International : International Peace, Security, and Affairs
Amigos de las Américas
Facilitating transformational community service
Rating
| Overall Rating |  |
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| (58.39) | |||
| Organizational Efficiency | |||
| Program Expenses | 84.5% | ||
| Administrative Expenses | 4.1% | ||
| Fundraising Expenses | 11.2% | ||
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.11 | ||
| Efficiency Rating |  |
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| (33.39) | |||
| Organizational Capacity | |||
| Primary Revenue Growth | 7.8% | ||
| Program Expenses Growth | 12.3% | ||
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 0.48 | ||
| Capacity Rating |  |
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| (25.00) |
Income Statement (FYE 09/2008)
Contact Information
Amigos de las Américas
5618 Star Lane
Houston, TX 77057
tel: (800) 231-7796
fax: (713) 782-9267
EIN: 74-1547146
Leadership (FYE 09/2008)
| Name | Title | Compensation | % of Expenses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emily Untermeyer | Executive Director (The person identified as holding the highest position of management, and therefore who would normally be responsible for carrying out the mission of the charity and leading the organization on a day-to-day basis.) | $114,553 | 3.35% |
Donor Privacy Policy
YES, this charity has a written donor privacy policy.
Mission
Founded in 1965 in Houston, Amigos de las Américas (AMIGOS) is an international organization that provides unparalleled leadership and community service opportunities for young people while concurrently contributing to the well-being of hundreds of communities throughout the Americas. Supported by a strong network of Pan-American chapters, high school and college students from diverse backgrounds work successfully with host communities and partner agencies to address health and education priorities. AMIGOS Volunteers immerse themselves in the lives of their host communities and truly experience collaborative development work. During its 43-year history, more than 20,000 AMIGOS Volunteers have gained a life-long commitment to community service, while strengthening multicultural understanding and friendships in the Americas.
Charities Performing Similar Types of Work
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amigos de las Américas - TX | 58.39 | |
| East-West Center Foundation - HI | 56.01 | |
| WorldTeach - MA | 67.06 | |
| The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International - IL | 69.08 | |
| American Academy in Rome - NY | 62.75 | |
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amigos de las Américas - TX | 58.39 | |
| The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International - IL | 69.08 | |
| Birthright Israel Foundation - NY | 69.61 | |
| Ashoka - VA | 63.90 | |
| WorldTeach - MA | 67.06 | |
| Institute of International Education - NY | 64.83 | |
