Grass Roots Rescue is located in Milton, DE. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (D99) the organization is classified as: Animal-Related N.E.C., 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. Grass Roots Rescue 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, Grass Roots Rescue generated $564.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 28.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $523.5k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 28.4% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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RESCUE: PULLING AT-RISK DOGS IN LOCAL SHELTERS AND PROVIDING THEM WITH MEDICAL AND FOSTER CARE UNTIL THE PERFECT PERMANENT HOME IS FOUND. WE ALSO ACCEPT OWNER SURRENDERS WHEN SPACE BECOMES AVAILABLE. OUTREACH: WE AIM TO INCREASE THE OVERALL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF ANIMALS BY EMPOWERING MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION AND SHARING RESOURCES. EDUCATION: PROVIDING INFORMATION TO PET OWNERS ON APPROPRIATE PET CARE ENSURING A LIFETIME OF HAPPY, HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS FOR ALL
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ADOPT/FOSTER UNWANTED OR FERAL PETS/ANIMALS, PROVIDE VETERINARY CARE TO THOSE ANIMALS, AND PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO PET OWNERS WITH FINANCIAL HARDSHIPS/LIMITED INCOME
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Karli Crenshaw Director | Trustee | 40 | $41,538 | 
| Marley Costango Board Member | Trustee | $0 | |
| Benny Hamilton Board Member | Trustee | $0 | |
| Sarah Warren Board Member | Trustee | $0 | |
| Jana Buttram Treasurer | Officer | $0 | |
| Amanda Crapps Secretary | Officer | $0 | 
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 | 
| Membership dues | $0 | 
| Fundraising events | $0 | 
| Related organizations | $0 | 
| Government grants | $14,729 | 
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $95,957 | 
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 | 
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $110,686 | 
| Total Program Service Revenue | $453,002 | 
| Investment income | $5 | 
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 | 
| Royalties | $0 | 
| Net Rental Income | $0 | 
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 | 
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 | 
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 | 
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 | 
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 | 
| Total Revenue | $564,859 | 
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 | 
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 | 
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 | 
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 | 
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 | 
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 | 
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 | 
| Other salaries and wages | $0 | 
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 | 
| Other employee benefits | $0 | 
| Payroll taxes | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Management | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,190 | 
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Other | $481,820 | 
| Advertising and promotion | $2,131 | 
| Office expenses | $9,297 | 
| Information technology | $0 | 
| Royalties | $0 | 
| Occupancy | $10,255 | 
| Travel | $0 | 
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 | 
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,090 | 
| Interest | $10,340 | 
| Payments to affiliates | $0 | 
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,742 | 
| Insurance | $1,663 | 
| All other expenses | $0 | 
| Total functional expenses | $523,528 | 
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $78,927 | 
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 | 
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 | 
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 | 
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 | 
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 | 
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 | 
| Inventories for sale or use | $10,000 | 
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 | 
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $229,535 | 
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 | 
| Investments—other securities | $0 | 
| Investments—program-related | $0 | 
| Intangible assets | $0 | 
| Other assets | $0 | 
| Total assets | $318,462 | 
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 | 
| Grants payable | $0 | 
| Deferred revenue | $0 | 
| 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 | $147,305 | 
| Total liabilities | $147,305 | 
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $171,157 | 
| 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 | 
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 | 
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $318,462 |