Make A Difference Rescue Inc
Only null% goes to programs Thin reserves Growing revenue
Make A Difference Rescue Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Detroit, Michigan, registered in 2015, with $663,330 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C.
16211 Harper Ave, Detroit, MI, 48224 EIN 27-4216821 Since 2015
Revenue (FY2024)
$663K
▲ 45.0% vs prior year
Animals median: $151K
Expenses (FY2024)
$635K
Net assets
$29K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C
—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Make A Difference Rescue Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
C+Financial health25% of the rating1 mo reserves · +4% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Make A Difference Rescue Inc: 1 mo reserves · +4% margin earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Make A Difference Rescue Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DTransparency10% of the rating1 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Make A Difference Rescue Inc: 1 of 5 disclosure signals earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 16211 Harper Ave, Detroit, MI, 48224
- City
- Detroit
- State
- Michigan
- Category
- Animal-Related
- Subcategory
- Animal Protection & Welfare
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $109K (FY2017) to $663K (FY2024) across 7 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $29K
Operating margin
4.3%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$29K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$29K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $663,330▲45.0% | $634,662▲35.9% | $29,423▲3797% | $29,423▲3797% | 990 |
| 2023 | $457,538▲35.3% | $466,894▲25.8% | $755▼83.3% | $755▼83.3% | 990 |
| 2022 | $338,226▲16.9% | $371,267▲24.8% | $4,513▲133% | $4,513▲133% | 990 |
| 2021 | $289,418▲17.8% | $297,469▲51.6% | $1,936▼96.3% | $1,936▼96.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $245,708▲39.7% | $196,255▲11.7% | $52,376▲1692% | $52,376▲1692% | 990 |
| 2019 | $175,931▲62.0% | $175,775▲153% | $2,923▼70.6% | $2,923▼70.6% | 990EZ |
| 2017 | $108,626 | $69,479 | $9,940 | $9,940 | 990EZ |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $83K total
6 grants to Make A Difference Rescue Inc totaling $83K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $31,159 |
| Mightycause Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | 2024 | $13,570 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $7,000 |
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | — | 2023 | $13,148 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2023 | $12,000 |
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2021 | $6,185 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Make A Difference Rescue Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Make A Difference Rescue Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 27-4216821, based in Detroit, Michigan. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Make A Difference Rescue Inc's EIN?
- Make A Difference Rescue Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 27-4216821.
- How much revenue does Make A Difference Rescue Inc report?
- Make A Difference Rescue Inc reported $663,330 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Make A Difference Rescue Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Make A Difference Rescue Inc C, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Make A Difference Rescue Inc (EIN 27-4216821) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.