Nonprofit spending analysis for Ohio: 84% goes to programs, 11% to administration, 5% to fundraising. Based on 482 organizations.
Among 9,998 nonprofits in Ohio, 482 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 84% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 11% to administrative costs, and 5% to fundraising activities.
Ohio nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 84% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 482 organizations collectively manage $237.9B in revenue and $363.9B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Ohio.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Drilling Association | 50% | $376K |
| 2 | National Catholic College Admission Association | 50% | $385K |
| 3 | Peacemakers International Inc | 60% | $2.0M |
| 4 | Boundless Strategic Resources Inc | 70% | $28.8M |
| 5 | Interstitial Cystitis Association Of America | 70% | $487K |
| 6 | Womens Project Foundation | 70% | $3.0M |
| 7 | International Thriller Writers Inc | 70% | $1.0M |
| 8 | National Association Of Nephrology Technologists | 70% | $431K |
| 9 | Association Of College Auxiliary Services Inc | 70% | $2.9M |
| 10 | Keygate Manor Inc | 70% | $694K |
| 11 | Union Club Two Inc | 70% | $864K |
| 12 | Policybridge | 70% | $1.0M |
| 13 | Patrons Of The Arts In The Vatican Museums Of Ohio | 70% | $1.4M |
| 14 | Church Of God Restoration Ministerial Body Inc | 70% | $1.0M |
| 15 | Mercy Franciscan At St Raphael Inc | 70% | $0 |
| 16 | Uvpc Specialists Inc | 70% | $18.0M |
| 17 | Brook Oaks Senior Residences Inc | 70% | $350K |
| 18 | Lincoln Theatre Association | 70% | $1.6M |
| 19 | Ohio Alliance For Public Charter Schools | 70% | $0 |
| 20 | Integrative Medicine Foundation Inc | 70% | $82K |
On average, Ohio nonprofits spend 84% on programs, 11% on administration, and 5% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 482 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Ohio, the average is 84%.
The table above ranks Ohio nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.