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Pest Relief International Inc

EIN 46-3156817 · Johns Creek, GA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair63 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Mission of P.E.S.T. Relief International, Inc. is to bring comfort and relief to orphaned, abused, and at-risk individuals.

Income
$76,543
Spending
$83,785
Reserves
3.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 99%

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

Financial health

Fair: 63 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 9% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 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 (1)
  1. $37,837 spent. 2025 Initiative Summary - Services and ImpactIn 2025, the PEST Initiative continued to make a meaningful impact both locally andinternationally by providing humanitarian aid, bed bug prevention resources, emergency relief, and financial assistance to individuals, families, shelters, and partner organizations. The year was marked by a strong focus on bed bug prevention and remediation, international relief efforts, and support for vulnerable populations, including veterans, individuals with disabilities, families in crisis, and nonprofit partners.Overall ImpactDuring 2025, the Initiative:1. Served 757 people2. Distributed 1,190 mattress, box spring, and pillow encasements3. Supplied 4 new bed frames or mattresses4. Provided pest control-related assistance and prevention supplies5. Facilitated more than $2,000 in direct monetary donations6. Distributed materials and services with a total estimated donated value of more than $29,000Key Areas of ServiceBed Bug Prevention & Remediation A major portion of 2025 efforts focused on bed bug relief. This included the distribution of mattress, pillow, and box spring encasements, pest control treatments, and full remediation support for families facing severe infestations. Several individuals received scholarships or financial assistance to cover professional pest control services, especially those living with disabilities, veterans, or families experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.International Aid & Disaster Response International outreach included significant support for Ukraine and Greece, with shipments of blankets, bears, toys, bedding, encasements, and financial support for manufacturing, shipping, and travel related to relief efforts. These projects addressed humanitarian needs for refugees, orphanages, and crisis-affected regions.Support for Shelters, Veterans, and Nonprofits The Initiative partnered with shelters, veteran organizations, animal services, and nonprofits such as:1. Homeless veteran programs2. Domestic violence shelters3. Animal shelters4. Community and faith-based organizationsThese partners received encasements, bedding, blankets, and other essential supplies to support their residents and clients.Acts of Service & Gifts of Dignity In addition to physical goods, the Initiative provided acts of service and gifts of dignity, including personal care items, toys, blankets, and emotional support offerings. These efforts emphasized restoring dignity and comfort to individuals facing hardship. Conclusion Overall, 2025 was a year of broad impact and intentional service, combining direct aid, prevention resources, financial support, and international outreach. The REST Initiative remained committed to restoring dignity, improving living conditions, and meeting urgent needs for individuals and communities facing crisis, both in the U.S. and abroad.

Source: Form 990EZ 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 June 2015.

    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.

  7. Could it be confused with another charity? Worth knowing.

    A much larger organization has a similar name: Relief International Inc (Washington, DC), EIN 95-4300662. If that is the one you meant, check the EIN before giving.

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

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