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World Heritage Animal Genomic Resources

EIN 26-0399855 · Morehead, KY

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair65 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Agricultural and Natural Resource Biodiversity Conservation and Education

Income
$148,250
Spending
$138,370
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
-18.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 76%
Employees
0
Volunteers
41

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 65 out of 100. Higher than 40% of charities in its peer group (animals, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 3% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 7% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 32% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    100% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 90% of charities in its peer group (animals, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 3 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $81,300 spent. Protect and preserve heritage agricultural animal breeds to ensure genomic conservation which will benefit world food security.
  2. $26,600 spent. Preservation and storage of AnGR materials with academic collaborating institutions
  3. $16,055 spent. World Heritage Animal Genomic Resources has continued outreach to academic institutions to design educational biodiversity educational programs which will benefit the global public interest. Development of the Celestial Horse Diplomacy Project and media development in support of ESG and and heritage breed biodiversity conservation. In 2024, WHAGR formalized strategic partnerships with other non profit organizations, significantly enhancing animal genomic asset valuation and conservation impact and international recognition. See Schedule O for details. Enhanced Conservation and Diplomatic Value of Heritage Breed Assets During 2024, World Heritage Animal Genomic Resources (WHAGR) formalized a strategic partnership with another non profit organization through the Celestial Horse Diplomacy Project. This partnership significantly enhances the animal genetic resource assets valuation, conservation value, international diplomatic impact, and strategic positioning of WHAGR's heritage breed assets, particularly the Celestial Horses Background on Celestial Horses: WHAGR maintains fewer than 70 Celestial Horses globally, representing critically endangered genetics. Proprietary research and testing support the historic hypothesis of Asian ancestry rather than previously assumed Spanish origins, establishing these animals as direct descendants of ancient Silk Road horses. This verification validates their significance for international conservation diplomacy and cultural heritage preservation. The impact of this partnership and international collaboration positions the Celestial Horse Diplomacy Project as "reverse panda diplomacy," creating unprecedented opportunities for biodiversity conservation collaboration between U.S. and other nations. This partnership enhances the strategic value of WHAGR's conservation assets through: International Recognition: Formal acknowledgment of the Celestial Horses' historical and genetic significance Diplomatic Platform: Enhanced capacity for cross-border conservation collaboration and cultural exchange ESG Market Positioning: Strengthened credibility for WHAGR's biodiversity credit programs serving corporate clients globally Conservation Impact: Expanded resources and partnerships for long-term genetic preservation Financial Reporting Note: While this partnership substantially enhances the value of the animal genetic resources, conservation, diplomatic, and strategic values of WHAGR's heritage breed assets, the organization maintains conservative accounting practices. The enhanced value resulting collaborations represents increased mission impact and future conservation potential. Future Implications: WHAGR anticipates these collaborations will generate expanded ESG credit opportunities, increased international collaboration, and enhanced funding prospects for heritage breed conservation. Major project announcements are planned for 2026 (Year of the Fire Horse), which is expected to further amplify the conservation impact and visibility of this work.
  4. $13,900 spent. Continued advancement of the World Heritage Animal Genomic Resources and agricultural animal conservation center. The aim is to serve humanity as a non governmental multinational animal genomic backup and/or primary holding facility.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since August 2009.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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