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Animal Wellness Foundation

Animal wellness foundation began operations focused mainly on the rescue and rehabilitation of companion animals. We have expanded our work to advance a range of animal protection priorities, …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
76/100 · methodology

About Animal Wellness Foundation

Animal Wellness Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in MARINA DL REY, United States. Annual revenue: $557K. EIN: 454361755.

Founded
Headquarters
Marina Del Rey, CA
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
D20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
medium

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2012

Mission

Animal wellness foundation began operations focused mainly on the rescue and rehabilitation of companion animals. We have expanded our work to advance a range of animal protection priorities, but the care of companion animals has remained at our core.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Cause tags
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United States
Program spending This charity: 60%
Peer average: 82%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 76
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for IRS revocation history, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.60
Program$0.60

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Animal Wellness Foundation with 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 85% of similar organizations. See the sources
  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 88% of the 16,157 animal welfare charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
  • GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 87% of the 40,468 animal welfare charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • 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 + methodology

Animal Wellness Foundation is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Marina Del Rey, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2012 and has been operating for 14 years. Its EIN is 454361755. 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 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $3M in annual revenue. 18 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Animal Wellness Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 454361755. 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 Wellness Foundation 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 90/100.

Animal Wellness Foundation is located in Marina Del Rey, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2012 and has been active for 14 years.

Based on official tax filings, Animal Wellness Foundation has $3M in annual revenue. It allocates 60% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 82% for animal welfare charities in United States. 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 Wellness 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 medium organization. It has $3M in annual revenue. The organization has 18 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Animal Wellness 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 Wellness 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 60% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). 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 Wellness Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in MARINA DL REY, United States. Annual revenue: $557K. EIN: 454361755. Animal Wellness Foundation is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2012.

Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 60% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $3M is well above the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Animal Wellness Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Animal Wellness Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 454361755, 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.

Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
60% to programs
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

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
4

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

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Annie H••••••••
President

Officers & trustees (4)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

9 articles found

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Senate Agriculture Committee says NO to wicked SOB Act - Animal Wellness Action
Jun 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
Statement from Wayne Pacelle, President, Animal Wellness Action - Animal Wellness Action
Jun 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
Animal Wellness Action praises OKCPD after cockfighting arrest in Oklahoma City - KOKH
Jun 2026
okcfox.com
Torture of Wounded Coyote Captured on Video Condemned - Animal Wellness Action
Jun 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
Animal Wellness Groups Applaud USDA Suspension of Live Horse Exports to Mexico, Call for Permanent Ban on Shipments for
Jun 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
House Passage of Buchanan-Carter Amendment to Boost Federal Crackdown on Animal Fighting Applauded - Animal Wellness Act
Jun 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
Animal Wellness Groups Appeal Denial of N.J. Petition Banning Lead Ammunition for Hunting - Animal Wellness Action
Jun 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office Applauded for Breaking Up Suspected Cockfighting Operation Near Lodi - Animal Wellne
May 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
Farm Bill Animal Welfare Amendments to Protect Exploited Animals - Animal Wellness Action
Apr 2026
animalwellnessaction.org
Form filed
$2.5M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$1.8M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.6M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.8M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.9M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
Animal Welfare this charity 40,468
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

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 - 18 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
85%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 9
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 18 officers on file
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2012
Not available · 2
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Animal Wellness Foundation

What is Animal Wellness Foundation?
Animal Wellness Foundation is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Marina Del Rey, United States. Animal Wellness Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in MARINA DL REY, United States. Annual revenue: $557K. EIN: 454361755.
When was Animal Wellness Foundation founded?
Animal Wellness Foundation was founded in 2012.
Who leads Animal Wellness Foundation?
Annie Harvilicz serves as President.
Where is Animal Wellness Foundation located?
Headquartered in Marina Del Rey, CA, United States.
What is Animal Wellness Foundation's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 60% of expenses go to program services.
Is Animal Wellness Foundation trustworthy?
Animal Wellness Foundation 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 Wellness Foundation's registration number?
IRS EIN: 454361755.
What is Animal Wellness Foundation's website?
http://www.animalwellnessfoundation.org