One Tail at a Time West Texas
The primary purpose of The Underground Dog is to rescue homeless and unwanted animals in south Brewster and Presidio Counties Texas
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In 2022 (Jan 1-Dec 31) The Underground Dog directly rescued 183 dogs and 24 cats by finding then foster homes, providing requisite veterinary care, purchasing supplies for their well-being, and placing them for transport or adoption.
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Mission
The primary purpose of The Underground Dog is to rescue homeless and unwanted animals in south Brewster and Presidio Counties Texas
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· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United StatesConcerns
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, One Tail at a Time West Texas has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable charities, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- It is one of the better-documented animal welfare charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- It has more complete contact information than 72% of comparable charities, with a verified website, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyOne Tail at a Time West Texas is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Terlingua, TX, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2022. Its EIN is 874385572. 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 73/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $253K in annual revenue. 7 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
One Tail at a Time West Texas's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 874385572. 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.
One Tail at a Time West Texas has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73/100. 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 73 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 87% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 90/100.
One Tail at a Time West Texas is located in Terlingua, TX, United States. The organization was established in 2022 and has been active for 4 years. Its registered address is 264 Coltrins Camp Rd, United States.
Based on official tax filings, One Tail at a Time West Texas has $253K in annual revenue. It allocates 87% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 91% for animal welfare charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
One Tail at a Time West Texas is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $253K in annual revenue. The organization has 7 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for One Tail at a Time West Texas. 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, One Tail at a Time West Texas 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 87% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 91%). 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.
In 2022 (Jan 1-Dec 31) The Underground Dog directly rescued 183 dogs and 24 cats by finding then foster homes, providing requisite veterinary care, purchasing supplies for their well-being, and placing them for transport or adoption. One Tail at a Time West Texas is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2022.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 87% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $253K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to One Tail at a Time West Texas are generally tax-deductible in the United States. One Tail at a Time West Texas is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 874385572, 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
3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
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ONE TAIL AT A TIME WEST TEXAS 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (4)
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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 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 7 disclosed in the public registry.
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Data freshness
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 7 officers on file
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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 · 2022
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about One Tail at a Time West Texas
- What is One Tail at a Time West Texas?
- One Tail at a Time West Texas is a animal welfare supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Terlingua, United States. In 2022 (Jan 1-Dec 31) The Underground Dog directly rescued 183 dogs and 24 cats by finding then foster homes, providing requisite veterinary care, purchasing supplies for their well-being, and placing them for transport or adoption.
- When was One Tail at a Time West Texas founded?
- One Tail at a Time West Texas was founded in 2022.
- Who leads One Tail at a Time West Texas?
- Heather Hall serves as President, board of directors.
- Where is One Tail at a Time West Texas located?
- Headquartered in Terlingua, TX, United States.
- What is One Tail at a Time West Texas's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 87% of expenses go to program services.
- Is One Tail at a Time West Texas trustworthy?
- One Tail at a Time West Texas has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73 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 One Tail at a Time West Texas's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 874385572.
- What is One Tail at a Time West Texas's website?
- https://www.theundergrounddog.org