Childrens Mercy Hospital
Children's Mercy is a leading independent children's health organization dedicated to holistic care, translational research, breakthrough innovation, and educating the next generation of caregivers. Together, we transform the …
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For more than 125 years Children’s Mercy has been taking care of kids. With more than 8,600 caring experts in our health system, you can always find someone to help.
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Mission
Children's Mercy is a leading independent children's health organization dedicated to holistic care, translational research, breakthrough innovation, and educating the next generation of caregivers. Together, we transform the health, well-being and potential of children, with unwavering compassion for those most vulnerable.
Focus areas & reach
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· vs. 8 similar health in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Childrens Mercy Hospital has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1901, it is among the oldest health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 92% of comparable organizations. See the sources
- Its integrity score of 80 places it in the top 5% of the 98,862 health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- 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 + methodologyChildrens Mercy Hospital is a registered health nonprofit based in Kansas City, MO, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1901 and has been operating for 125 years. Its EIN is 440605373. 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 $2.1B in annual revenue. 100 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Childrens Mercy Hospital's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 440605373. 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.
Childrens Mercy Hospital 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 76% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.
Childrens Mercy Hospital is located in Kansas City, MO, United States. The organization was established in 1901 and has been active for 125 years. Its registered address is 2401 Gillham Rd, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Childrens Mercy Hospital has $2.1B in annual revenue. It allocates 76% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 89% for health charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $41M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Childrens Mercy Hospital is classified as a Health organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Hospital or medical research (170(b)(1)(A)(iii)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $2.1B in annual revenue. The organization has 100 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Childrens Mercy Hospital. 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, Childrens Mercy Hospital 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 76% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 89%). 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.
For more than 125 years Children’s Mercy has been taking care of kids. With more than 8,600 caring experts in our health system, you can always find someone to help. Childrens Mercy Hospital is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1901.
Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 76% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of $2.1B is well above the peer average of $41M.
Yes, donations to Childrens Mercy Hospital are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Childrens Mercy Hospital is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 440605373, 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.
CHILDRENS MERCY HOSPITAL 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 (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Children's Mercy files major master plan with new Hospital Hill towers, medical offices - The Business Journals
Children’s Mercy Hospital won’t follow latest CDC guidelines on vaccinations - FOX4KC.com
Thousands of kids to lose in-network access to Children’s Mercy Hospital - FOX4KC.com
Big Slick celebrities visit patients at Children's Mercy Hospital - KCTV
Children's Mercy: 20 children hospitalized with COVID-19 - KMBC
Children’s Mercy Hospital stretched thin because of kids hospitalized with COVID-19, RSV - FOX4KC.com
Children’s Mercy Hospital at full capacity as COVID-19, other illnesses bring more kids in - FOX4KC.com
Berry sisters break barriers in founding Children's Mercy Hospital - KSHB 41 Kansas City
Former Doctor At Kansas City's Children’s Mercy Hospital Faces Sex-Crime Charges In Michigan - KCUR
Children's Mercy lands on 'Best Children's Hospital' rankings - The Business Journals
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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 - 100 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 · 100 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 · 1901
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Childrens Mercy Hospital
- What is Childrens Mercy Hospital?
- Childrens Mercy Hospital is a health hospital or medical research (170(b)(1)(a)(iii)) based in Kansas City, United States. For more than 125 years Children’s Mercy has been taking care of kids. With more than 8,600 caring experts in our health system, you can always find someone to help.
- When was Childrens Mercy Hospital founded?
- Childrens Mercy Hospital was founded in 1901.
- Who leads Childrens Mercy Hospital?
- James Simaras serves as Executive VP & CFO.
- Where is Childrens Mercy Hospital located?
- Headquartered in Kansas City, MO, United States.
- What is Childrens Mercy Hospital's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1B+. 76% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Childrens Mercy Hospital trustworthy?
- Childrens Mercy Hospital 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 Childrens Mercy Hospital's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 440605373.
- What is Childrens Mercy Hospital's website?
- https://www.childrensmercy.org