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Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley

We are on a mission to change lives by connecting pets and people. We dothis through innovative programs that inspire and have impact beyond ourborders. We envision a …

Animal Welfare Hailey, ID EIN 820351171 · IRS Reg 82-0351171 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
76/100 · methodology

About Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley

Meet the newest animals Adopt a pet today. Shelter Stats 2026 Stats through March 31 0 Spay/Neuter Surgeries 0 Adoptions 0 Total Animal Intakes 0 Exams, Diagnostics and Dentals 0 Vaccinations

Founded
Headquarters
Hailey, ID
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
D200
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
medium

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1979

Mission

We are on a mission to change lives by connecting pets and people. We dothis through innovative programs that inspire and have impact beyond ourborders. We envision a compassionate community where all animals arerecognized for their inherent value and the human-animal bond iscelebrated.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Animal Welfare · NTEE D200
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United States
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 3.25%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 76
Peer average: 89

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
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Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Hailey, ID, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1972 and has been operating for 54 years. Its EIN is 820351171. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 89/100 for animal welfare charities in United States. The organization reports $4M in annual revenue. 40 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. 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 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 89/100.

Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley is located in Hailey, ID, United States. The organization was established in 1972 and has been active for 54 years. Its registered address is 101 Croy Creek Road, P.O. Box 1496, United States.

Based on official tax filings, Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley has $4M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $4M in annual revenue. The organization has 40 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley. 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.

Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Meet the newest animals Adopt a pet today. Shelter Stats 2026 Stats through March 31 0 Spay/Neuter Surgeries 0 Adoptions 0 Total Animal Intakes 0 Exams, Diagnostics and Dentals 0 Vaccinations Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1972.

Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 is below the peer average of 89/100. Its annual revenue of $4M is well above the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 820351171, 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.

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Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

CH
Christine Ferguson
Executive Dir.

Officers & trustees (15)

Source: Public filings

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Anne H M•••••••
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Christine B•••••••
Director
CH
Christine F•••••••
Secretary
CO
Corry C••••••••
Director
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Deborah M••••
Treasurer
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Katie F•••••••
Director
KR
Kristin H••••••••
Director
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Linda P•••••
Director
MA
Maggie S•••••••••
Vice President
MA
Matt W••••••
Director
MI
Micki C•••••
Director
SA
Sally O•••••
President
SC
Scott A••••
Director
ST
Stephanie S••••••
Director
VI
Vickrie C•••••
Secretary
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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$6.3M revenue
FY2024
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Form filed
$3.6M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
$4.3M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
$4.3M revenue
FY2021
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Form filed
$3.7M revenue
FY2020
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Peer charities

Other animal welfare in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley This page 76 $4.3 million -
Colorado Horse Rescue 89 $3.6 million -
Friends of at Pima Animal Care Center 89 $3.9 million -
Brazoria County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty … 89 $1.9 million -
Alley Cat Rescue Inc 89 $3.3 million -
Pope Memorial Spca of Concord Merrimack County 89 $1.2 million -
Operation Catnip of Gainesville Inc 89 $1.1 million 5%
Lifesavers Inc 89 $2.4 million 4%
New Hampshire Spca 89 $5.0 million -

Sources and verification

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Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 40 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
80%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley

What is Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley?
Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley is a animal welfare supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Hailey, United States. Meet the newest animals Adopt a pet today. Shelter Stats 2026 Stats through March 31 0 Spay/Neuter Surgeries 0 Adoptions 0 Total Animal Intakes 0 Exams, Diagnostics and Dentals 0 Vaccinations
When was Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley founded?
Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley was founded in 1972.
Who leads Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley?
Christine Ferguson serves as Executive Dir..
Where is Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley located?
Headquartered in Hailey, United States.
What is Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M.
Is Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley trustworthy?
Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 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 Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley's registration number?
IRS EIN: 820351171. Registration: 82-0351171 (United States).
What is Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley's website?
https://www.mountainhumane.org