Humane Society Of The United States is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1956. According to its NTEE Classification (D20) the organization is classified as: Animal Protection & Welfare, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Humane Society Of The United States employed 577 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Humane Society Of The United States is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2020, Humane Society Of The United States generated $124.7m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $135.6m during the year ending 12/2020. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (0.5%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2014, Humane Society Of The United States has awarded 1,884 individual grants totaling $129,098,688. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES (THE HSUS) FIGHTS THE BIG FIGHTS, WORKING TO END ALL FORMS OF ANIMAL CRUELTY AND ACHIEVE THE VISION BEHIND ITS NAME: A HUMANE SOCIETY. THE HSUS WORKS TO END THE CRUELEST PRACTICES, RESCUE AND CARE FOR ANIMALS IN CRISIS, AND BUILD A STRONGER ANIMAL PROTECTION MOVEMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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BUILD A STRONGER ANIMAL PROTECTION MOVEMENT THE HSUS SUPPORTS THE EFFORTS OF ALLIED ORGANIZATIONS AND PARTNERS-LOCALLY, NATIONALLY AND GLOBALLY-TO ADVANCE HUMANE WORK THROUGH ADVOCACY, DIRECT CARE, EDUCATION, ENFORCEMENT OF LAWS AND CONSUMER CHOICE INITIATIVES. THE MISSION INCLUDES HELPING THOSE WHO STAND WITH THE HSUS BECOME STRONGER AND BETTER AND TO ENGAGE THEM MORE DEEPLY IN CAMPAIGNS. IN ADDITION TO FOUNDATIONAL EDUCATION, OUTREACH AND TRAINING WORK, THE HSUS IS FOCUSING EFFORTS TO BUILD CAPACITY FOR AGENCIES TO USE HUMANE AND EFFECTIVE METHODS FOR RESOLVING HUMAN-WILDLIFE CONFLICTS. CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O
END THE CRUELEST PRACTICES THE HSUS FIGHTS THE WORST, MOST INSTITUTIONALIZED FORMS OF ANIMAL ABUSE AND CRUELTY. THE CURRENT PRIORITIES INCLUDE ENDING COSMETICS TESTING ON ANIMALS, REDUCING THE TROPHY HUNTING OF WILDLIFE, ENDING THE USE OF FUR IN FASHION, EASING THE SUFFERING OF BILLIONS OF FARM ANIMALS BY ELIMINATING CRUEL SYSTEMS OF CONFINEMENT AND ENSURING THAT PUPPY MILLS CAN NO LONGER SELL PUPPIES VIA PET STORES IN THE UNITED STATES. CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O
CARE FOR ANIMALS IN CRISIS THE HSUS WORKS WITH GOVERNMENT AGENCIES TO RESPOND TO CRUELTY AND DISASTERS WHERE THE NEED IS GREATEST, ADVANCE ALTERNATIVES TO THE USE OF LETHAL AND CRUEL ANIMAL MANAGEMENT APPROACHES, AND PROVIDE TRANSPORT AND SANCTUARY TO ANIMALS IN CRISIS. THE HSUS IS CURRENTLY INCREASING CAPACITY TO RESPOND TO ANIMAL CRUELTY AND NATURAL DISASTERS AROUND THE WORLD. CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Name Not Listed Director | Trustee | 0.4 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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Facebook Inc Advertising | 12/30/21 | $5,628,706 |
Navistar Direct Marketing Llc Print, Design & Copy Services | 12/30/21 | $5,107,260 |
Givebridge Inc Fundraising Consultant | 12/30/21 | $3,498,687 |
Green Planet Sales Company Inc Fundraising Consultant | 12/30/21 | $2,754,707 |
Google Llc Advertising | 12/30/21 | $2,036,229 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $119,093,171 |
Investment income | $2,298,962 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $188,133 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$745,758 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$394,464 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $124,684,806 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $295,394 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,671,051 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $41,327,135 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,972,297 |
Other employee benefits | $4,257,333 |
Payroll taxes | $2,711,941 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $2,009,385 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $337,993 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $944,705 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $10,220,361 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $559,321 |
Fees for services: Other | $6,605,076 |
Advertising and promotion | $8,443,611 |
Office expenses | $7,201,309 |
Information technology | $3,772,610 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $2,950,328 |
Travel | $1,476,875 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $126,239 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $588,505 |
Insurance | $1,512,416 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $135,642,472 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $7,129 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $36,020,002 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $3,641,587 |
Accounts receivable, net | $5,106,468 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,012,331 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $76,179,564 |
Investments—other securities | $189,291,383 |
Investments—program-related | $930,000 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $722,245 |
Total assets | $321,064,965 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $19,751,481 |
Grants payable | $97,918 |
Deferred revenue | $191,944 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $16,714,932 |
Total liabilities | $36,756,275 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $284,308,690 |
Over the last fiscal year, Humane Society Of The United States has awarded $24,578,027 in support to 133 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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Washington, DC PURPOSE: General Support | $6,105,051 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: General support and support for Liberia Chimps | $5,679,457 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: Funds to cover federal affairs costs | $1,617,159 |
Blue Ridge, GA PURPOSE: General Support | $1,025,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: General Support | $504,877 |
Boise, ID PURPOSE: Distribute pet food to those in need, provide spay and neuter services and general veterinary services through the pets for life program | $337,948 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that Humane Society Of The United States has recieved totaling $38,158.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Keith And Mattie Stevenson Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: BLACK BEAUTY RANCH | $17,500 |
The India Blake Foundation Inc Key West, FL PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $6,000 |
Keith And Mattie Stevenson Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: OHIO HORSES/GOATS | $5,000 |
John A Delegan Memorial Tr Evansville, IN PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $4,783 |
Peter And Deborah Lamm Foundation Boston, MA PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSES | $2,500 |
Mazars Usa Philanthropic Fund New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,000 |
Beg. Balance | $35,975,307 |
Earnings | $4,432,527 |
Net Contributions | $79,001,049 |
Other Expense | $710,254 |
Ending Balance | $118,698,629 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
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Humane Society Of The United States Washington, DC | $321,064,965 | $124,684,806 |
International Fund For Animal Welfare Inc Washington, DC | $59,481,028 | $48,021,492 |
Humane Society International Washington, DC | $4,814,456 | $23,754,987 |
Washington Humane Society The Society For The Prevention Of Washington, DC | $57,921,128 | $21,357,014 |
American Humane Association Washington, DC | $30,237,379 | $24,505,109 |
The Humane League Rockville, MD | $25,306,701 | $13,598,261 |
Alley Cat Allies Incorporated Bethesda, MD | $14,740,431 | $13,850,884 |
Richmond Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Richmond, VA | $57,425,937 | $15,802,293 |
Fund For Animals Inc Washington, DC | $6,977,767 | $12,507,000 |
Anicira Veterinary Center Harrisonburg, VA | $6,192,293 | $8,154,970 |
Resolve Inc Washington, DC | $5,188,855 | $6,116,763 |
Maryland Spca Inc Baltimore, MD | $38,997,519 | $8,113,297 |