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 …
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Heifer International is a development organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world
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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.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyHeifer 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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Filing history
10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
HEIFER PROJECT INTERNATIONAL 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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Officers & trustees (25)
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NeutralHeifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - PR Newswire
Heifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - Yahoo Finance
A World Without Hunger: In Remembrance Of The Unstoppable Jo Luck - Cameroon-Tribune
Giving has impact at 38th Annual Alternative Christmas Market - Tallahassee Democrat
In the Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, Heifer International Urges Global Action for Farmer-Led Resilience - Yahoo Finance
Heifer International Celebrates Achievements in Farmer-Led Impact Investments, Launches New Chapter in Regenerative Agriculture - PR Newswire
The Clinton Foundation Buys Heifer Headquarters in Downtown Little Rock for $27M - Arkansas Business
Heifer International Appoints New Board Chair, Welcomes New Member - PR Newswire
Heifer International Backs G20's Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, Reaffirms Commitment to Rural Agricultural Communities - PR Newswire
Growing Where it is Planted: Heifer International Navigates Changes - Arkansas Money & Politics
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- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 261 disclosed in the public registry.
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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