How Animal-Related Nonprofits Spend Money

Spending analysis for animal-related nonprofits: 85% programs, 11% admin, 4% fundraising. Based on 2 organizations.

27Total Orgs
2Report Spending
85%Avg Programs
11%Avg Admin
4%Avg Fundraising
85% Programs
11% Admin
4% Fund

Spending Patterns in Animal-Related

Among 27 animal-related nonprofits, 2 report detailed spending data. The sector averages 85% on programs, 11% on administration, and 4% on fundraising.

With $12.9M in combined revenue and $24.2M in assets, the animal-related sector represents a significant portion of the charitable landscape. The strong program ratio indicates that organizations in this sector generally prioritize direct service delivery.

Most Efficient Animal-Related Nonprofits

#OrganizationProgram %RevenueState
1Prairie Paws Rescue90%$49KND
2Funny Farm Rescue Ranch80%$81KTN
3The Turtles Back Inc---$0ME
4Double J Dog Ranch---$0ID
5Audubon Society Of North Central Arkansas---$0AR
6Fox Valley Helping Paws Animal Welfare Assoc Inc---$859KIL
7Bennington County Humane Society Inc---$1.4MVT
8Benjamin S Animal Sanctuary Inc---$0KS
9Bittersweet Rescue Farm And Equine Sanctuary---$0MT
10Meriden Humane Society---$665KCT
11Douglas County Low Cost Veterinary Services---$74KOR
12Animal Recovery Mission---$2.9MFL
134 Corners Wolf Dog Rescue Sanctuary Inc---$100KNM
14B S Mini Ranch Rescue Inc---$0SD
15Catcade Inc---$1.2MIL
16Rainbow Rescues---$16KWY
17Take Paws Rescue---$729KLA
18Friends Of The Shelter---$0NM
19All Paws On Deck---$0SC
20Hope And Hearts 4 Paws Inc---$45KLA
21Coalition For Pet Protection---$0NE
22Mattawamkeag Mustang Haven---$0ME
23All About The Animals Foundation---$0DE
24Portsmouth Humane Society Inc---$1.4MVA
25Cardiac Education Group---$265KMO
26Great Basin Bird Observatory---$2.6MNV
27Capital Area Animal Welfare Society---$542KLA

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do animal-related nonprofits spend their money?

On average, 85% goes to programs, 11% to admin, and 4% to fundraising, based on 2 organizations reporting.

What is a good program expense ratio for animal-related organizations?

While the general benchmark is 75%+, program ratios vary by sector. Animal-Related nonprofits average 85%, which should be evaluated in the context of the specific type of work these organizations do.