Miris Legacy Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Miri's Haven is an all-volunteer, foster-based 501c3 senior dog rescue dedicated to the rescue, care, and adoption of senior dogs into loving, forever homes throughout Maryland, DC, Virginia, and West Virginia. We are run entirely by dedicated volunteers and do not receive any public funding. Funding is derived entirely from fundraising and donations offered by individuals and local organizations who believe in our mission. We are committed to helping the animals of our community and acting as a voice for the most vulnerable senior dogs. Dogs welcomed into Miri's Haven receive all necessary veterinary care, not excluding those dogs most medically needy. Our dogs are then placed into safe, loving foster homes where they continue to receive love and veterinary care until adoption. For most, we seek and arrange perfect placement in a permanent home, however, others will remain in our care as a sanctuary dog.
- Income
- $305,286
- Spending
- $302,890
- Spent on programs
- 98%
- Reserves
- 1.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 91%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 140
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: 72 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (animals, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
12 of 15Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 7% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1598% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 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
Fair: 59 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (animals, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 257 of 7 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no 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.
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 (4)
- Rescue Senior Dogs from Surrounding Shelters and Families in Our Community- Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue focuses on saving senior dogs (typically aged 7 years and older) from euthanasia or abandonment by rescuing them from area shelters and families in need across our region. In the reporting year, we rescued and provided intake care for 155 senior dogs. These dogs were removed from potentially life-threatening environments and transitioned into safe foster homes while receiving needed care and evaluation. This program alleviates strain on municipal shelters and provides a compassionate alternative for families unable to continue care.
- $23,088 spent. Spay and Neuter All Dogs Prior to Adoption To support responsible pet ownership and control the pet population, Miris Haven ensures that 100% of all dogs are spayed or neutered before adoption. During the tax year, we successfully spayed or neutered over 100 dogs in preparation for permanent homes. This program reduces the risk of unwanted litters, supports long-term community animal welfare, and helps adopters avoid future medical costs associated with reproductive health.
- $246,006 spent. Address All Immediate Medical Concerns, Vaccines, Microchips, and Dental Cleanings- Senior dogs often arrive with untreated medical conditions. Miri's Haven addresses all urgent health needs including vaccinations, microchipping, dental cleanings, and necessary treatments for infections, arthritis, or chronic conditions. In the reporting period, 155 dogs received full medical evaluations and care, including 150 dental procedures and 90 microchips implanted. These services improve adoptability, extend the dogs' quality of life, and provide adopters with healthy, ready-for-home companions.
- $28,026 spent. misc supplies and services for the senior dogs in our care- food, maintenance ect
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 March 2022.
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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