Seeds for a Future
Providing families & communities with training, resources & ongoing support to sustainably raise small animals (chickens, ducks, rabbits, etc.) to increase their access to nuitritional food and develop …
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Our mission is to eliminate chronic malnutrition and disease among rural families and communities by equipping them with the training and resources to achieve sustainable food security, improve their nutrition and health, and create new income opportunities. Rooted in long-term training and mentoring of families to provide the knowledge and skills they need for success, our self-reliance model also fosters the development of "home-grown" leadership, facilitating the Program's spread throughout the community. The concepts and methods used by Seeds for a Future can be successfully applied in rural communities worldwide when proper attention is given to local environmental, cultural, and community factors.
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Mission
Providing families & communities with training, resources & ongoing support to sustainably raise small animals (chickens, ducks, rabbits, etc.) to increase their access to nuitritional food and develop more economic opportunities
Focus areas & reach
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· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Seeds for a Future has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 5 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 5 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 97% of comparable organizations. See the sources
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 80% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar's profile for Seeds for a Future draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical international charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records
- 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 + methodologySeeds for a Future is a registered international nonprofit based in Prescott, AZ, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2009 and has been operating for 17 years. Its EIN is 412206020. 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 70/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1M in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
Seeds for a Future's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 412206020. 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.
Seeds for a Future has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70/100. 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 70 ('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 90/100.
Seeds for a Future is located in Prescott, AZ, United States. The organization was established in 2009 and has been active for 17 years.
Based on official tax filings, Seeds for a Future has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 67% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 73% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Seeds for a Future is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $1M in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for Seeds for a Future. 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, Seeds for a Future 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 67% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). 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.
Our mission is to eliminate chronic malnutrition and disease among rural families and communities by equipping them with the training and resources to achieve sustainable food security, improve their nutrition and health, and create new income opportunities. Rooted in long-term training and mentoring of families to provide the knowledge and skills they need for success, our self-reliance model also fosters the development of "home-grown" leadership, facilitating the Program's spread throughout the community. The concepts and methods used by Seeds for a Future can be successfully applied in rural communities worldwide when proper attention is given to local environmental, cultural, and community factors. Seeds for a Future is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2009.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 67% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $1M is below the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Seeds for a Future are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Seeds for a Future is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 412206020, 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
1 year 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.
SEEDS FOR A FUTURE 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
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (1)
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1 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 - 1 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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- GlobalGiving partner directory
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 1 officer 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 · 2009
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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 Seeds for a Future
- What is Seeds for a Future?
- Seeds for a Future is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Prescott, United States. Our mission is to eliminate chronic malnutrition and disease among rural families and communities by equipping them with the training and resources to achieve sustainable food security, improve their nutrition and health, and create new income opportunities. Rooted in long-term training and mentoring of families to provide the knowledge and skills they need for success, our self-reliance model also fosters the development of "home-grown" leadership, facilitating the Program's spread throughout the community. The concepts and methods used by Seeds for a Future can be successfully applied in rural communities worldwide when proper attention is given to local environmental, cultural, and community factors.
- When was Seeds for a Future founded?
- Seeds for a Future was founded in 2009.
- Who leads Seeds for a Future?
- Suzanne de Berge serves as President.
- Where is Seeds for a Future located?
- Headquartered in Prescott, AZ, United States.
- What is Seeds for a Future's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 67% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Seeds for a Future trustworthy?
- Seeds for a Future has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70 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 Seeds for a Future's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 412206020. Registration: 41-2206020 (United States).
- What is Seeds for a Future's website?
- http://www.seedsforafuture.org