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Hoofprints in the Sand Inc

EIN 88-2362401 · Charleston, SC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak26 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Hoofprints in the Sand is organized and operated to empower and support those, especially Veterans, suffering from traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as their families, through equine-assisted therapy and outdoor activities, and rehabilitative and therapeutic healing programs.

Income
$144,369
Spending
$152,154
Reserves
0.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 93%

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 26 out of 100. Higher than 8% of charities in its peer group (health care, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 38% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 5% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.

Source: Form 990EZ 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 (1)
  1. $107,346 spent. Founded in February 2021, Hoofprints in the Sand is an equine therapy facility that serves Veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI).2024 Program Outcomes and Accomplishments:1. Provided Equine-Assisted Therapy to Veterans: Treated numerous Veterans through our Clinical Equine-Assisted Therapy services, offering evidence-based, trauma-informed care for those living with PTSD, TBI, and other service-related conditions.2. Expanded Leadership Team: Added a new Property and Volunteer Manager, Zain, who oversaw volunteer onboarding and training, horse health and medical administration, and overall property maintenance.3. Established Formal Policy Handbook: Finalized a comprehensive 200-page policy handbook created under the guidance of a CARF specialist. The handbook ensures alignment with CARF standards for quality of care, safety procedures, and organizational protocols.4. Hosted Inaugural Fundraising Gala: Successfully organized and executed the first Hoofprints in the Sand Gala, raising over $75,000 in support of our mission to serve Veterans through equine-based programs.5. Secured Multiple Grant Awards6. Corporate Sponsorship: Received a $10,000 sponsorship in support of program operations.7. Improved Digital Presence: Continued incremental enhancements to our website and social media platforms to improve outreach, transparency, and engagement with the Veteran community.8. Expanded Public Awareness: Our program and mission were featured on several major news and radio outlets, including News Channel 2, News Channel 5, and the Brian Cleary Radio Group network, significantly increasing local visibility and support.

Source: Form 990EZ 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 February 2023.

    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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