Nonprofit spending analysis for Connecticut: 78% goes to programs, 16% to administration, 6% to fundraising. Based on 1165 organizations.
Among 9,993 nonprofits in Connecticut, 1165 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 78% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 16% to administrative costs, and 6% to fundraising activities.
Connecticut nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 78% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 1165 organizations collectively manage $91.4B in revenue and $179.4B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Connecticut.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kitemaug Orchards Association Incorporated | 1% | $58K |
| 2 | Connecticut Grounds Keepers Association Inc | 3% | $213K |
| 3 | Immanuel Church Foundation For The Elderly Inc | 10% | $53K |
| 4 | Rich Foundation Inc | 10% | $346K |
| 5 | Torrington Affordable Housing Inc | 10% | $57K |
| 6 | Newtown Bridle Lands Association Inc | 10% | $115K |
| 7 | Bartlett Tree Foundation Inc | 14% | $1.4M |
| 8 | Hartford Police Union | 15% | $407K |
| 9 | Amistad Committee Inc | 15% | $37K |
| 10 | Racing With Jesus Ministries Inc | 20% | $248K |
| 11 | New Samaritan Development Corporation | 20% | $156K |
| 12 | Cornwall Housing Corporation | 20% | $172K |
| 13 | Yale Police Benevolent Association | 20% | $118K |
| 14 | Connecticut Amvets Service Foundation | 20% | $56K |
| 15 | International Association Of Fire Fighters | 20% | $118K |
| 16 | Connecticut Community Bankers Association | 20% | $272K |
| 17 | Connecticut Chapter International Association Of Arson Investigators | 30% | $118K |
| 18 | The Madison Chamber Of Commerce | 40% | $158K |
| 19 | Special Wishes Inc | 40% | $37K |
| 20 | Business Education Foundation Inc | 40% | $28K |
On average, Connecticut nonprofits spend 78% on programs, 16% on administration, and 6% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 1165 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Connecticut, the average is 78%.
The table above ranks Connecticut nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.