Hop Growers of America Inc
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What it says it does
Mission Statement: Hop Growers of America cultivates resiliency for American hop producersVision: U.S. hop growers are world-leading stewards of their land and communities and set the global standard for quality in hop production. Values:Quality- American farming operations have honed the craft of cultivating high-quality hops over generations, and today the pride and responsibility of this profession remains woven into the identity of each producer. Growers harness a meticulous attention to detail, integrate systems of accountability, and provide transparency in each facet of production to deliver a world-renowned commodity that continues to revolutionize the brewing industry. Innovation- In an industry characterized by profound volatility, at the heart of our growers' legacy is the relentless drive to innovate. Attuned to the inherent complexities of farming ecosystems, American hop producers tirelessly refine operational strategies and collaboratively fund research initiatives to em
- Income
- $1.0 million
- Spending
- $1.2 million
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 8
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This return does not answer enough of the governance questions to score.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)
- TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATION PROGRAM:HOP GROWERS OF AMERICA HAS WORKED TO DEVELOP INTERNATIONAL MARKETS FOR U.S. HOPS SINCE 1990. THIS PROGRAM ENDEAVORS TO INCREASE WORLDWIDE USE OF AMERICAN HOPS BY FACILITATING COMMUNICATION BETWEEN GROWERS, MERCHANTS AND BREWERS, AND BY EDUCATing BREWERS ON THE QUALITY, VARIETY AND TRADITION OF U.S. HOPS.
- ANNUAL AMERICAN HOP CONVENTION: HOP GROWERS OF AMERICA ORGANIZES AN ANNUAL AMERICAN HOP CONVENTION, WHICH IS HOSTED IN ROTATION WITH AFFILIATED HOP ASSOCIATIONS. CONVENTION ACTIVITIES typically INCLUDE: the HOP RESEARCH COUNCIL WINTER MEETING, HRC RESEARCH REPORTS AND POSTER SESSIONS, QUALITY CONTROL, BEST PRACTICES, AND FOOD SAFETY EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS; U.S. HOP INDUSTRY PLANT PROTECTION COMMITTEE AND SMALL GROWER COUNCIL MEETINGS; TRADE SHOW AND USDA/UNIVERSITY AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH PRESENTATIONS.
- Best Practices/Good Bines Program: Provides educational resources to hop growers on sustainability, food safety, and farming best practices.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(5) labor or agricultural organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(5) labor or agricultural organization as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 1959.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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