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Bright Promises Foundation

To identify, fund, and share solutions to underrecognized needs of children and youth most adversely impacted by inequity. We monitor the programs we fund and share the knowledge …

Animal Welfare Chicago, IL EIN: 362182047 (IRS) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
80/100 · methodology

About Bright Promises Foundation

Bright Promises Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in CHICAGO, United States. Annual revenue: $676K. EIN: 362182047.

Founded
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
D200
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1921

Mission

To identify, fund, and share solutions to underrecognized needs of children and youth most adversely impacted by inequity. We monitor the programs we fund and share the knowledge we gain with others.

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: 73%
Peer average: 91%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 18.23%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 80
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)
$0.73
Program$0.73

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Bright Promises Foundation with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.

  • Established in 1877, it is among the oldest animal welfare charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
  • GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 93% 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
  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 85% of comparable charities. See the sources
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

Bright Promises Foundation is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Chicago, IL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1877 and has been operating for 149 years. Its EIN is 362182047. 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 $461K in annual revenue. 80 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.

Bright Promises Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 362182047. 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.

Bright Promises Foundation 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. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 90/100.

Bright Promises Foundation is located in Chicago, IL, United States. The organization was established in 1877 and has been active for 149 years.

Based on official tax filings, Bright Promises Foundation has $461K in annual revenue. It allocates 73% 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.

Bright Promises 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 $461K in annual revenue. The organization has 80 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Bright Promises 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, Bright Promises 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 73% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 91%). 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.

Bright Promises Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in CHICAGO, United States. Annual revenue: $676K. EIN: 362182047. Bright Promises Foundation is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1877.

Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 73% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $461K is below the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Bright Promises Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Bright Promises Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 362182047, 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
$100K-$1M
73% 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
2

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

NA
Nancy S•••••
President

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

PSG see bright promises from Dro Fernandez after his first goal for club against Nice - reports - Tribuna.com
Mar 2026
tribuna.com
"Bright owed ¢700K": Old conversation between Stephen Amoah and friend emerges - Yen News
Aug 2025
yen.com.gh
UK’s youngest mayor Princess Opeyemi Bright settles into her new job - ITVX
Jun 2025
www.itv.com
Form filed
$0.5M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Bright appoints Tom Caston as School Principal - The Portugal News
Oct 2024
www.theportugalnews.com
Form filed
$1.5M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Chicago Fire FC VP of Community Relations Jessica Yavitz to Receive Bright Promises Foundation’s “Champions for Children
Nov 2023
www.chicagofirefc.com
EastEnders' Kellie Bright promises "long climb" before Christmas reveal - Radio Times
Oct 2023
www.radiotimes.com
EastEnders star Kellie Bright promises new clue to Christmas death story - Digital Spy
Jun 2023
www.digitalspy.com
Form filed
$1.1M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Try It Before You Buy It: Beyond Bright LED Garage Light - WZZM13.com
Jul 2022
www.wzzm13.com
Form filed
$0.7M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.6M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990
Better Makers: Chicago Youth Inspire at Bright Promises Foundation’s 150th Anniversary Awards - Better Magazine
Oct 2019
better.net
Bright Promises Foundation Chicago helps support student-led organizations, awarding $10K grants - ABC7 Chicago
Oct 2019
abc7chicago.com

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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 - 80 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
100%

What we know and don't know

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

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 80 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • 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 · 1877
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Bright Promises Foundation

What is Bright Promises Foundation?
Bright Promises Foundation is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Chicago, United States. Bright Promises Foundation is a animal welfare organization based in CHICAGO, United States. Annual revenue: $676K. EIN: 362182047.
When was Bright Promises Foundation founded?
Bright Promises Foundation was founded in 1877.
Who leads Bright Promises Foundation?
Nancy Snyder serves as President.
Where is Bright Promises Foundation located?
Headquartered in Chicago, IL, United States.
What is Bright Promises Foundation's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 73% of expenses go to program services.
Is Bright Promises Foundation trustworthy?
Bright Promises Foundation 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 Bright Promises Foundation's registration number?
IRS EIN: 362182047.
What is Bright Promises Foundation's website?
http://brightpromises.org