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Research Ranch Foundation

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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
66/100 · methodology

About Research Ranch Foundation

Research Ranch Foundation is a science technology organization based in TUCSON, United States. Annual revenue: $19K. EIN: 860127922.

Headquarters
Tucson, AZ
Foundation type
Private operating foundation (tax-exempt)
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
micro

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1969

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Science & Technology
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar science & technology in United States
Integrity Assessment This charity: 66
Peer average: 90

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

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Research Ranch Foundation is a registered science & technology nonprofit based in Tucson, AZ, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Its EIN is 860127922. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 90/100 for science & technology charities in United States. The organization reports $7K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.

Research Ranch Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. 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 66 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for science & technology charities in United States is 90/100.

Research Ranch Foundation is located in Tucson, AZ, United States.

Based on official tax filings, Research Ranch Foundation has $7K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of $14M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Research Ranch Foundation is classified as a Science & Technology organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Private operating foundation (tax-exempt). By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has $7K in annual revenue. The organization has 3 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Research Ranch Foundation. 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.

Research Ranch Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. Visit the Research Ranch Foundation profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Research Ranch Foundation is a science technology organization based in TUCSON, United States. Annual revenue: $19K. EIN: 860127922. Research Ranch Foundation is classified as a science & technology organization registered in United States.

Among science & technology charities registered in United States: Research Ranch Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100 is below the peer average of 90/100. Its annual revenue of $7K is below the peer average of $14M.

Yes, donations to Research Ranch Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Research Ranch Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 860127922, 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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Annual revenue
Under $10K
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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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Leadership

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Nathan Appleton
President

Officers & trustees (2)

Source: Public filings

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Elizabeth T•••••••••
Director
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Nathan A•••••••
President
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Activity timeline

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FY2023
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FY2021
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Peer charities

Other science & technology in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Research Ranch Foundation This page 66 $7,411 -
Technology Student Association 93 $229,263 97%
Humanity Plus Inc 90 $263,171 89%
Society for Literature and Science Inc 90 $138,215 67%
Bioinnovations Institute 89 $1.3 million 91%
Collaborative for Leadership in Ayres Sensory Integration 89 $1.8 million -
Alfred e Mann Foundation for Scientific Research 89 $18.1 million -
Citizen Science Foundation 89 $551,176 95%
Blue Marble Space 89 $5.1 million -

Sources and verification

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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 - 3 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
65%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified
Founding date
Year the organisation was founded not on file

Methodology

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Quick facts about Research Ranch Foundation

What is Research Ranch Foundation?
Research Ranch Foundation is a science & technology private operating foundation (tax-exempt) based in Tucson, United States. Research Ranch Foundation is a science technology organization based in TUCSON, United States. Annual revenue: $19K. EIN: 860127922.
Who leads Research Ranch Foundation?
Nathan Appleton serves as President.
Where is Research Ranch Foundation located?
Headquartered in Tucson, United States.
What is Research Ranch Foundation's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately Under $10K.
Is Research Ranch Foundation trustworthy?
Research Ranch Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66 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 Research Ranch Foundation's registration number?
IRS EIN: 860127922.
What is Research Ranch Foundation's website?
http://www.researchranch.audubon.org