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Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn

The fraternity of the desert bighorn is dedicated to the utilization, conservation and welfare of the desert bighorn sheep. The fraternity works with various government agencies and other …

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Integrity Assessment
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69/100 · methodology

About Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn

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Founded
Headquarters
Las Vegas, NV
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
D30
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2024

Mission

The fraternity of the desert bighorn is dedicated to the utilization, conservation and welfare of the desert bighorn sheep. The fraternity works with various government agencies and other non-profit organizations that are responsible for the management of the desert bighorn sheep.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Animal Welfare · NTEE D30
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United States
Program spending This charity: 55%
Peer average: 96%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 69
Peer average: 92

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Where every $1 goes

$0.55
Program expenses$0.55 ($65,073)

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Las Vegas, NV, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1964 and has been operating for 62 years. Its EIN is 942950514. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 92/100 for animal welfare charities in United States. The organization reports $83K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.

Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. 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 69 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 92/100.

Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn is located in Las Vegas, NV, United States. The organization was established in 1964 and has been active for 62 years.

Based on official tax filings, Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn has $83K in annual revenue. It allocates 55% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 96% 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.

Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). It has $83K in annual revenue.

No red flags have been detected for Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn. 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.

Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. 55% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 96%. Visit the Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

The fraternity of the desert bighorn is dedicated to the utilization, conservation and welfare of the desert bighorn sheep. The fraternity works with various government agencies and other non-profit organizations that are responsible for the management of the desert bighorn sheep. Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1964.

Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100 is below the peer average of 92/100. It allocates 55% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 96%. Its annual revenue of $83K is below the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 942950514, 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.

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Annual revenue
$10K-$100K
55% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

10 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, FY2019, FY2018, FY2017, FY2016, FY2015.
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Taxes

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Leadership

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Jackie Ertel
Secretary

Officers & trustees (1)

Source: Public filings

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Jackie E••••
Secretary
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Activity timeline

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$0.1M revenue
FY2024
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$0.4M revenue
FY2023
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$0.6M revenue
FY2022
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$0.7M revenue
FY2021
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$0.7M revenue
FY2020
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$0.9M revenue
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$0.3M revenue
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$0.2M revenue
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$0.2M revenue
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$0.2M revenue
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Peer charities

Other animal welfare in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn This page 69 $83,439 55%
Critter Encounters 93 $230,370 100%
Wedrose Acres 93 $114,491 99%
Spca of Tennessee 93 $189,417 83%
Arizona Poodle Rescue Inc 93 $658,982 100%
Better Days Inc 93 $181,989 99%
Fifty Shades of Furr Inc 93 $314,656 94%
Bullpen Way Station & Sanctuary Ltd 90 $151,835 93%
Clay County Animal Rescue & Education Center Inc 90 $136,295 100%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

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.
Supplementary verification
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
65%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn

What is Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn?
Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn is a animal welfare supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Las Vegas, United States. The fraternity of the desert bighorn is dedicated to the utilization, conservation and welfare of the desert bighorn sheep. The fraternity works with various government agencies and other non-profit organizations that are responsible for the management of the desert bighorn sheep.
When was Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn founded?
Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn was founded in 1964.
Who leads Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn?
Jackie Ertel serves as Secretary.
Where is Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn located?
Headquartered in Las Vegas, United States.
What is Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10K-$100K. 55% of expenses go to program services.
Is Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn trustworthy?
Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69 out of 100 (Partial 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 Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn's registration number?
IRS EIN: 942950514.
What is Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn's website?
http://www.fraternityofthedesertbighorn.com