Ahimsa Foundation
- Assets
- $938.2m
- Revenue
- $55.1m
- Investments
- $751.3m
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Niwot, CO
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 85-2700743
Organization Overview
Ahimsa Foundation is located in Niwot, CO. According to its NTEE Classification (D20) the organization is classified as: Animal Protection & Welfare, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ahimsa Foundation 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 12/2023, Ahimsa Foundation generated $55.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 72.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $80.6m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990PF
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990PF Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ARKANSAS FUNGI WAS ESTABLISHED TO CONVERT A CHICKEN-RAISING OPERATION TO SUSTAINABLE MUSHROOM FARMING. THIS CONVERSION ALSO SERVES AS A MODEL FOR OTHER FARMERS TO REDUCE CRUELTY TO ANIMALS AND REMOVE ANIMALS FROM THE FOOD SYSTEM.
GOMATA PROVIDES SANCTUARY TO COWS PREVIOUSLY RAISED FOR BEEF WHILE ADVOCATING FOR THE REDUCTION OF ANIMAL CRUELTY BY PROMOTING A VEGAN DIET CHANGE MESSAGE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Shaleen Shah President | 30 | $0 | |
Satish Karandikar Secretary | 5 | $0 | |
Jay Karandikar Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
The Mushhub Co | 12/30/23 | $154,000 |
Levene Neale Bender Yoo & Golubchik | 12/30/23 | $219,979 |
Rodney Barrett | 12/30/23 | $92,079 |
Blue Dot Advocates | 12/30/23 | $89,122 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,056,022 |
| Interest on Savings | $0 |
| Dividends & Interest | $49,215,244 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain on Sale of Assets | $1,076,603 |
| Capital Gain Net Income | $1,076,603 |
| Net ST Capital Gain | $0 |
| Income Modifications | $0 |
| Profit on Inventory Sales | -$132,527 |
| Other Income | $2,864,632 |
| Total Revenue | $55,079,974 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc | $0 |
| Other employee salaries and wages | $28,712 |
| Pension plans, employee benefits | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Taxes | $5,604,000 |
| Depreciation | $94,845 |
| Occupancy | $20,140 |
| Travel, conferences, and meetings | $21,016 |
| Printing and publications | $0 |
| Other expenses | $1,271,491 |
| Total operating and administrative expenses | $8,850,806 |
| Contributions, gifts, grants paid | $71,720,000 |
| Total expenses and disbursements | $80,570,806 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $6,262,616 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $838 |
| Net Accounts receivable | $0 |
| Net Pledges Receivable | $0 |
| Grants receivable | $0 |
| Receivables from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Net other notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Investments - land, buildings, equipment | $0 |
| Investments—mortgage loans | $0 |
| Investments—other | $144,530,487 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $929,999 |
| Other assets | $179,649,445 |
| Total assets | $938,177,008 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Mortgages and other notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $4,937 |
| Total liabilities | $4,937 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Ahimsa Foundation has awarded $71,720,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CHARITYVEST INC PURPOSE: ADVOCATE FOR THE WELLBEING OF ALL ANIMALS | $3,400,000 |
KARUNA FOUNDATION PURPOSE: ADVOCATE FOR THE WELLBEING OF ALL ANIMALS | $19,500,000 |
VANGUARD CHARITABLE ENDOWMENT PROGRAM PURPOSE: ADVOCATE FOR THE WELLBEING OF ALL ANIMALS | $42,970,000 |
NATIONAL PHILANTHROPIC TRUST PURPOSE: ADVOCATE FOR THE WELLBEING OF ALL ANIMALS | $5,850,000 |