Ms Foundation for Women Inc
Since 1973, the Ms. Foundation for Women has worked to build women's collective power in the U.S. to advance equity and justice for all. Our vision is to …
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Since 1973, the Ms. Foundation for Women has worked to build women's collective power in the U.S. to advance equity and justice for all. Our vision is to create a just and safe world where power and possibility are not limited by gender, race, class, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or age. We believe that equity and inclusion are the cornerstones of a true democracy in which the worth and dignity of every person is valued. Ms. Foundation advances meaningful social, cultural and economic change in the lives of all women and girls by using grantmaking, capacity building, strategic communications, and philanthropic advocacy to invest in and strengthen movements led by and for people who are directly targeted by white …
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Mission
Since 1973, the Ms. Foundation for Women has worked to build women's collective power in the U.S. to advance equity and justice for all. Our vision is to create a just and safe world where power and possibility are not limited by gender, race, class, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or age. We believe that equity and inclusion are the cornerstones of a true democracy in which the worth and dignity of every person is valued. Ms. Foundation advances meaningful social, cultural and economic change in the lives of all women and girls by using grantmaking, capacity building, strategic communications, and philanthropic advocacy to invest in and strengthen movements led by and for people who are directly targeted by white supremacy and patriarchy: cis, trans, and intersex women and girls of color as well as non-binary, two-spirit, and trans masculine people of color.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 5 similar social services in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Ms Foundation for Women Inc 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
- GiveRadar holds 12 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2023 - a deeper filing history than 99% of the 8,275 social services charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 75 places it in the top 25% of the 15,199 social services charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (12 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 + methodologyMs Foundation for Women Inc is a registered social services nonprofit based in Brooklyn, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1973 and has been operating for 53 years. Its EIN is 237252609. 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 75/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $12M in annual revenue. 80 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Ms Foundation for Women Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 237252609. 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.
Ms Foundation for Women Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75/100. 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 75 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for social services charities in United States is 90/100.
Ms Foundation for Women Inc is located in Brooklyn, NY, United States. The organization was established in 1973 and has been active for 53 years. Its registered address is 1 Willoughby Square, Suite 2000, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Ms Foundation for Women Inc has $12M in annual revenue. It allocates 73% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 74% for social services charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Ms Foundation for Women Inc is classified as a Social Services organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $12M in annual revenue. The organization has 80 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Ms Foundation for Women Inc. 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, Ms Foundation for Women Inc 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 74%). 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.
Since 1973, the Ms. Foundation for Women has worked to build women's collective power in the U.S. to advance equity and justice for all. Our vision is to create a just and safe world where power and possibility are not limited by gender, race, class, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or age. We believe that equity and inclusion are the cornerstones of a true democracy in which the worth and dignity of every person is valued. Ms. Foundation advances meaningful social, cultural and economic change in the lives of all women and girls by using grantmaking, capacity building, strategic communications, and philanthropic advocacy to invest in and strengthen movements led... Ms Foundation for Women Inc is classified as a social services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1973.
Among social services charities registered in United States: It allocates 73% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $12M is well above the peer average of $2M.
Yes, donations to Ms Foundation for Women Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Ms Foundation for Women Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 237252609, 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 (FY2023): 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.
MS FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC 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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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2023 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.
Forever Chemicals Linked to MS in Women, Study Suggests - Newsweek
Claremont-M-S Women's Water Polo - FloSwimming
Businesswomen across Greenville speak on inspirations and dreams for Women's History Month - deltanews.tv
2026 Chapman vs Claremont M-S - Women's Water Polo - FloSwimming
SCIAC Women's Water Polo - FloSwimming
ACTRIMS 2026: Bazedoxifene fails to boost myelin repair in women with MS - Multiple Sclerosis News Today
Women Physicians Day 2026: Supporting Women With MS Through Reproductive and Life Stage Transitions - NeurologyLive
2026 Whittier vs Claremont M-S - Women's Water Polo - FloSwimming
Letter From the Editor: Welcome to 2026! Women Are Shaping What Comes Next. - Ms. Magazine
Gene on X chromosome may fuel higher MS risk for women: Study - Multiple Sclerosis News Today
Activity timeline
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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 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 80 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
- Supplementary verification
- GlobalGiving partner directory
- 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 · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 80 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 · 1973
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Ms Foundation for Women Inc
- What is Ms Foundation for Women Inc?
- Ms Foundation for Women Inc is a social services publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Brooklyn, United States. Since 1973, the Ms. Foundation for Women has worked to build women's collective power in the U.S. to advance equity and justice for all. Our vision is to create a just and safe world where power and possibility are not limited by gender, race, class, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or age. We believe that equity and inclusion are the cornerstones of a true democracy in which the worth and dignity of every person is valued. Ms. Foundation advances meaningful social, cultural and economic change in the lives of all women and girls by using grantmaking, capacity building, strategic communications, and philanthropic advocacy to invest in and strengthen movements led by and for people who are directly targeted by white supremacy and patriarchy: cis, trans, and intersex women and girls of color as well as non-binary, two-spirit, and trans masculine people of color.
- When was Ms Foundation for Women Inc founded?
- Ms Foundation for Women Inc was founded in 1973.
- Who leads Ms Foundation for Women Inc?
- Rosina Barba serves as COO.
- Where is Ms Foundation for Women Inc located?
- Headquartered in Brooklyn, NY, United States.
- What is Ms Foundation for Women Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $10M-$100M. 73% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Ms Foundation for Women Inc trustworthy?
- Ms Foundation for Women Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75 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 Ms Foundation for Women Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 237252609.
- What is Ms Foundation for Women Inc's website?
- http://www.forwomen.org