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    Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation

    Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation

     

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    501(c)(3) organization

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    http://www.fidelco.org

    103 Vision Way
    Bloomfield CT 06002

    860-243-5200


    Bloomfield CT | IRS ruling year: 1990 | EIN: 06-6060478  

     

    Organization Mission

    Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation partners people who are blind with expertly bred and trained German Shepherd guide dogs, providing all clients with increased independence to improve their lives and the world around them. Fidelco guide dogs become partners in clients' engaged and vibrant lives -- providing increased independence for people as they pursue their goals and dreams.

    All Fidelco guide dogs are provided at no cost to adults who are legally blind. Fidelco guide dog recipients include advocates for people with disabilities, veterans, students, teachers, athletes, busy parents and active retirees.

    Fidelco is accredited by the International Guide Dog Federation and is a founding member of the U.S. Council of Dog Guide Schools. For over six decades, Fidelco has bred the German Shepherd Dog. Since 1981, Fidelco has trained and placed more than 1,550 German Shepherd guide dogs across North America.

     


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    This charity's score is 92%, earning it a Four-Star rating. If this organization aligns with your passions and values, you can give with confidence.


    This overall score is calculated entirely from a single beacon score, weighted as follows: 100% Accountability & Finance. Learn more about our criteria and methodology.

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    Accountability & Finance

     

    Score

    92

    Most Recent Fiscal Year:
    FY 2022

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    Key Accountability Metrics

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    Majority Independent Board Members - 100% independent members10 out of 10 points  
    Independent Board Size - 10 independent members10 out of 10 points  
    Financial Statements - Audit and Oversight Committee20 out of 20 points  
    Material Diversion of Assets - None20 out of 20 points  

    Tax Form Disclosures and Policies

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    Website Listed on Tax Form - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Conflict of Interest Policy - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Whistleblower Policy - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Document Retention and Destruction - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Documents Board Meeting Minutes - Yes5 out of 5 points  
    Tax Form Distributed to Board Before Filing - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Loans to/from Officers - Missing5 out of 5 points  

    Website Disclosures

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    Tax Form Posted on Nonprofit's Website - Listed5 out of 5 points  

    Financial Metrics

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    Liabilities to Assets: Ratio - 18.79%25 out of 25 points  
    Program Expense: Ratio - 61.56%14 out of 25 points  
    Fundraising Efficiency: Ratio - $0.2521 out of 25 points  
    Working Capital: Ratio - 2.01 years25 out of 25 points  

    Additional Information

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