Our financial performance and efficiency

Pets for Patriots is committed to financial transparency and making available publicly required financial disclosures. The metrics below are used by Charity Navigator, which has awarded Pets for Patriots a Four-Star, 100% rating. This signifies that we exceed or meet best practices and industry standards across all areas reviewed by the organization.

Independently audited financial statements and Forms 990 and 990 EZ, respectively, are available below. We are proud to have earned the Platinum GuideStar Nonprofit Profile Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, the highest level of recognition offered by the world’s largest source of nonprofit information.

Program expenses:

84% of our total expenses in 2022, a year challenged by high inflation, went towards programs and services that support veterans and shelter pets.

Fundraising efficiency:

It only costs us $.05 in fundraising expenses for each $1 raised.

Working capital ratio in years:

We have sufficient working capital to sustain our programs for over 1.36 years.

Administrative expenses:

Only 11% of total expenses go towards administrative costs.

Liabilities to assets:

Our liabilities represent less than 5% of our total assets.

Donations at work:

See how dollars make a difference in the lives of veterans and shelter animals.

FINANCIAL FAQS

Is Pets for Patriots rated on Charity Navigator?
Yes. Pets for Patriots is proud to hold a Four-star, 100% Charity Navigator rating. According to Charity Navigator this rating means an organization, “Exceeds or meets best practices and industry standards across almost all areas. Likely to be a highly-effective charity.” See our Charity Navigator listing here.

What is the difference between Form 990 EZ and Form 990?
The Internal Revenue Service determines which form an exempt organization must file based upon financial activity (gross receipts and total assets). Pets for Patriots files the appropriate and required document based upon these IRS criteria.

Where can I see an operating budget?
We do not publish forward-looking financial estimates, projections or budgets, nor are required to by law. We use these documents internally for the purposes of organizational and strategic planning only.

IRS DETERMINATION LETTER

A copy of our IRS determination/501(c)(3) letter is available for download here.

Confirmation of 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) statuses is available for download here.

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