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Heifer Project International

Since 1944, heifer project international has helped more than 52 million families in more than 125 countries move toward greater self-reliance through the gifts of livestock, plants and …

International Little Rock, AR EIN 351019477 · IRS Sign up to see website
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87
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
87/100 · methodology

About Heifer Project International

Heifer International is a development organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world

Founded
Headquarters
Little Rock, AR
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
Q330
IRS subsection
501(c)(c3)
Ruling date
Size
major

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1999

Mission

Since 1944, heifer project international has helped more than 52 million families in more than 125 countries move toward greater self-reliance through the gifts of livestock, plants and training in environmentally-sound agriculture.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
🌍 International · NTEE Q330
Cause tags
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.
SDG 17 SDG 17 · Partnerships for the Goals Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar international in United States
Program spending This charity: 9%
Peer average: 93%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 0.34%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 87
Peer average: 91

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Where every $1 goes

Program expenses$0.09 ($130.4 million)

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Heifer Project International is a registered international nonprofit based in Little Rock, AR, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1953 and has been operating for 73 years. Its EIN is 351019477. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $162M in annual revenue. 261 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Heifer Project International has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100. 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 87 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 91/100.

Heifer Project International is located in Little Rock, AR, United States. The organization was established in 1953 and has been active for 73 years.

Based on official tax filings, Heifer Project International has $162M in annual revenue. It allocates 9% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 93% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Heifer Project International is classified as a International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $162M in annual revenue. The organization has 261 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Heifer Project International. 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.

Heifer Project International has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 9% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 93%. 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.

Heifer International is a development organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world Heifer Project International is classified as a international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1953.

Among international charities registered in United States: Heifer Project International's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 is in line with the peer average of 91/100. It allocates 9% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of $162M is well above the peer average of $5M.

Yes, donations to Heifer Project International are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 351019477, 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
$100M-$1B
9% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

10 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, FY2019, FY2018, FY2017, FY2016.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

MA
Marcia Rasmussen
CFO

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

AL
Alberto I•••••••
BOARD MEMBER
AS
Ashley S••••
BOARD MEMBER
AT
Atul S•••••
BOARD MEMBER
BE
Benjamin W•••
MANAGING DIR, MONITORING, EVALUATION , RESEARC
BR
Brandi D••••••
BOARD MEMBER
BR
Bryan B••••••
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
CA
Camila R•••••••• C••••
VICE PRESIDENT
CH
Chad A••••
GENERAL COUNSEL
CH
Christy M••••
SENIOR VP MARKETING & PHILANTHROPY
CH
Chuck W••••
BOARD MEMBER
DA
Daren J••••
BOARD MEMBER
DA
David S••••••
Director
DE
Devona B•••
DIR OF PROGRAMS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - ASIA
DI
Dilip B•••••••
SNR DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS-LIVESTOCK TECHNOLOGY
DO
Doug G••••
BOARD MEMBER
EL
Elia M••••
CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER
ES
Esther C••••
VICE CHAIR
FR
Francine H•••
VP OF GLOBAL FINANCE OPS & COMPLIANCE
GR
Gretchen V•••••••
VICE PRESIDENT
HE
Hervil C•••••••
SENIOR COUNTRY DIRECTOR
HI
Hilary H•••••••
CHIEF OF MISSION EFFECTIVENESS
JA
Jacqueline F••••
SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY & FOUNDATION REL
JA
Jaime S••••••••
Director
JE
Jesus P•••••• R••••••••
VICE PRESIDENT
JO
Josephine O••••
BOARD MEMBER
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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Heifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - PR Newswire

www.prnewswire.com · · Neutral

Heifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - Yahoo Finance

finance.yahoo.com · · Neutral

A World Without Hunger: In Remembrance Of The Unstoppable Jo Luck - Cameroon-Tribune

www.cameroon-tribune.cm · · Neutral

Giving has impact at 38th Annual Alternative Christmas Market - Tallahassee Democrat

