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We the Veterans Foundation

EIN 87-1144807 · Alexandria, VA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood75 out of 100GovernanceGood88 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of We the Veterans and Military Families is to empower the veteran and military family community to strengthen America.

Income
$3.8 million
Spending
$2.7 million
Spent on programs
90%
Reserves
2.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 95%
Employees
9
Volunteers
30
Highest pay
$137,715, executive director/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

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 52% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 7% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 31% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 261% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    90% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 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: 88 out of 100. Higher than 46% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 9 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

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited 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 (5)
  1. $1.9 million spent. Vet the Vote - The flagship initiative and a national movement. In partnership with a broad coalition of Veteran Service Organizations, Military Family Service Organizations, corporations, and national sports leagues. Vet the Vote recruited over 163,000 veterans and military family members to serve as poll workers, ensuring our elections are free, fair, and trusted by all.
  2. $335,490 spent. The Homefront Sentinel - A research and awareness initiative countering online threats to the veteran and military family community. Our programs identify and expose cyber and information operations, such as scams and nefarious influence campaigns, aimed at undermining trust and resilience from foreign adversaries and other bad online actors. Through education and community-building, The Homefront Sentinel strengthens defenses against malign influence and foreign interference.
  3. $89,072 spent. Vetted Conversations - A platform that provides the opening for veterans and military family members to discuss American civics, patriotism, and citizen responsibilities in a non-partisan and accessible way. This initiative offers both in-person and remote discussions through community gatherings and a podcast series featuring prominent veteran leaders and national experts. Vetted Conversations equips the veteran and military family community with knowledge to become informed and engaged citizens actively participating in safeguarding American liberties and strengthening the fabric of America.
  4. $84,592 spent. Vet the News - An apolitical program designed to increase confidence in American media and journalism by elevating veterans and military family members within the field, and helping place more military-connected individuals into newsrooms across the country. By curating and distributing their reporting and increasing access to related career pipelines for members of the veteran community, Vet the News offers the American public a first-of-its-kind credible, values-driven journalism hub from trusted voices who have served our nation.
  5. Vet Public Service - By helping veterans and military family members find their calling beyond the military through fulfilling careers in public service, Vet Public Service creates pathways for veterans and military families to transition their service mindset and experience into civilian public service, strengthening both our community and America. Through partnerships with educational programs focused on public service, networking, career services, and mentorship opportunities, the Organization enhances the veteran and military family potentiality in public service.

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 October 13, 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 2024.

    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 2022.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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