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The Askas Animals Foundation Inc

EIN 85-4363017 · Victor, ID

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceGood86 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Providing a progressive environment for animals through rehabilitation, education, and community outreach and filling the critical gap between shelter and permanent rescue.

Income
$491,587
Spending
$332,974
Spent on programs
70%
Reserves
10.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 92%
Employees
4
Volunteers
56
Highest pay
$12,000, president

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

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 71% of charities in its peer group (animals, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 10.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 6% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 32% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 145% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    70% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 11 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

Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 84% of charities in its peer group (animals, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

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

  • 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, 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)
  1. $75,365 spent. Canine Behavior Program - Our canine behavior team works with dogs in rescue organizations each year to address behavioral challenges such as fear, anxiety, and aggression. Through individualized training and behavior modification plans, we increase dogs adoptability and improve their overall quality of life. We also support dog owners directly, providing behavioral resources that help prevent surrenders and strengthen the human-animal bond. In 2024, we met with 194 people and their dogs. We also provide a free educational video library, accessible through our website, with critical behavior resources that were accessed by over 700 people in 2024. This program is designed to decrease the number of animals being returned or surrendered to shelters and to improve the quality of life for both humans and the dogs.
  2. $126,439 spent. Puppy Palace Program Each year, this program provides safe, structured, and nurturing environments for approximately 250 puppies. Puppies receive essential care, vaccines, spay/neuter surgeries, socialization, and early behavioral training to prepare them for adoption into permanent homes. By reducing stress during critical developmental stages and focusing on preventive practices, we support long-term welfare outcomes and help ensure successful placements. In 2024, we refined care and medical protocols to further safeguard each puppys health and well-being and grew the volunteer program to provide care for the puppies.
  3. $30,781 spent. Animal Sanctuary Our sanctuary provides a lifelong home for animals, including pigs, goats, and chickens. We accept residents on a carefully considered, case-by-case basis, prioritizing animals whose owners can no longer provide care or who come from regional shelters. In 2024, the sanctuary provided permanent refuge for 16 pigs, 3 goats, and numerous chickens, ensuring each animal lives in a safe and compassionate environment.

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

  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 2021.

    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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