Chimp Haven Inc
Provide and promote the best care of sanctuary chimpanzees and inspire action for the species worldwide.
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Chimp Haven is home to more than 300 former research chimps who now live on 200 acres of beautiful, forested sanctuary.
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Mission
Provide and promote the best care of sanctuary chimpanzees and inspire action for the species worldwide.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 6 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
Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Chimp Haven Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 98% of the 16,157 animal welfare charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 93% of similar organizations. See the sources
- 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
- 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 + methodologyChimp Haven Inc is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Keithville, LA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1995 and has been operating for 31 years. Its EIN is 742766663. 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 $11M in annual revenue. 42 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Chimp Haven Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 742766663. 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.
Chimp Haven 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 76% 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.
Chimp Haven Inc is located in Keithville, LA, United States. The organization was established in 1995 and has been active for 31 years.
Based on official tax filings, Chimp Haven Inc has $11M in annual revenue. It allocates 76% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 83% for animal welfare charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Chimp Haven 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 large organization. It has $11M in annual revenue. The organization has 42 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Chimp Haven 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, Chimp Haven 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 76% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 83%). 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.
Chimp Haven is home to more than 300 former research chimps who now live on 200 acres of beautiful, forested sanctuary. Chimp Haven Inc is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1995.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 76% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 83%. Its annual revenue of $11M is well above the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Chimp Haven Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Chimp Haven Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 742766663, 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.
CHIMP HAVEN 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 (14)
Source: Public filings
14 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
9 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Chimp Haven invites visitors to spring Chimpanzee Discovery Day - KTBS 3
Chimp Haven set to host Discovery Day in Keithville - Yahoo
Heart of Louisiana: Chimp Haven - fox8live.com
Chimps at Chimp Haven chose Sweet Sixteen teams to win in March Madness. Watch them pick. - The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
Nearly 400 Dr. Seuss Books donated to Chimp Haven in honor of Dr. Seuss Day - WBRZ
Chimps at Chimp Haven enjoy and explore Dr. Seuss books - KTALnews.com
Chimp Haven mourns passing of Jane Goodall, iconic wildlife conservationist - Shreveport Times
Watch Sunday Morning: A visit to chimpanzee sanctuary Chimp Haven - CBS
A visit to chimpanzee sanctuary Chimp Haven - CBS News
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 - 42 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 · 42 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 · 1995
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Chimp Haven Inc
- What is Chimp Haven Inc?
- Chimp Haven Inc is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Keithville, United States. Chimp Haven is home to more than 300 former research chimps who now live on 200 acres of beautiful, forested sanctuary.
- When was Chimp Haven Inc founded?
- Chimp Haven Inc was founded in 1995.
- Who leads Chimp Haven Inc?
- Rana E Smith serves as President.
- Where is Chimp Haven Inc located?
- Headquartered in Keithville, LA, United States.
- What is Chimp Haven Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10M-$100M. 76% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Chimp Haven Inc trustworthy?
- Chimp Haven 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 Chimp Haven Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 742766663.
- What is Chimp Haven Inc's website?
- http://www.chimphaven.org