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Golden Oldies Cat Rescue

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue re-homes cats 6 and older from Monterey County whose guardians can no longer care for them or who are at risk in shelters. We …

Animal Welfare Monterey, CA EIN 812831100 · IRS Reg 81-2831100 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
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90/100 · methodology

About Golden Oldies Cat Rescue

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue rescues and rehomes cats 6 yrs. & older whose guardians can no longer care for them or from shelters. Foster homes are identified and cats are placed in foster care until a loving permanent adoptive home is found. Golden Oldies Cat Rescue educates fosters adopters volunteers and the general public on the needs and care of older cats through tabling programs and public events. Due to COVID-19 the tabling program and all public events were placed on hold and there were no expenses incurred in 2021.

Founded
Headquarters
Monterey, CA
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
D20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2016

Mission

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue re-homes cats 6 and older from Monterey County whose guardians can no longer care for them or who are at risk in shelters. We place these cats, who have no other options of a safe place to go, into temporary foster care. We then find them permanent loving homes, enriching the lives of both the cats and their new families.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Animal Welfare · NTEE D20
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United States
Program spending This charity: 87%
Peer average: 96%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 7.45%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 90
Peer average: 92

Red flags

· 1 item
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 18.6% of total expenses ($28,500 of $153,153).

Where every $1 goes

$0.87
Program expenses$0.87 ($118,161)
87% to programs beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Monterey, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2016 and has been operating for 10 years. Its EIN is 812831100. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $383K in annual revenue. 25 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. 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 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 87% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 92/100.

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue is located in Monterey, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2016 and has been active for 10 years.

Based on official tax filings, Golden Oldies Cat Rescue has $383K in annual revenue. It allocates 87% 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.

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $383K in annual revenue. The organization has 25 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Golden Oldies Cat Rescue. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency), which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 87% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 96%. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Golden Oldies Cat Rescue rescues and rehomes cats 6 yrs. & older whose guardians can no longer care for them or from shelters. Foster homes are identified and cats are placed in foster care until a loving permanent adoptive home is found. Golden Oldies Cat Rescue educates fosters adopters volunteers and the general public on the needs and care of older cats through tabling programs and public events. Due to COVID-19 the tabling program and all public events were placed on hold and there were no expenses incurred in 2021. Golden Oldies Cat Rescue is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2016.

Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: Golden Oldies Cat Rescue's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 is in line with the peer average of 92/100. It allocates 87% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 96%. Its annual revenue of $383K is below the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Golden Oldies Cat Rescue are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Golden Oldies Cat Rescue is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 812831100, 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
$100K-$1M
87% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Leadership

JO
Joan Condon
Treasurer

Officers & trustees (9)

Source: Public filings

CA
Caitlin F•••••••
Foster Adoption Coordinator
DA
Daniela C•••••••
Secretary
DO
Doris H•••••••••••••
Director
JE
Jeannie R•••••
Director
JO
Joan C•••••
Treasurer
JO
Joan R C•••••
Treasurer
MA
Margaret S••••
Executive Director
TA
Tamara M•••••
Foster Coordinator
TA
Tara G••••••• D••
President
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Latest news

From global news sources

5 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Channaorah Meir Obituary (1944 - 2026) - Carmel, CA - San Francisco Chronicle - Legacy obituary
Jan 2026
www.legacy.com
Form filed
$0.4M revenue
FY2025
IRS_990
Laura Lockett Obituary - Pacific Grove, CA - Dignity Memorial
Jun 2025
www.dignitymemorial.com
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2024
IRS_990
These popular cats put fear into mice, but have stolen humans’ hearts. - Monterey County Weekly
Apr 2024
www.montereycountynow.com
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2023
IRS_990
Elderly Cat Reunited With Family Forced To Give Him To Shelter Years Ago - Newsweek
Sep 2023
www.newsweek.com
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2022
IRS_990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2021
IRS_990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2020
IRS_990
Pet food banks open to help families struggling financially - KSBW
May 2020
www.ksbw.com

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Peer charities

Other animal welfare in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Golden Oldies Cat Rescue This page 90 $382,807 87%
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 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 25 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

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 Golden Oldies Cat Rescue

What is Golden Oldies Cat Rescue?
Golden Oldies Cat Rescue is a animal welfare supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Monterey, United States. Golden Oldies Cat Rescue rescues and rehomes cats 6 yrs. & older whose guardians can no longer care for them or from shelters. Foster homes are identified and cats are placed in foster care until a loving permanent adoptive home is found. Golden Oldies Cat Rescue educates fosters adopters volunteers and the general public on the needs and care of older cats through tabling programs and public events. Due to COVID-19 the tabling program and all public events were placed on hold and there were no expenses incurred in 2021.
When was Golden Oldies Cat Rescue founded?
Golden Oldies Cat Rescue was founded in 2016.
Who leads Golden Oldies Cat Rescue?
Joan Condon serves as Treasurer.
Where is Golden Oldies Cat Rescue located?
Headquartered in Monterey, United States.
What is Golden Oldies Cat Rescue's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 87% of expenses go to program services.
Is Golden Oldies Cat Rescue trustworthy?
Golden Oldies Cat Rescue has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 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 Golden Oldies Cat Rescue's registration number?
IRS EIN: 812831100. Registration: 81-2831100 (United States).
What is Golden Oldies Cat Rescue's website?
http://www.gocatrescue.org