Statistical Area
FIPS Geocoded Address
45104
MSA/MD
53
State
053
County
0729.08
Tract
Low
Income Level
Core-Based Statistical Area
42660 - Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA
Combined Statistical Area
500 - Seattle-Tacoma, WA
Metropolitan Division
45104 - Tacoma-Lakewood, WA
Main Address Located In
Low- or Moderate-Income Census Tract
Opportunity Zone
Majority Minority Census Tract
50.13%
FFIEC Distressed Census Tract
FFIEC Underserved Census Tract
Geographies Served
- WA - Island County
- WA - Kitsap County
- WA - Pierce County
- WA - Snohomish County
- WA - Thurston County
Market Data
| Main Address | Census Tract | County |
|---|---|---|
| 2094 BITAR AVE TACOMA, WA 01001 |
0729.08 | Pierce County |
| Population | ||
| Total Population | 7,871 | 930,319 |
| Total Households | 2,005 | 351,330 |
| Income | ||
| Median Income* | $39,172 | $99,564 |
| Median Family Income (2024 FFIEC est.) | $112,300 | $127,300 |
| Tract Income Percentage | 44.06% | N/A |
| Below Poverty Level | 18.1% | 8.8% |
| Unemployment Level | 3.0% | 5.2% |
| Housing | ||
| Total Housing Units | 2,121 | 369,709 |
| Total Owner-Occupied Units | 2.5% | 64.7% |
| Total Renter-Occupied Units | 92.1% | 35.3% |
| Total Vacant Units | 5.5% | 4.6% |
* Census Tract Median Income based on 2020 Tract Median Family Income as reported in the 2024 FFIEC Census Flat File. County Income based on Median Household Income as reported in the 2024 American Community Survey.
Management
4
Total Voting Members
in Governing Body
in Governing Body
4
Independent Voting Members
in Governing Body
in Governing Body
Tax Filing Signatory
Amanda Brown
Treasurer
(253) 964-0635
Treasurer
(253) 964-0635
Principal Officer
Amanda Brown
findCRA Profile Owner
Donna Handoe
Executive Director
president@jblmsantascastle.org
Executive Director
president@jblmsantascastle.org
Key Policies & Documents
Written Conflict of Interest Policy
Written Document Retention & Destruction Policy
Written Whistleblower Policy
CEO Compensation Review Process
Written Minutes of Board Meetings
Financial Statements & Reporting
Compiled or Reviewed by an Independent Accountant
Audited by an Independent Accountant
Included in Consolidated Financial Statements
Internal Audit Committee Review
Federal Grant Audit Required
Federal Grant Audit Performed
Organization Activities
Provides Credit Counseling
Conducts Gaming Activities
Engages in Lobbying Activities
Engages in Political Activities
Makes Grants to Individuals
Makes Grants to Organizations
Information in this section is extracted from the nonprofit's e-filed tax return and based on answers provided by the nonprofit in their 990 e-filed for the tax period ending on 2025-05.
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