AIDS Assistance Program
THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE OF THE AIDS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM IS SUPPLYING NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT TO LOW INCOME MEN, WOMEN, AND CHILDREN LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS AND OTHER LIFE THREATENING ILLNESSES.
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AAP – Food Samaritans provides nutritional support to improve the quality of the lives of low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses throughout the Coachella Valley.
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Mission
The specific purpose of the aids assistance program is supplying nutritional support to low income men, women, and children living with hiv/aids and other life threatening illnesses.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar health in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, AIDS Assistance Program has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 82% of comparable charities. See the sources
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for AIDS Assistance Program draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical health charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAIDS Assistance Program is a registered health nonprofit based in Palm Springs, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1991 and has been operating for 35 years. Its EIN is 330566442. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 65/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $598K in annual revenue. 18 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
AIDS Assistance Program's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 330566442. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
AIDS Assistance Program has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 65/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 65 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.
AIDS Assistance Program is located in Palm Springs, CA, United States. The organization was established in 1991 and has been active for 35 years. Its registered address is 1276 N Palm Canyon Dr, United States.
Based on official tax filings, AIDS Assistance Program has $598K in annual revenue. It allocates 70% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 89% for health charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $41M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
AIDS Assistance Program is classified as a Health organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $598K in annual revenue. The organization has 18 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for AIDS Assistance Program. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, AIDS Assistance Program holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 70% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 89%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
AAP – Food Samaritans provides nutritional support to improve the quality of the lives of low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses throughout the Coachella Valley. AIDS Assistance Program is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1991.
Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 70% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of $598K is below the peer average of $41M.
Yes, donations to AIDS Assistance Program are generally tax-deductible in the United States. AIDS Assistance Program is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 330566442, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
AIDS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2023 filing
Officers & trustees (9)
Source: Public filings
9 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Florida HIV patients may see assistance slashed. What we know - Tallahassee Democrat
Florida healthcare advocates protest cuts to state's AIDS Drug Assistance Program - FOX 13 Tampa Bay
U.S. senator urges bipartisan re-authorization of AIDS relief program - Eye Radio
AIDS Assistance Program's Red Hot and Rich - The Desert Sun
Hollywood Dine and Dish III: Benefitting AIDS Assistance Program - The Desert Sun
Agent Of Change: Cathy MacNaughton On AIDS Assistance Program And The Importance Of Giving Back - HuffPost
Valley Voice: AIDS Assistance Program filling a void - The Desert Sun
AIDS assistance program - Independence Day Event - The Desert Sun
AIDS Assistance Program to honor four at gala - The Desert Sun
Palm Springs gathering marks World AIDS Day - The Desert Sun
Activity timeline
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 18 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 18 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1991
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about AIDS Assistance Program
- What is AIDS Assistance Program?
- AIDS Assistance Program is a health publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Palm Springs, United States. AAP – Food Samaritans provides nutritional support to improve the quality of the lives of low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses throughout the Coachella Valley.
- When was AIDS Assistance Program founded?
- AIDS Assistance Program was founded in 1991.
- Who leads AIDS Assistance Program?
- Mark Anton serves as Executive Director.
- Where is AIDS Assistance Program located?
- Headquartered in Palm Springs, CA, United States.
- What is AIDS Assistance Program's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 70% of expenses go to program services.
- Is AIDS Assistance Program trustworthy?
- AIDS Assistance Program has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 65 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is AIDS Assistance Program's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 330566442.
- What is AIDS Assistance Program's website?
- https://aidsassistance.org