Vital Strategies Inc
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Visit www.vitalstrategies.orgAbout Vital Strategies Inc
Vital Strategies Inc is a international organization based in NEW YORK, United States. Annual revenue: $109.1 million. EIN: 223419667.
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Mission
At vital strategies, we're reimagining public health, working for a world where everyone, everywhere is protected by equitable and effective public health systems.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Vital Strategies Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable charities, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- Its integrity score of 77 places it in the top 10% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyVital Strategies Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in New York, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1995 and has been operating for 31 years. Its EIN is 223419667. 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 77/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $132M in annual revenue. 138 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Vital Strategies Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 223419667. 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.
Vital Strategies Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 88% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
Vital Strategies Inc is located in New York, NY, United States. The organization was established in 1995 and has been active for 31 years.
Based on official tax filings, Vital Strategies Inc has $132M in annual revenue. It allocates 88% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 75% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Vital Strategies Inc 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 major organization. It has $132M in annual revenue. The organization has 138 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Vital Strategies 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, Vital Strategies 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 75%). 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.
Vital Strategies Inc is a international organization based in NEW YORK, United States. Annual revenue: $109.1 million. EIN: 223419667. Vital Strategies Inc is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1995.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 88% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 75%. Its annual revenue of $132M is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Vital Strategies Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Vital Strategies Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 223419667, 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.
VITAL STRATEGIES 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
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
8 articles found
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2026 World Cup: Global Health Leaders Demand FIFA End its Coca-Cola Partnership - Vital Strategies - The Journal Gazette
Bloomberg’s influence on WHO, Vital Strategies blocks tobacco harm reduction: A Global Reproach - The Tribune
Multiple sclerosis community event in Donegal: Meet experts and learn vital strategies - Donegal News
Vital Strategies is Seeking a Program Manager – Apply Before 30 March 2026 - Global South Opportunities
Open Call: Vital Strategies Grant Program to Reduce Tobacco Use - fundsforNGOs
Early cancer detection saves lives: Expert shares prevention strategies - 23ABC News Bakersfield
‘In India, real opportunity lies in enhancing cancer screening to detect cases early and ensure timely treatment,’ says Mary-Ann Etiebet of Vital Strategies - The Indian Express
Not the Starbucks of Global Health: Vital Strategies Builds From Within - Global Health NOW
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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 - 138 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- 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 · 138 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 · 1995
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Vital Strategies Inc
- What is Vital Strategies Inc?
- Vital Strategies Inc is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in New York, United States. Vital Strategies Inc is a international organization based in NEW YORK, United States. Annual revenue: $109.1 million. EIN: 223419667.
- When was Vital Strategies Inc founded?
- Vital Strategies Inc was founded in 1995.
- Who leads Vital Strategies Inc?
- Wallace D'Souza serves as Cfao.
- Where is Vital Strategies Inc located?
- Headquartered in New York, NY, United States.
- What is Vital Strategies Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100M-$1B. 88% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Vital Strategies Inc trustworthy?
- Vital Strategies Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 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 Vital Strategies Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 223419667.
- What is Vital Strategies Inc's website?
- http://www.vitalstrategies.org