www.tallahassee.com · · Neutral

In the Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, Heifer International Urges Global Action for Farmer-Led Resilience - Yahoo Finance

finance.yahoo.com · · Neutral

Heifer International Celebrates Achievements in Farmer-Led Impact Investments, Launches New Chapter in Regenerative Agriculture - PR Newswire

www.prnewswire.com · · Positive

The Clinton Foundation Buys Heifer Headquarters in Downtown Little Rock for $27M - Arkansas Business

www.arkansasbusiness.com · · Neutral

Heifer International Appoints New Board Chair, Welcomes New Member - PR Newswire

www.prnewswire.com · · Neutral

Heifer International Backs G20's Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, Reaffirms Commitment to Rural Agricultural Communities - PR Newswire

www.prnewswire.com · · Neutral

Growing Where it is Planted: Heifer International Navigates Changes - Arkansas Money & Politics

armoneyandpolitics.com · · Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Heifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - PR Newswir
Jan 2026
www.prnewswire.com
Heifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - Yahoo Fina
Jan 2026
finance.yahoo.com
Form filed
$162.0M revenue
FY2025
IRS_990
A World Without Hunger: In Remembrance Of The Unstoppable Jo Luck - Cameroon-Tribune
Dec 2025
www.cameroon-tribune.cm
Giving has impact at 38th Annual Alternative Christmas Market - Tallahassee Democrat
Dec 2025
www.tallahassee.com
In the Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, Heifer International Urges Global Action for Farmer-Led Resilience - Yahoo Financ
Nov 2025
finance.yahoo.com
Heifer International Celebrates Achievements in Farmer-Led Impact Investments, Launches New Chapter in Regenerative Agri
Aug 2025
www.prnewswire.com
The Clinton Foundation Buys Heifer Headquarters in Downtown Little Rock for $27M - Arkansas Business
Mar 2025
www.arkansasbusiness.com
Heifer International Appoints New Board Chair, Welcomes New Member - PR Newswire
Feb 2025
www.prnewswire.com
Form filed
$149.7M revenue
FY2024
IRS_990
Heifer International Backs G20's Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, Reaffirms Commitment to Rural Agricultural
Nov 2024
www.prnewswire.com
Growing Where it is Planted: Heifer International Navigates Changes - Arkansas Money & Politics
Nov 2024
armoneyandpolitics.com
Form filed
$149.6M revenue
FY2023
IRS_990
Form filed
$162.3M revenue
FY2022
IRS_990
Form filed
$140.9M revenue
FY2021
IRS_990
Form filed
$124.6M revenue
FY2020
IRS_990
Form filed
$119.8M revenue
FY2019
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$123.6M revenue
FY2018
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$118.2M revenue
FY2017
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$112.5M revenue
FY2016
PROPUBLICA

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Peer charities

Other international in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Heifer Project International This page 87 $162.0 million 9%
Uplift Internationale 93 $75,290 87%
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He-Man International Inc 90 $72,047 100%
Mooncatcher Project Inc 90 $223,917 97%
Life Center Ethiopia 90 $372,412 90%
First Ladies Initiative 90 $536,180 95%
Fields of Abundance Mission 90 $162,732 94%
Arlene Campbell Humanitarian Foundation 90 $242,104 96%

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 - 261 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
Supplementary verification
Wikidata structured data
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

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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Quick facts about Heifer Project International

What is Heifer Project International?
Heifer Project International is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Little Rock, United States. Heifer International is a development organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world
When was Heifer Project International founded?
Heifer Project International was founded in 1953.
Who leads Heifer Project International?
Marcia Rasmussen serves as CFO.
Where is Heifer Project International located?
Headquartered in Little Rock, United States.
What is Heifer Project International's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100M-$1B. 9% of expenses go to program services.
Is Heifer Project International trustworthy?
Heifer Project International has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87 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 Heifer Project International's registration number?
IRS EIN: 351019477.
What is Heifer Project International's website?
http://www.heifer.org