Military Equestrian Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It owes more than it owns.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
The Military Equestrian Foundation operates as a nonprofit organization dedicated to charitable and educational purposes in accordance with Section 170c3 and Section 501c3 of the Internal Revenue Code. Our mission is to provide support and resources to military personnel through equestrian programs promoting physical and mental well-being. By offering equine therapy and training we aim to enhance the lives of service members and veterans fostering a sense of community and healing through interaction with horses.
- Income
- $41,128
- Spending
- $69,703
- Reserves
- -1.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 82%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 0 out of 100. Higher than 0% of charities in its peer group (public benefit, under $250k).
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
0 of 20It owes 375% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 69% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 2025, 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)
- $41,706 spent. The Military Equestrian Foundation facilitated more than 260 riding opportunities for its members during a 7-month season. These opportunities included access to riding lessons club chukkars and trail riding events. Through these activities members were able to enhance their equestrian skills build camaraderie within the military equestrian community and enjoy the benefits of equine-assisted activities.
- $23,500 spent. The Military Equestrian Foundations Polo Program actively engaged in 15 Tournament events within the local Polo community fostering connections and social opportunities within the equine community. Through these events participants gained access to valuable networking opportunities while showcasing their equestrian skills and building camaraderie with fellow enthusiasts. This program not only promoted the sport of polo but also facilitated a sense of community and support among members of the local equestrian community.
- $1,240 spent. The Military Equestrian Foundations Work2Ride Program provided a total of 104 hours of equine management training to veteran participants. This initiative aimed to impart skills in horse care responsibility and horsemanship while fostering a sense of community and support among members. Veterans exchanged their assistance in caring for the organizations horses for the opportunity to learn and develop valuable equestrian skills.
- Fundraising donation
- General operating expenses
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 November 6, 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 2025.
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 January 2023.
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 November 4, 2026.
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