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    Equine Advocates

    Equine Advocates

     

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    501(c)(3) organization

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    Chatham NY | IRS ruling year: 1996 | EIN: 11-3313534  

     

    Organization Mission

    Equine Advocates was founded in 1996. We focus our work on rescue, sanctuary, education and advocacy. Our Mission Statement is, "To rescue, protect and prevent the abuse of equines through education, investigation, rescue operations, the dissemination of information to the public and the operation of a horse sanctuary for slaughter-bound, abused and neglected equines." Over the years we have rescued thousands of horses, ponies, donkeys & mules. The sanctuary, located in Chatham, NY, is 140-acres and currently home to 82 rescued equines. Our Humane Education Program now offers field trips/classes for grades K-6 and a rare opportunity to educate children about the importance of caring for each other, animals and the planet. The program encourages critical thinking and problem solving, as a means to question, make informed judgments and take compassionate action. We also have Public Open Days and welcome groups of all ages for lectures and classes on a variety of equine-related subjects.

     


    Rating Information

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    This charity's score is 98%, 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 from multiple beacon scores, weighted as follows: 80% Accountability & Finance, 10% Leadership & Adaptability, 10% Culture & Community. Learn more about our criteria and methodology.

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    • Impact & Results
    • Accountability & Finance
    • Culture & Community
    • Leadership & Adaptability
    Accountability & Finance
    Impact & ResultsAccountability & FinanceCulture & CommunityLeadership & Adaptability

     

    Accountability & Finance

     

    Score

    100

    Most Recent Fiscal Year:
    FY 2022

    This beacon provides an assessment of a charity's financial health (financial efficiency, sustainability, and trustworthiness) and its commitment to governance practices and policies.

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    Key Accountability Metrics

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    Majority Independent Board Members - 81% independent members10 out of 10 points  
    Independent Board Size - 9 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 - 2.31%25 out of 25 points  
    Program Expense: Ratio - 80.56%25 out of 25 points  
    Fundraising Efficiency: Ratio - $0.0825 out of 25 points  
    Working Capital: Ratio - 2.70 years25 out of 25 points  

    Additional Information

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    IRS Published Data (Business Master File) - Data Available  
    Data Sources (IRS Forms 990) - Data Available  

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