Animal Rescue Foundation
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Animal Rescue Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in THEODORE, United States. Annual revenue: $235K. EIN: 631160447.
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Mission
Arf is a nonprofit animal welfare organization whose mission is to support homeless and abandoned animals inside our local shelters and the surrounding communities. We work to help animals get adopted nd to keep them happy, healthy , and in loving homes. Through special programs, education, and funding; we help bridge gaps between the local municipal shelters and animals under their care and work collaboratively to help improve the quality of life for animals in the the shelter and in our community.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2021 · IRS 990 (FY2022)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Animal Rescue Foundation 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 93% of similar organizations. See the sources
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Animal Rescue Foundation draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical animal welfare charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (3 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAnimal Rescue Foundation is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Theodore, AL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2006 and has been operating for 20 years. Its EIN is 631160447. 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 66/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $156K in annual revenue. 23 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Animal Rescue Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 631160447. 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.
Animal Rescue Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. 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 66 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 100% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 90/100.
Animal Rescue Foundation is located in Theodore, AL, United States. The organization was established in 2006 and has been active for 20 years.
Based on official tax filings, Animal Rescue Foundation has $156K in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 91% for animal welfare charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Animal Rescue Foundation is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $156K in annual revenue. The organization has 23 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Animal Rescue Foundation. 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, Animal Rescue Foundation 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 100% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 91%). 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.
Animal Rescue Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in THEODORE, United States. Annual revenue: $235K. EIN: 631160447. Animal Rescue Foundation is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2006.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 100% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $156K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Animal Rescue Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Animal Rescue Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 631160447, 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
3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2022): 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.
ANIMAL RESCUE FOUNDATION 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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Leadership
From FY2022 filing
Officers & trustees (9)
Source: Public filings
9 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.
'Mass grave' investigated at NorCal rescue; officials say hundreds of animals are unaccounted for - Los Angeles Times
Several animals rescued from a house fire in Dighton - WJAR
Family Day Benefits Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue - Town-Crier Newspaper
Stray dog problem strains Jackson neighborhood and animal rescue resources - WLBT
Stray dog problem strains Jackson neighborhood and animal rescue resources - WLBT
31 dogs rescued in Louisiana cruelty case brought to Tennessee animal rescue - WSMV
FBI, USDA, And Multiple Agencies Execute Search And Excavation At California Animal Rescue - World Animal News
Animal rescue hosts Barnyard Bash fundraiser in Morgan Hill - Morgan Hill Times
Animal Rescue To Stay As Alsip Nursery Shifts Pet Offerings - Patch
Local wrestling show returns to raise money for animal rescue group - WAVE News
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 2022 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 23 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- 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 · FY2022 on record
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Named leadership · 23 officers on file
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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 · 2006
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Animal Rescue Foundation
- What is Animal Rescue Foundation?
- Animal Rescue Foundation is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Theodore, United States. Animal Rescue Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in THEODORE, United States. Annual revenue: $235K. EIN: 631160447.
- When was Animal Rescue Foundation founded?
- Animal Rescue Foundation was founded in 2006.
- Who leads Animal Rescue Foundation?
- Christine Falls serves as Secretary.
- Where is Animal Rescue Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Theodore, AL, United States.
- What is Animal Rescue Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately $100K-$1M. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Animal Rescue Foundation trustworthy?
- Animal Rescue Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66 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 Animal Rescue Foundation's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 631160447.
- What is Animal Rescue Foundation's website?
- http://animalrescuemobile.org