Nonprofit spending analysis for Vermont: 79% goes to programs, 15% to administration, 6% to fundraising. Based on 434 organizations.
Among 7,725 nonprofits in Vermont, 434 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 79% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 15% to administrative costs, and 6% to fundraising activities.
Vermont nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 79% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 434 organizations collectively manage $12.6B in revenue and $19.5B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Vermont.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | R L Kane Family Foundation | 10% | $97K |
| 2 | Milton Firefighters Association Inc | 20% | $49K |
| 3 | Institute Of Conflict Analysis Inc | 27% | $10K |
| 4 | Cradle To Grave Arts Inc | 30% | $14K |
| 5 | American Legion Auxiliary | 34% | $0 |
| 6 | African Carribean Institute Inc | 38% | $4K |
| 7 | Lake Champlain Cancer Research Org Inc | 50% | $0 |
| 8 | Vermont Hand Crafters Inc | 50% | $82K |
| 9 | Collie Rescue League Of New England Inc | 55% | $55K |
| 10 | Foundation For A Sustainable Future | 60% | $116K |
| 11 | Sander Foundation | 60% | $2.0M |
| 12 | Protestant Episcopal Church In The United States Of America | 60% | $0 |
| 13 | United Church Of Hinesburg | 60% | $0 |
| 14 | Protestant Episcopal Church In The United States Of America | 60% | $0 |
| 15 | Ala Unit 27 Middlebury Inc | 60% | $56K |
| 16 | Protestant Episcopal Church In The United States Of America | 60% | $0 |
| 17 | International Order Of The Rainbow Girls The Supreme Assembly | 60% | $0 |
| 18 | Vietnam Veterans Of America Inc | 60% | $80K |
| 19 | North Country Health Systems Inc | 60% | $597K |
| 20 | Voices For Vermonts Children Inc | 60% | $597K |
On average, Vermont nonprofits spend 79% on programs, 15% on administration, and 6% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 434 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Vermont, the average is 79%.
The table above ranks Vermont nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.