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Kanes Krusade Inc

EIN 45-4918203 · Springfield, MA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair54 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Dog owner support services for the elderly, veterans, those living with a disability, the unhoused and those fleeing domestic violence who are at risk of surrendering their dogs to a shelter due to economic, behavioral and housing issues.

Income
$149,473
Spending
$156,545
Reserves
2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 94%
Highest pay
$59,877, executive director

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 54 out of 100. Higher than 24% of charities in its peer group (animals, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 5% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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. $54,506 spent. Vet Care Assistance We funded veterinary care for Massachusetts dog owners including office visits and exams, diagnostic testing such as bloodwork and xrays, dental surgery, wound care, mass removal, ear and skin infections, gastrointestinal issues and medications.
  2. $35,485 spent. Canine Assistance, Resource and Empowerment (C.A.R.E.) Kits We distributed over 29,000 lbs of dog food and equipment to pet families who are elderly, disabled, veterans, homebound and unhoused. Other items distributed include crates, collars, leashes, harnesses, treats, toys, dog beds, coats, pee pads and blankets. 32,671 days of care were provided.
  3. $20,623 spent. Pet Family Housing Initiative. We advocated for the unhoused, domestic violence survivors in shelters and other pet families in search of dog-inclusive housing. We provided short-term stays in area motels to keep pet families off the street while they were in transition. We also provided emergency C.A.R.E. Kits which were factored in above. We advocated for those with Emotional Support Animals and Service Animals regarding the Fair Housing Act and American Disabilities Act. We provided dog training to those pet families where dog behavioral issues prevented housing placement.
  4. $18,489 spent. Spay/Neuter, Vaccinations and Other Support Services We sponsored spay/neuter surgeries, annual vaccinations, microchips and grooming services for dogs whose owners were at risk of surrendering them to a shelter due to economic factors.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.

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

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since June 2013.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.

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