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Bellas Voice

EIN 47-1111335 · Lynnwood, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak47 out of 100GovernanceGood75 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

Bella's Voice is a nonprofit focused on animal welfare. We aim to improve the lives of all kinds of animals through donations, education and outreach programs. Animals deserve their needs voiced and provided for, and we aim to fulfill that.

Income
$2.1 million
Spending
$2.1 million
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
0.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
81
Volunteers
40
Highest pay
$69,058, president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 47 out of 100. Higher than 9% of charities in its peer group (animals, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 52% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 0% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 54% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (animals, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    3 of 5 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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    0 of 10

    Reports at least one of: diversion of assets, excess benefits, loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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. $1.7 million spent. Our thrift store serves as the heart of Bella's Voice's mission, generating funds that directly support our animal welfare programs while also providing the community with affordable access to essential goods. For over ten years, our thrift store has offered a place where families can find clothing and household items at low cost, and we've established ourselves as a central donation site for gently used goods. This commitment helps keep usable items out of local landfills, reinforces our eco-friendly values, and supports our mission to aid animals.Through our Charity of the Month (COM) program, we partner with a different local, animal-focused 501(c)(3) organization each month. On a dedicated day, 50% of the thrift store's sales go to the chosen nonprofit. Throughout the month, our team of staff and volunteers actively engages with customers, raising awareness and encouraging donations. Bella's Voice also matches each dollar raised through social media campaigns, providing further support to these nonprofits.
  2. $60,500 spent. Our Pet Food Bank supports over 100 families in the community by distributing pet food donated by individuals and local stores. We partner with local food banks to ensure that pet owners can find food for their pets in the same places they seek resources for themselves, providing a comprehensive approach to food security for families with pets. Additionally, Bella's Voice operates its own pet food bank to meet the growing needs of local families, helping them care for their pets and easing financial stress. This program contributed approximately 22,000 pounds of pet food, valued at $10,000 to local pets and families in need.
  3. $26,155 spent. Established in 2020, our Vet Bills Program provides crucial support for low-income families, covering veterinary expenses so that pets can receive necessary medical care. For many families, this program is the only accessible option for ensuring their pets' health and well-being, especially in emergency situations. This program has been a lifeline for numerous pets, preventing euthanasia or abandonment due to lack of funds for care.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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? Worth knowing.

    Status was revoked on November 15, 2018 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on November 15, 2018.

    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 June 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 October 2019.

    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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