Positive Strides Inc
To provide therapeutic horseback riding as physical and emotional support for mentally and physically disabled individuals.
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From autism and addiction recovery to PTSD and cerebral palsy, equine therapy can play a powerful role in giving a person the confidence and skills they need to live a fulfilling life.
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Mission
To provide therapeutic horseback riding as physical and emotional support for mentally and physically disabled individuals.
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Positive Strides Inc has a complete profile, sourced from 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 has more complete contact information than 74% of comparable charities, with a verified website, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
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- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyPositive Strides Inc is a registered nonprofit based in Easton, MD, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1992 and has been operating for 34 years. Its EIN is 521784328. 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 67/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $177K in annual revenue. 32 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Positive Strides Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 521784328. 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.
Positive Strides Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100. 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 67 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 80% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for charities in United States is 90/100.
Positive Strides Inc is located in Easton, MD, United States. The organization was established in 1992 and has been active for 34 years.
Based on official tax filings, Positive Strides Inc has $177K in annual revenue. It allocates 80% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 77% for charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Positive Strides Inc. 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, Positive Strides 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 80% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 77%). 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.
From autism and addiction recovery to PTSD and cerebral palsy, equine therapy can play a powerful role in giving a person the confidence and skills they need to live a fulfilling life. Positive Strides Inc is registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1992.
Yes, donations to Positive Strides Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Positive Strides Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 521784328, 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
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.
POSITIVE STRIDES 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
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (12)
Source: Public filings
12 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 - 32 disclosed in the public registry.
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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 32 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 · 1992
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Positive Strides Inc
- What is Positive Strides Inc?
- Positive Strides Inc is a publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Easton, United States. From autism and addiction recovery to PTSD and cerebral palsy, equine therapy can play a powerful role in giving a person the confidence and skills they need to live a fulfilling life.
- When was Positive Strides Inc founded?
- Positive Strides Inc was founded in 1992.
- Who leads Positive Strides Inc?
- Kim Hopkins serves as Executive Dir..
- Where is Positive Strides Inc located?
- Headquartered in Easton, MD, United States.
- What is Positive Strides Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 80% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Positive Strides Inc trustworthy?
- Positive Strides Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67 out of 100 (Partial 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 Positive Strides Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 521784328.
- What is Positive Strides Inc's website?
- http://www.positivestridescenter.org