Americares Foundation Inc
Americares helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. We are a global health and disaster relief organization that helps …
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Americares helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. We are a global health and disaster relief organization that helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. Each year, Americares reaches 80 countries on average, including the United States, with life-changing health programs, medicine, medical supplies and emergency aid. Americares is one of the world's leading nonprofit providers of donated medicine and medical supplies. For 45 years, we have met the health needs of our local partners and their communities. Our donors make it possible to get medicine and critical care to families and communities in need
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Mission
Americares helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. We are a global health and disaster relief organization that helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. Each year, Americares reaches 80 countries on average, including the United States, with life-changing health programs, medicine, medical supplies and emergency aid. Americares is one of the world's leading nonprofit providers of donated medicine and medical supplies. For 45 years, we have met the health needs of our local partners and their communities. Our donors make it possible to get medicine and critical care to families and communities in need
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Americares Foundation Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 6 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 6 independent sources, led by the IRS - among the most thoroughly sourced profiles in its cohort. See the sources
- GiveRadar holds 13 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2023 - a deeper filing history than 99% of the 12,908 international charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 75 places it in the top 25% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (13 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAmericares Foundation Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in Stamford, CT, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1979 and has been operating for 47 years. Its EIN is 061008595. 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 75/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1.6B in annual revenue. 207 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Americares Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 061008595. 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.
Americares Foundation Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75/100. 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 75 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 98% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
Americares Foundation Inc is located in Stamford, CT, United States. The organization was established in 1979 and has been active for 47 years. Its registered address is 88 Hamilton Avenue, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Americares Foundation Inc has $1.6B in annual revenue. It allocates 98% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 75% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Americares Foundation Inc is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $1.6B in annual revenue. The organization has 207 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Americares Foundation Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Americares Foundation Inc 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 98% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 75%). 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.
Americares helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. We are a global health and disaster relief organization that helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. Each year, Americares reaches 80 countries on average, including the United States, with life-changing health programs, medicine, medical supplies and emergency aid. Americares is one of the world's leading nonprofit providers of donated medicine and medical supplies. For 45 years, we have met the health needs of our local partners and their communities. Our donors make it possible to get medicine and critical care to families and... Americares Foundation Inc is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1979.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 98% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 75%. Its annual revenue of $1.6B is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Americares Foundation Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Americares Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 061008595, 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
10 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.
AMERICARES FOUNDATION INC 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 (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Americares and CAA Volunteers Promote Disaster Preparedness on LA Wildfires Anniversary - PR Newswire
Sombre farewell as Americares ends life-saving mission in Hanover - Jamaica Gleaner
Video Actor Tony Goldwyn on his global health work with Americares - abcnews.com
Actor Tony Goldwyn is honored for support of Americares - FOX 5 New York
Stamford-based Americares sends emergency medical team to Jamaica - Westfair Communications
'Committed to being there.' Stamford-based Americares deploys emergency medical team to Jamaica for hurricane relief - News12 | Connecticut
Joy and Eric Weintz are presenting a benefit for Americares at The Guild on November 19 - InMenlo
Hurricane Melissa - Americares
Stamford-based Americares to send aid to Jamaica - WFSB
CT-based Americares says it’s ready to respond to Jamaica - WFSB
Activity timeline
Filings and press mentions, merged
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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 - 207 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
- Supplementary verification
- GlobalGiving partner directory
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
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 · 207 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 · 1979
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Americares Foundation Inc
- What is Americares Foundation Inc?
- Americares Foundation Inc is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Stamford, United States. Americares helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. We are a global health and disaster relief organization that helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. Each year, Americares reaches 80 countries on average, including the United States, with life-changing health programs, medicine, medical supplies and emergency aid. Americares is one of the world's leading nonprofit providers of donated medicine and medical supplies. For 45 years, we have met the health needs of our local partners and their communities. Our donors make it possible to get medicine and critical care to families and communities in need
- When was Americares Foundation Inc founded?
- Americares Foundation Inc was founded in 1979.
- Who leads Americares Foundation Inc?
- Richard K Trowbridge Jr serves as CFO, TREASURER, SVP, GIK OP.
- Where is Americares Foundation Inc located?
- Headquartered in Stamford, CT, United States. The charity operates in 86 countries.
- What is Americares Foundation Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $1B+. 98% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Americares Foundation Inc trustworthy?
- Americares Foundation Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75 out of 100 (Strong 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 Americares Foundation Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 061008595.
- What is Americares Foundation Inc's website?
- http://www.americares.org