International Fur Federation -Americas Region is located in Washington, DC. International Fur Federation -Americas Region is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 04/2023, International Fur Federation -Americas Region generated $105.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 2 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (66.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $115.2k during the year ending 04/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (68.7%) per year over the past 2 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROMOTE, DEVELOP AND PROTECT THE FUR INDUSTRY IN THE AMERICA'S REGION THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT AND SPONSORING OF PROGRAMS IN THE AREAS OF FARM RESEARCH, STANDARDIZATION, CERTIFICATION, COMMUNICATION, AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS. THESE PROGRAMS ARE INTENDED TO BENEFIT THE AMERICA'S FUR INDUSTRY AS A WHOLE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
IN THE AREA OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WE INFORM AND EDUCATE REGULATORS AND LEGISLATORS ABOUT OUR HIGH ANIMAL WELFARE STANDARDS, CONTRIBUTION TO RURAL COMMUNITIES AND MORE.
WE HAVE WORKED TO AMELIORATE OUR CERTIFICATION STANDARDS IN FUR FARMING TO ENSURE THAT FARMERS ADHERE TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF CARE IN AREAS OF ANIMAL WELFARE AND HUMANE TREATMENT.
A SUCCESSFUL FUR FUTURES PROGRAM WHERE WE WORK WITH EDUCATORS AT THE HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE LEVELS TO CREATE PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE ABOUT ANIMAL WELFARE, FUR FARMING, FASHION DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ryan Holt Chairman | 1 | $0 | |
Allen Soifer Treasurer | 1 | $0 | |
Howard Noseworthy Director | 1 | $0 | |
Doug Chiasson Director | 1 | $0 | |
Rob Bollert Director | 1 | $0 | |
John Daniels Director | 1 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $105,486 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $105,486 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $16,700 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $98,462 |
| Total expenses | $115,162 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $21,766 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $21,766 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $21,766 |
Over the last fiscal year, International Fur Federation -Americas Region has awarded $742,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FUR COMMISSION USA PURPOSE: EACH GRANT TO THE ASSOCIATION IS DIFFERENT AND BASED UPON PROGRAM GOALS. FOR EXAMPLE, WE FUND PROGRAMS TO ASSIST FUR FARMERS SECURE THEIR FARMS; WE ALSO FUND ADVERTISING PROGRAMS IN FASHION MAGAZINES TO SUPPORT FUR RETAILERS. EACH GRANT IS DIFFERENT AND FOR DIFFERENT NEEDS. | $130,000 |
FUR INDUSTRIES OF NORTH AMERICA PURPOSE: EACH GRANT TO THE ASSOCIATION IS DIFFERENT AND BASED UPON PROGRAM GOALS. FOR EXAMPLE, WE FUND PROGRAMS TO ASSIST FUR FARMERS SECURE THEIR FARMS; WE ALSO FUND ADVERTISING PROGRAMS IN FASHION MAGAZINES TO SUPPORT FUR RETAILERS. EACH GRANT IS DIFFERENT AND FOR DIFFERENT NEEDS. | $194,000 |
FUR INFORMATION COUNCIL OF AMERICA PURPOSE: EACH GRANT TO THE ASSOCIATION IS DIFFERENT AND BASED UPON PROGRAM GOALS. FOR EXAMPLE, WE FUND PROGRAMS TO ASSIST FUR FARMERS SECURE THEIR FARMS; WE ALSO FUND ADVERTISING PROGRAMS IN FASHION MAGAZINES TO SUPPORT FUR RETAILERS. EACH GRANT IS DIFFERENT AND FOR DIFFERENT NEEDS. | $400,000 |
FUR NEW YORK PURPOSE: EACH GRANT TO THE ASSOCIATION IS DIFFERENT AND BASED UPON PROGRAM GOALS. FOR EXAMPLE, WE FUND PROGRAMS TO ASSIST FUR FARMERS SECURE THEIR FARMS; WE ALSO FUND ADVERTISING PROGRAMS IN FASHION MAGAZINES TO SUPPORT FUR RETAILERS. EACH GRANT IS DIFFERENT AND FOR DIFFERENT NEEDS. | $18,000 |