The Root Farm Inc
THE ROOT FARM IS FOCUSED ON LEARNING AND HEALING FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES THROUGH THE POWER OF EQUINE, AGRICULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCES.
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Mission
The root farm is focused on learning and healing for people of all ages and abilities through the power of equine, agricultural and recreational experiences.
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· FY2022 · IRS 990 (FY2022)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, The Root Farm Inc has a complete profile, sourced from the IRS.
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- GiveRadar holds 3 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2022. See the filings
- GiveRadar's profile for The Root Farm Inc draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical health charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
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- financial records (3 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 + methodologyThe Root Farm Inc is a registered health nonprofit based in Sauquoit, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1999 and has been operating for 27 years. Its EIN is 161568243. 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 63/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $529K in annual revenue. 28 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
The Root Farm Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 161568243. 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.
The Root Farm Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63/100. 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 63 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 88% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.
The Root Farm Inc is located in Sauquoit, NY, United States. The organization was established in 1999 and has been active for 27 years.
Based on official tax filings, The Root Farm Inc has $529K in annual revenue. It allocates 88% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 89% for health charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $41M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Root Farm Inc is classified as a Health 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 $529K in annual revenue. The organization has 28 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for The Root Farm Inc. 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, The Root Farm 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 88% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 89%). 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.
Explore Root Farm in Sauquoit, NY--your destination for fun activities, local produce, horseback riding, events, and more. Visit us today! The Root Farm Inc is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1999.
Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 88% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of $529K is below the peer average of $41M.
Yes, donations to The Root Farm Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. The Root Farm Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 161568243, 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
3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2022): 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.
THE ROOT FARM 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 FY2022 filing
Officers & trustees (10)
Source: Public filings
10 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 2022 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 28 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 · FY2022 on record
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Named leadership · 28 officers 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 · 1999
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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 The Root Farm Inc
- What is The Root Farm Inc?
- The Root Farm Inc is a health publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Sauquoit, United States. Explore Root Farm in Sauquoit, NY--your destination for fun activities, local produce, horseback riding, events, and more. Visit us today!
- When was The Root Farm Inc founded?
- The Root Farm Inc was founded in 1999.
- Who leads The Root Farm Inc?
- Joan Grande serves as PRESIDENT.
- Where is The Root Farm Inc located?
- Headquartered in Sauquoit, NY, United States.
- What is The Root Farm Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately $100K-$1M. 88% of expenses go to program services.
- Is The Root Farm Inc trustworthy?
- The Root Farm Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63 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 The Root Farm Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 161568243.
- What is The Root Farm Inc's website?
- https://www.rootfarm.org