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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Children of the Promise 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 91% 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
- Its integrity score of 80 places it in the top 5% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyChildren of the Promise is a registered international nonprofit based in Willmar, MN, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1998 and has been operating for 28 years. Its EIN is 411896481. 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 $994K in annual revenue. 34 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Children of the Promise's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 411896481. 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.
Children of the Promise 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 81% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
Children of the Promise is located in Willmar, MN, United States. The organization was established in 1998 and has been active for 28 years.
Based on official tax filings, Children of the Promise has $994K in annual revenue. It allocates 81% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 78% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Children of the Promise is classified as an International 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 $994K in annual revenue. The organization has 34 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Children of the Promise. 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, Children of the Promise 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 81% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 78%). 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.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 81% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 78%. Its annual revenue of $994K is below the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Children of the Promise are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Children of the Promise is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 411896481, 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.
CHILDREN OF THE PROMISE 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
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (11)
Source: Public filings
11 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Has UK Government broken Gaza children promise? - Channel 4 News | Substack
Soludo, Wife Praise Anambra Children, Promise Quality Education to Brighten Their Future - THISDAYLIVE
Cook Children's Promise in Action: Ricky Morris - checkupnewsroom.com
Senate moves Children’s Promise Act forward - Magnolia Tribune
New Mexico’s promise of free child care comes with a fiscal escape hatch - Orlando Sentinel
Digging the CT environment and keeping a promise - Hartford Courant
A New 9/11 Generation: These children promise to never forget - Firefighters run for the victims - ctif.org
A New 9/11 Generation: These Children Promise to Never Forget - The New York Times
The Cook Children’s Promise Begins Before Birth - checkupnewsroom.com
Children's Promise Act dies in MS Senate, thanks in part to Republicans. See why - The Clarion-Ledger
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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 - 34 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- 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 · 34 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 · 1998
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Children of the Promise
- What is Children of the Promise?
- Children of the Promise is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Willmar, United States. See schedule o
- When was Children of the Promise founded?
- Children of the Promise was founded in 1998.
- Who leads Children of the Promise?
- Sara Vanzee serves as President.
- Where is Children of the Promise located?
- Headquartered in Willmar, MN, United States.
- What is Children of the Promise's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 81% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Children of the Promise trustworthy?
- Children of the Promise 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 Children of the Promise's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 411896481.
- What is Children of the Promise's website?
- http://www.childrenofthepromise.org