Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc
We are a lifetime care sanctuary for blind cats that are deemed unadoptable by animal shelters that would euthanize them just because they are blind. We also serve …
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We are a lifetime care sanctuary for blind cats and cats who test positive for feline immunodeficiency virus or feline leukemia, all of which cause them to be deemed unadoptable and are death sentences in most animal control facilities. We also operate a spay/neuter program targeting several rural counties in North Carolina.
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Mission
We are a lifetime care sanctuary for blind cats that are deemed unadoptable by animal shelters that would euthanize them just because they are blind. We also serve as a sanctuary for cats diagnosed with leukemia and feline immunodeficiency viruses. Finally, we operate a spay/neuter program.
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
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 5 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 5 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 93% of comparable organizations. See the sources
- It is one of the better-documented animal welfare charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- 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
- government registration
- financial records (5 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 + methodologyBlind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in St Pauls, NC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2005 and has been operating for 21 years. Its EIN is 203410498. 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 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $2M in annual revenue. 47 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 203410498. 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.
Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. 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 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 84% 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.
Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc is located in St Pauls, NC, United States. The organization was established in 2005 and has been active for 21 years.
Based on official tax filings, Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc has $2M in annual revenue. It allocates 84% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 82% for animal welfare charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc 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 $2M in annual revenue. The organization has 47 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary 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, Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary 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 84% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). 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.
We are a lifetime care sanctuary for blind cats and cats who test positive for feline immunodeficiency virus or feline leukemia, all of which cause them to be deemed unadoptable and are death sentences in most animal control facilities. We also operate a spay/neuter program targeting several rural counties in North Carolina. Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2005.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 84% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $2M is comparable to the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 203410498, 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
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): 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.
BLIND CAT RESCUE & SANCTUARY 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 FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (13)
Source: Public filings
13 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
3 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
How Blind Cat Rescue in St. Pauls answered the call when neglected cats lives were at risk - The Fayetteville Observer
Blind Cat Rescued After Hurricane; Special Needs Sanctuary Gives Him & Others The Life They Deserve - Cole & Marmalade
‘Their forever home:’ Sanctuary comforts blind cats - Richmond County Daily Journal
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 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 47 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- 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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 47 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 · 2005
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc
- What is Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc?
- Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in St Pauls, United States. We are a lifetime care sanctuary for blind cats and cats who test positive for feline immunodeficiency virus or feline leukemia, all of which cause them to be deemed unadoptable and are death sentences in most animal control facilities. We also operate a spay/neuter program targeting several rural counties in North Carolina.
- When was Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc founded?
- Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc was founded in 2005.
- Who leads Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc?
- Samantha Steffens serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc located?
- Headquartered in St Pauls, NC, United States.
- What is Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 84% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc trustworthy?
- Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 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 Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 203410498.
- What is Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary Inc's website?
- http://www.blindcatrescue.com