Bergen County Horse Rescue
TO RESCUE, REHABILITATE, PROTECT, PROVIDE CARE AND PREVENT CRUELTY TO ABANDONED AND NEGLECTED HORSES
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Caring for horses mind, body and soul. We are dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of neglected horses.
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Mission
To rescue, rehabilitate, protect, provide care and prevent cruelty to abandoned and neglected horses
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Bergen County Horse Rescue has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 73% of the 40,468 animal welfare charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. 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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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBergen County Horse Rescue is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Mahwah, NJ, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2015 and has been operating for 11 years. Its EIN is 475330083. 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 69/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $206K in annual revenue. 9 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Bergen County Horse Rescue's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 475330083. 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.
Bergen County Horse Rescue has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. 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 69 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 86% 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.
Bergen County Horse Rescue is located in Mahwah, NJ, United States. The organization was established in 2015 and has been active for 11 years. Its registered address is 350 Ramapo Valley Road, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Bergen County Horse Rescue has $206K in annual revenue. It allocates 86% of expenses to programs and services. This is below 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.
Bergen County Horse Rescue 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 $206K in annual revenue. The organization has 9 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Bergen County Horse Rescue. 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, Bergen County Horse Rescue 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 86% 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.
Caring for horses mind, body and soul. We are dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of neglected horses. Bergen County Horse Rescue is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2015.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 86% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $206K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Bergen County Horse Rescue are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Bergen County Horse Rescue is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 475330083, 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.
BERGEN COUNTY HORSE RESCUE 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 (3)
Source: Public filings
3 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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See photos as leaves change color in northern NJ - Bergen Record
Things to Do in Bergen County Week of October 23... - BergenMama
Girl Scouts meet Emsy and friends at Bergen County Horse Rescue - thepressgroup.net
Bergen County Horse Rescue hosts a back to school event Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024: Photos - Bergen Record
Annual Boo Walk at Bergen County Horse Rescue - Bergen Record
These are the best things to do in Bergen County, according to (201) Magazine - Bergen Record
Halloween with Horses: Bergen County Horse Rescue hosts sixth annual Boo Walk - Bergen Record
Things to Do in Bergen County Week of October 26... - BergenMama
Things to Do in Bergen County Week of May 18... - BergenMama
Spring Break To-Do List... - BergenMama
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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 - 9 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
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 · 9 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 · 2015
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Bergen County Horse Rescue
- What is Bergen County Horse Rescue?
- Bergen County Horse Rescue is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Mahwah, United States. Caring for horses mind, body and soul. We are dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of neglected horses.
- When was Bergen County Horse Rescue founded?
- Bergen County Horse Rescue was founded in 2015.
- Who leads Bergen County Horse Rescue?
- Erin Giannios serves as President.
- Where is Bergen County Horse Rescue located?
- Headquartered in Mahwah, NJ, United States.
- What is Bergen County Horse Rescue's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 86% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Bergen County Horse Rescue trustworthy?
- Bergen County Horse Rescue has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69 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 Bergen County Horse Rescue's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 475330083.
- What is Bergen County Horse Rescue's website?
- https://www.bergencountyhorserescue.org