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Citrus County Foundation for Animal Protection Inc

EIN 46-1357819 · Inverness, FL

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To ensure, and provide for, the well being of all animals at the Citrus County, FL Animal Shelter in Inverness,FL. As possible, support pets thru medical interventions, adoption assistance and foster support.

Income
$137,386
Spending
$46,611
Spent on programs
91%
Reserves
Over 10 years of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 59%
Employees
0
Volunteers
18

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

We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.

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: 100 out of 100. Higher than 96% of charities in its peer group (animals, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 10 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 (3)
  1. $13,036 spent. adoption promotions and events include hosting adoption events,and advertising & transportation of pets to & from adoption events. we maintain our own transport van and report $50.00 depreciation expense in 2025. we pay the Shelter's adoption fees as necessary. normal activities include photographing animals, preparing adoption biographies and promoting adoptable pets via social media platforms and community outreach efforts. volunteers maintain the organization's independent social media channels and assist with cross-posting animals to adoption & rescue networks. all these activities increase visibility and placement opportunities.
  2. $24,685 spent. medical and supportive care for pets includes free or low cost spay/neuter programs, foster care supplies & support, plus heart worm treatments , diagnostics and major medical care for individual pet residents in the shelter, feral cat spay/neuter programs and kitten care programs. we provide pet medications, supplies and equipment as requested by the veterinary staff of the Citrus County FL Animal Shelter. assistance may also be provided to community residents whose pets require urgent medical care that might otherwise result in surrender to the Shelter.
  3. $4,465 spent. enrichment activities include providing safe,outdoor exercise areas, off-site community walks and kennel comforts, such as beds, toys, blankets, treats, etc. for pets with major behavioral issues, we will bring in professional trainers, always mandating kindness and treats during training ! our efforts reduce pet stress and promote healthy behavior while animals await adoption. volunteers also assist with enrichment programs & activities that enhance quality of life for shelter animals.

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 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 November 6, 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 2025.

    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 March 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 November 4, 2026.

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