Cats in Action Nfp
Cats in Action's mission is to help people help outdoor cats through TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return), spay/neuter, rescue and providing veterinary care. We primarily help cats and the people who …
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In our vision, free-roaming cats live in harmony with people and are sterilized, vaccinated, and healthy through proactive, ongoing TNR.
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Mission
Cats in Action's mission is to help people help outdoor cats through TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return), spay/neuter, rescue and providing veterinary care. We primarily help cats and the people who care for them in low-income neighborhoods in Chicago.
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· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United StatesConcerns
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Cats in Action Nfp has 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 93% of comparable charities. See the sources
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- 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 registration. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records
- 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 + methodologyCats in Action Nfp 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 2022. Its EIN is 884052929. 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 73/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $116K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
Cats in Action Nfp's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 884052929. 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.
Cats in Action Nfp has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73/100. 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 73 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 97% 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.
Cats in Action Nfp is located in Chicago, IL, United States. The organization was established in 2022 and has been active for 4 years.
Based on official tax filings, Cats in Action Nfp has $116K in annual revenue. It allocates 97% of expenses to programs and services. This is above 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.
Cats in Action Nfp 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 $116K in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for Cats in Action Nfp. 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, Cats in Action Nfp 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 97% 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.
In our vision, free-roaming cats live in harmony with people and are sterilized, vaccinated, and healthy through proactive, ongoing TNR. Cats in Action Nfp is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2022.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 97% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $116K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Cats in Action Nfp are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Cats in Action Nfp is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 884052929, 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
1 year 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.
CATS IN ACTION NFP 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (1)
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1 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 - 1 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
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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 · 1 officer on file
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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 · 2022
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Cats in Action Nfp
- What is Cats in Action Nfp?
- Cats in Action Nfp is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Chicago, United States. In our vision, free-roaming cats live in harmony with people and are sterilized, vaccinated, and healthy through proactive, ongoing TNR.
- When was Cats in Action Nfp founded?
- Cats in Action Nfp was founded in 2022.
- Who leads Cats in Action Nfp?
- Elizabeth Houtz serves as Board Vice President.
- Where is Cats in Action Nfp located?
- Headquartered in Chicago, IL, United States.
- What is Cats in Action Nfp's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 97% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Cats in Action Nfp trustworthy?
- Cats in Action Nfp has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73 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 Cats in Action Nfp's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 884052929.
- What is Cats in Action Nfp's website?
- http://catsinaction.org