Susie Spector Foundation
Raising awareness through education to inspire changes in attitudes and actions that impact the welfare of animals.
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Mission
Raising awareness through education to inspire changes in attitudes and actions that impact the welfare of animals.
Focus areas & reach
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· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Susie Spector Foundation has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- It has more complete contact information than 72% of comparable organizations, with a verified website, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Susie Spector Foundation draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical animal welfare charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- 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 + methodologySusie Spector Foundation is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Studio City, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2013 and has been operating for 13 years. Its EIN is 352491604. 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 $205K in annual revenue. 20 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Susie Spector Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 352491604. 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.
Susie Spector Foundation 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. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 90/100.
Susie Spector Foundation is located in Studio City, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2013 and has been active for 13 years.
Based on official tax filings, Susie Spector Foundation has $205K in annual revenue. It allocates 18% of expenses to programs and services. This is below 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.
Susie Spector Foundation is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $205K in annual revenue. The organization has 20 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Susie Spector Foundation. 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, Susie Spector Foundation 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 18% 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.
OUR VISION Every animal enjoys a safe and compassionate environment free from any and all types of abuse. Change a life. Make a donation today! Donate Now » Learn more about the Susie Spector Foundation! Learn More » Purchase a “Kind is Kool” Susie Spector Foundation is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2013.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 18% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $205K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Susie Spector Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Susie Spector Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 352491604, 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.
SUSIE SPECTOR FOUNDATION 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 (6)
Source: Public filings
6 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 - 20 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
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 · 20 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 · 2013
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Susie Spector Foundation
- What is Susie Spector Foundation?
- Susie Spector Foundation is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Studio City, United States. OUR VISION Every animal enjoys a safe and compassionate environment free from any and all types of abuse. Change a life. Make a donation today! Donate Now » Learn more about the Susie Spector Foundation! Learn More » Purchase a “Kind is Kool”
- When was Susie Spector Foundation founded?
- Susie Spector Foundation was founded in 2013.
- Who leads Susie Spector Foundation?
- Deborah Knaan serves as President.
- Where is Susie Spector Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Studio City, CA, United States.
- What is Susie Spector Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 18% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Susie Spector Foundation trustworthy?
- Susie Spector Foundation 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 Susie Spector Foundation's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 352491604.
- What is Susie Spector Foundation's website?
- http://susiespectorfoundation.org