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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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 whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Heifer Project International has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 6 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 6 independent sources, led by the IRS - among the most thoroughly sourced profiles in its cohort. See the sources
- Established in 1953, it is among the oldest international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- Its integrity score of 90 places it in the top 1% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (14 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 + 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. 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 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $162M in annual revenue. 261 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Heifer Project International's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 351019477. 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.
Heifer Project International 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. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
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 73% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 75% 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 an 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.
According to GiveRadar's records, Heifer Project International 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 73% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 75%). 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.
Heifer International is a development organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world Heifer Project International is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1953.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 73% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 75%. 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.
Filing history
10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): 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.
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.
Always confirm tax treatment with the charity directly or your tax advisor before donating.
Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Heifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - Yahoo Finance
Heifer International's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Farmer Leadership in Building Sustainable Food Systems - PR Newswire
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
National Audubon Society and Heifer International Partner to Expand Conservation Ranching Program into Arkansas - PR Newswire
Still passing on the gift: Heifer International at 80 - The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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 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
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 · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 261 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 · 1953
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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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, AR, United States.
- What is Heifer Project International's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100M-$1B. 73% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Heifer Project International trustworthy?
- Heifer Project International 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 Heifer Project International's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 351019477.
- What is Heifer Project International's website?
- http://www.heifer.org