Tippedears
To combat cat overpopulation through humane tnr (trap-neuter-return). By reducing the overall cat population, fewer cats will need to be euthanized in shelters for space, and there will …
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Foster program: orphaned/injured/sick kittens found at colonies where tippedears is actively trapping are enrolled in the foster program, space allowing. Kittens are placed in the care of foster families (volunteers) until ready for adoption (2 fvrcp vaccines, microchip, spayed/neutered). Kittens are then adopted out to the public through an adoption process. Tnr program: cats are humanely trapped, sterilized and released back into their outdoor colonies. Sick or injured cats are treated and held until recovered, then released. This prevents cat overpopulation and lowers the amount of unsocialized cats surrendered to the shelters and subsequently euthanized as non-adoptable. Working cat program: cats who enter our tnr program but have no safe place to return to get relocated through our working cat …
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Mission
To combat cat overpopulation through humane tnr (trap-neuter-return). By reducing the overall cat population, fewer cats will need to be euthanized in shelters for space, and there will not be as many kittens dying on the streets. There are not enough adoptive homes to support the growing cat population. In order to solve this problem, tippedears believes it is essential to fight the root of the problem to prevent the excess of kittens born each year. Humane tnr is the most effective solution to solving cat overpopulation in our society and improving each cat's quality of life.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyTippedears is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Costa Mesa, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2022. Its EIN is 883942279. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $225K in annual revenue. 12 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Tippedears has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. 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 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 92/100.
Tippedears is located in Costa Mesa, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2022 and has been active for 4 years.
Based on official tax filings, Tippedears has $225K in annual revenue. It allocates 70% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 96% 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.
Tippedears is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has $225K in annual revenue. The organization has 12 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Tippedears. 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.
Tippedears has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 70% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 96%. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Foster program: orphaned/injured/sick kittens found at colonies where tippedears is actively trapping are enrolled in the foster program, space allowing. Kittens are placed in the care of foster families (volunteers) until ready for adoption (2 fvrcp vaccines, microchip, spayed/neutered). Kittens are then adopted out to the public through an adoption process. Tnr program: cats are humanely trapped, sterilized and released back into their outdoor colonies. Sick or injured cats are treated and held until recovered, then released. This prevents cat overpopulation and lowers the amount of unsocialized cats surrendered to the shelters and subsequently euthanized as non-adoptable. Working cat program: cats who enter our tnr program but have no safe... Tippedears is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2022.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: Tippedears's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 is in line with the peer average of 92/100. It allocates 70% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 96%. Its annual revenue of $225K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Tippedears are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Tippedears is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 883942279, 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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Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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TIPPEDEARS 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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NeutralEnjoy your fiction in the company of foster cats at this Long Beach boutique - Los Angeles Times
Scratch This: Buy a zine and help a kitty! - Long Beach Watchdog
Meet Renae & Vita Woith & Manzoli - CanvasRebel Magazine
First confirmed cases of rabbit virus found in UK hares - BBC Wildlife Magazine
North Reading Police Report Possible Bobcat Sighting on Southwick Road - Patch
How to identify Canada’s 5 rabbit and hare species - Cottage Life
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Quick facts about Tippedears
- What is Tippedears?
- Tippedears is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Costa Mesa, United States. Foster program: orphaned/injured/sick kittens found at colonies where tippedears is actively trapping are enrolled in the foster program, space allowing. Kittens are placed in the care of foster families (volunteers) until ready for adoption (2 fvrcp vaccines, microchip, spayed/neutered). Kittens are then adopted out to the public through an adoption process. Tnr program: cats are humanely trapped, sterilized and released back into their outdoor colonies. Sick or injured cats are treated and held until recovered, then released. This prevents cat overpopulation and lowers the amount of unsocialized cats surrendered to the shelters and subsequently euthanized as non-adoptable. Working cat program: cats who enter our tnr program but have no safe place to return to get relocated through our working cat program. This prevents them from being surrendered to the shelter and subsequently euthanized as non-adoptable. Working cat program placements are typically breweries, warehouses, churches and farms in need for rodent control.
- When was Tippedears founded?
- Tippedears was founded in 2022.
- Who leads Tippedears?
- Vita Manzoli serves as Co-Founder/CFO.
- Where is Tippedears located?
- Headquartered in Costa Mesa, United States.
- What is Tippedears's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 70% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Tippedears trustworthy?
- Tippedears has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 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 Tippedears's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 883942279. Registration: 88-3942279 (United States).
- What is Tippedears's website?
- http://www.tippedears.org