Iaabc Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- Raising each dollar of donations cost 124 cents.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
To inspire, develop, and provide quality, evidence-based education, research, and other charitable activities in animal training and behavior
- Income
- $388,245
- Spending
- $498,480
- Spent on programs
- 83%
- Reserves
- 4.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 91%
- Employees
- 0
- Highest pay
- $55,724, executive director
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 41 out of 100. Higher than 6% of charities in its peer group (animals, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.2 months of spending.
Debt
16 of 20It owes 27% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 28% of income.
Income trend
5 of 15Income fell 10% on the year before.
Spending floor
0 of 1583% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 124 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 87% of charities in its peer group (animals, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 256 of 6 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 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 (3)
- $412,559 spent. Education Program: Online courses that provide education in evidence-based animal behavior and training. These courses are designed for a wide audience, including veterinary professionals, shelter and rescue staff, pet guardians, animal trainers, behavior consultants, and others working in animal care and welfare. Educational content is developed and reviewed by subject matter experts to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and practical application.
- $147,475 spent. Virtual and in-person conferences focused on evidence-based animal behavior, training and welfare across multiple species, including dogs, cats, parrots, and horses. These events bring together professionals, academics, and caregivers from around the world to share knowledge, explore research, and build a stronger, science-informed animal care community.
- $27,898 spent. Journal: The foundation publishes a peer-reviewed, open-access journal focused on the science and practice of animal behavior and training. The journal features original research, case studies, reviews, and practical applications across a wide range of species. It serves as a platform for advancing humane, evidence-based approaches and fostering collaboration among professionals, academics, and practitioners in the field.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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.
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.
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.
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.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 2020.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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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