Pathfinder International
Pathfinder builds lasting and trusted local partnerships to strengthen health systems, forging resilient pathways to sexual and reproductive health and rights for all.
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We build lasting and trusted local partnerships to strengthen health systems, forging resilient pathways to sexual and reproductive health and rights for all.
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Mission
Pathfinder builds lasting and trusted local partnerships to strengthen health systems, forging resilient pathways to sexual and reproductive health and rights for all.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyPathfinder International is a registered international nonprofit based in Washington, DC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1957 and has been operating for 69 years. Its EIN is 530235320. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 91/100 for international charities in United States. The organization reports $120M in annual revenue. 109 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Pathfinder International has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100. 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 79 ('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.
Pathfinder International is located in Washington, DC, United States. The organization was established in 1957 and has been active for 69 years.
Based on official tax filings, Pathfinder International has $120M in annual revenue. It allocates 1% 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.
Pathfinder 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 very-large organization. It has $120M in annual revenue. The organization has 109 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Pathfinder 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.
Pathfinder International has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 1% 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.
We build lasting and trusted local partnerships to strengthen health systems, forging resilient pathways to sexual and reproductive health and rights for all. Pathfinder International is classified as a international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1957.
Among international charities registered in United States: Pathfinder International's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100 is below the peer average of 91/100. It allocates 1% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of $120M is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Pathfinder International are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 530235320, 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
5 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
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
PATHFINDER 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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Leadership
Officers & trustees (25)
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Latest news
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Sentiment
NeutralWhat veterans need to know before moving into the charity and third sector - Pathfinder International Magazine
Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: Standing strong through and beyond service - Pathfinder International Magazine
Financing, accountability key to improving maternal, newborn health in Africa - Pathfinder International - Blueprint Newspapers
Saket Sinha joins Board of Directors at Pathfinder International India - bestmediainfo.com
Pathfinder International Senior Marketing Manager Salaries in Decatur, AL - Comparably
70,000 Ogun girls vaccinated against HPV to prevent cervical cancer - Punch Newspapers
Women’s health endures only when women own it - The EastAfrican
Stakeholders seek stronger community action for improved PHC financing - The Guardian Nigeria News
Ogun women get free cervical cancer screening - Punch Newspapers
Nigerian Women Leaders Unveil Plan to Strengthen Health and Climate Resilience - Modern Diplomacy
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- Registration and legal identity
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- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 109 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
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Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact
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Quick facts about Pathfinder International
- What is Pathfinder International?
- Pathfinder International is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Washington, United States. We build lasting and trusted local partnerships to strengthen health systems, forging resilient pathways to sexual and reproductive health and rights for all.
- When was Pathfinder International founded?
- Pathfinder International was founded in 1957.
- Who leads Pathfinder International?
- Joseph Perera serves as CFO & Treasurer.
- Where is Pathfinder International located?
- Headquartered in Washington, United States. The charity operates in 17 countries.
- What is Pathfinder International's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100M-$1B. 1% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Pathfinder International trustworthy?
- Pathfinder International has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79 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 Pathfinder International's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 530235320. Registration: 53-0235320 (United States).
- What is Pathfinder International's website?
- http://www.pathfinder.org