Nonprofit spending analysis for Missouri: 85% goes to programs, 11% to administration, 4% to fundraising. Based on 454 organizations.
Among 9,992 nonprofits in Missouri, 454 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 85% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 11% to administrative costs, and 4% to fundraising activities.
Missouri nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 85% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 454 organizations collectively manage $146.9B in revenue and $224.1B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Missouri.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles A And Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation | 60% | $197K |
| 2 | National Association Of Professional Surplus Lines Offices Ltd | 70% | $0 |
| 3 | Childrens Library Trust Mf3 20375600 | 70% | $277K |
| 4 | New Vision Community Development | 70% | $1.0M |
| 5 | Technology Entrepreneur Center Inc | 70% | $0 |
| 6 | Maples Housing Corporation | 70% | $101K |
| 7 | Restored Covenant Family Foundation | 70% | $288K |
| 8 | Anthropaideia Inc | 70% | $528K |
| 9 | Peace Villa Inc | 70% | $255K |
| 10 | Aggrandize Global | 70% | $622K |
| 11 | St Louis Regional Crime Commission | 70% | $1.3M |
| 12 | Seiler Family Foundation | 70% | $244K |
| 13 | Positive Changes Inc | 70% | $0 |
| 14 | Threshold Of Hope | 70% | $3.2M |
| 15 | Saint Louis Regional Crimestoppers | 70% | $169K |
| 16 | St Luke Community Christian Center | 70% | $162K |
| 17 | Rizalina Estrella Zacariasfoundation | 70% | $504K |
| 18 | Sun Ministries | 70% | $161K |
| 19 | Living Well Foundation | 70% | $308K |
| 20 | Westfield Manor Association | 70% | $736K |
On average, Missouri nonprofits spend 85% on programs, 11% on administration, and 4% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 454 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Missouri, the average is 85%.
The table above ranks Missouri nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.