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Hero Kids Foundation

At hero kids foundation, our mission is to support and uplift the families of first responders and military personnel through nature-based team- building activities and environmental education. We …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
74/100 · methodology

About Hero Kids Foundation

Equine scholarship fund: hero kids foundation is able to provide nature based equine facilitated psychotherapy. Our scholarship provided access to: one on one (1 child to 1 horse) therapy, childrens group and equine therapy and opportunity for family counseling in a nature based setting. The number of sessions a family receives is dependent on combination of therapeutic modalities. Nature based activities: in our nature based programs we will provide team building and family dynamics development while engaging in activities such as raised gardens, crop development, outdoor team building activities and nature based family communication and connection activities. We also are developing opportunities for family weekend destination activities that would provide a more personal assistance to families.

Founded
Headquarters
Suffolk, VA
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
E60
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2014

Mission

At hero kids foundation, our mission is to support and uplift the families of first responders and military personnel through nature-based team- building activities and environmental education. We are dedicated to fostering resilience, camaraderie, and well-being within our community by providing unique, engaging experiences that strengthen bonds and inspire a deep appreciation for the natural world. Through our innovative programs and events, we aim to create a sustainable impact that empowers families and ensures lasting positive change.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
❤️ Health · NTEE E60
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.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar health in United States
Program spending This charity: 94%
Peer average: 89%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 19.57%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 74
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 18.8% of total expenses ($39,115 of $208,277).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.94
Program$0.94
94% to programs beats the peer average (89%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Hero Kids Foundation with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.

  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 92% of comparable charities. See the sources
  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • Its integrity score of 74 places it in the top 25% of the 98,862 health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • 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 + methodology

Hero Kids Foundation is a registered health nonprofit based in Suffolk, VA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. Its EIN is 463993070. 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 74/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $200K in annual revenue. 25 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Hero Kids Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 463993070. 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.

Hero Kids Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74/100. 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 74 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 94% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.

Hero Kids Foundation is located in Suffolk, VA, United States. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years.

Based on official tax filings, Hero Kids Foundation has $200K in annual revenue. It allocates 94% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 89% for health charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $41M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Hero Kids Foundation is classified as a Health organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $200K in annual revenue. The organization has 25 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Hero Kids Foundation. 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.

According to GiveRadar's records, Hero Kids Foundation 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 94% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 89%). 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.

Equine scholarship fund: hero kids foundation is able to provide nature based equine facilitated psychotherapy. Our scholarship provided access to: one on one (1 child to 1 horse) therapy, childrens group and equine therapy and opportunity for family counseling in a nature based setting. The number of sessions a family receives is dependent on combination of therapeutic modalities. Nature based activities: in our nature based programs we will provide team building and family dynamics development while engaging in activities such as raised gardens, crop development, outdoor team building activities and nature based family communication and connection activities. We also are developing opportunities for family weekend destination activities that would provide... Hero Kids Foundation is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2014.

Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 94% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of $200K is below the peer average of $41M.

Yes, donations to Hero Kids Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Hero Kids Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 463993070, 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.

Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
94% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 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.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
2

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

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John R••••••••
Founder & Director

Officers & trustees (6)

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Latest news

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health this charity 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

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 - 25 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 25 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2014
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Hero Kids Foundation

What is Hero Kids Foundation?
Hero Kids Foundation is a health publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Suffolk, United States. Equine scholarship fund: hero kids foundation is able to provide nature based equine facilitated psychotherapy. Our scholarship provided access to: one on one (1 child to 1 horse) therapy, childrens group and equine therapy and opportunity for family counseling in a nature based setting. The number of sessions a family receives is dependent on combination of therapeutic modalities. Nature based activities: in our nature based programs we will provide team building and family dynamics development while engaging in activities such as raised gardens, crop development, outdoor team building activities and nature based family communication and connection activities. We also are developing opportunities for family weekend destination activities that would provide a more personal assistance to families.
When was Hero Kids Foundation founded?
Hero Kids Foundation was founded in 2014.
Who leads Hero Kids Foundation?
John Raniowski serves as Founder & Director.
Where is Hero Kids Foundation located?
Headquartered in Suffolk, VA, United States.
What is Hero Kids Foundation's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 94% of expenses go to program services.
Is Hero Kids Foundation trustworthy?
Hero Kids Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74 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 Hero Kids Foundation's registration number?
IRS EIN: 463993070.
What is Hero Kids Foundation's website?
http://herokidsfoundation.org