Pathfinder International
85% goes to programs $2 to raise $100 Declining revenue
Pathfinder International is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Washington, District of Columbia, registered in 1959, with $104,896,435 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 85% of spending to programs.
1015 15th St Nw Ste 1100, Washington, DC, 20005 EIN 53-0235320 Since 1959
Revenue (FY2024)
$104.9M
▼ 12.5% vs prior year
International median: $227K
Expenses (FY2024)
$109.7M
Net assets
$39.7M
Employees
924
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating85% to programs · $2 to raise $100
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. For Pathfinder International: 85% to programs · $2 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating4 mo reserves · -5% 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 Pathfinder International: 4 mo reserves · -5% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
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. For Pathfinder International: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 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 Pathfinder International: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Pathfinder builds lasting and trusted local partnerships to strengthen health systems, forging resilient pathways to sexual and reproductive health and rights for all.
What they do
South asia: pathfinder improved the health and survival of mothers and newborns through improved maternal health care and offering contraception during postpartum and post-abortion care in underserved areas of the country. pathfinder also supported comprehensive hiv and aids prevention and treatment for key populations. in bangladesh, we work closely with the government to strengthen sexual and reproductive health care nationally. in india, we continue to address the sexual and reproductive health needs of vulnerable adolescents and youth, particularly through innovative digital health approaches. in pakistan, we are bringing contraceptive access to women, while helping them to thrive through economic opportunities, specifically in communities heavily impacted by climate disasters.
Sub-saharan africa: pathfinder international improves the quality of and access to sexual and reproductive health care and other essential health services. we do this through a locally led approach, working in partnership with the government and local partners to strengthen public health systems, and transforming norms and customs that prevent people from being healthy and living the lives they choose. in sub-saharan africa, our integrated programs strengthen the delivery of contraception, maternal and child health care, comprehensive abortion care, and prevent and treat hiv and aids, gender-based violence, and cervical cancer, while contributing to gender equity, climate resilience, and women's economic empowerment. pathfinder works in countries such as burkina faso, burundi, cote d'ivoire, democratic republic of congo, ethiopia, kenya, mozambique, niger, nigeria, tanzania, and uganda, among others. many of our programs in africa specifically address the sexual and reproductive health needs of adolescents and youth and those living in fragile setting affected by conflict, climate change, and other crises. all of our programs are driven by the knowledge and perspectives of the communities we serve. we work closely with local governmental and ngo partners to develop, plan, implement, and monitor quality interventions.
Contact & location
- Address
- 1015 15th St Nw Ste 1100, Washington, DC, 20005
- City
- Washington
- State
- District of Columbia
- Subcategory
- International Development & Relief
- Phone
- …
- Website
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Financial trends
Revenue held steady from $102.9M (FY2013) to $104.9M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $30.5MNet assets $39.7M
Operating margin
-4.6%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$70.2M
Total liabilities
$30.5M
Net assets
$39.7M
Salaries & benefits
$44.7M
41% of expenses
Board members
14
14 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $104,896,435▼12.5% | $109,730,617▼10.6% | $39,667,523▼6.0% | $70,212,876▼22.4% | 990 |
| 2023 | $119,864,756▲1.7% | $122,678,078▲2.2% | $42,186,796▲2.3% | $90,526,887▲1.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $117,899,299▼12.6% | $119,994,163▼7.8% | $41,222,675▲2.0% | $89,271,863▲11.4% | 990 |
| 2021 | $134,875,225▼6.0% | $130,131,147▲1.5% | $40,411,914▼16.9% | $80,168,620▼10.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $143,412,954▲21.0% | $128,218,839▲6.0% | $48,620,974▲62.5% | $89,364,695▲18.5% | 990 |
| 2019 | $118,539,615▼9.3% | $120,930,378▼3.6% | $29,915,496▼4.7% | $75,437,862▲14.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $130,746,136▼10.1% | $125,508,538▼14.1% | $31,377,550▲25.5% | $66,156,823▲34.4% | 990 |
| 2017 | $145,464,275▼10.1% | $146,105,872▼12.3% | $25,005,093▲0.5% | $49,237,860▼0.5% | 990 |
| 2016 | $161,752,947▲24.2% | $166,643,317▲25.7% | $24,876,524▼12.9% | $49,504,717 | 990 |
| 2015 | $130,194,450▲20.7% | $132,522,688▲19.4% | $28,574,398▼7.5% | $49,505,763▲6.6% | 990 |
| 2014 | $107,846,727▲4.8% | $110,980,357▲6.1% | $30,889,300▼9.3% | $46,456,975▲0.1% | 990 |
| 2013 | $102,938,776 | $104,630,410▲3.6% | $34,048,423▲3.2% | $46,430,972▼3.4% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $100,953,003▼0.3% | $32,990,558▼2.2% | $48,048,219▼6.5% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $101,206,089▲1.5% | $33,726,800▲0.7% | $51,390,963▼4.5% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $99,717,439▼2.5% | $33,505,948▼1.0% | $53,829,551▲15.6% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $102,298,778 | $33,843,142 | $46,581,026 | 990 |
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.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Ms Lois Quam — $335,441 (0.31% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Lois Quam | Former Ceo | 0 | $335,441 |
| Mr Mohamed Abou Nar | Chief Programs & Impact Officer | 40 | $308,606 |
| Ms Tabinda Sarosh | Ceo (from 2/3/25) | 40 | $291,914 |
| Ms Lydia Saloukou | President - Africa | 40 | $288,666 |
| Mr Joseph Perera | Cfo/treasurer (until 6/27/25) | 40 | $264,083 |
| Ms Natasha Sakolsky Dept | Chief Innov. & Eng. (until 3/31/25) | 40 | $260,100 |
| Ms Crystal Lander Executive | Vice President (until 3/3/25) | 40 | $257,677 |
| Mr David Shimkus | Sr. Director - Climate Change | 40 | $246,104 |
| Mr Nino Willsea | Interim Cfoo (as of 5/19/25) | 40 | $244,101 |
| Mr Stephen Redding Program | Dir. Program Services (until 3/7/25) | 40 | $243,116 |
| Mr Shiril Sarcar | Project Finance Director | 40 | $229,960 |
| Mr Vincent Otim | Corporate Secretary | 40 | $80,570 |
| Dr Priya Agrawal | Board of Directors | 2 | — |
| Mr Biniam Gebre | Board of Directors | 2 | — |
| Mr Bruce Kuhlik | Board of Directors | 2 | — |
| Mr Chris Hicks | Board of Directors | 2 | — |
| Mr Collin Mothupi | Board of Directors | 2 | — |
| Mr Daniel Lamaute | Board of Directors (until 2/6/25) | 2 | — |
| Mr Harald Nusser | Board of Directors | 2 | — |
| Mr Manuel Urbina Md | Board of Directors (until 11/15/24) | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Shyam Financial Services Private Limited | Implementation Support | $701,169 |
| Microsoft Corporation | Software Services | $659,966 |
| Velocity Global LLC | Employee of Record Services | $381,115 |
| Sylogistmission Inc | Financial Systems Professional Services | $310,544 |
| Techniques Sciences-sante | Equipment Maintenance | $256,759 |
Grants received · $52.3M total
207 grants to Pathfinder International totaling $52.3M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Health Access Initiative Inc | Health | 2024 | $903,858 |
| Engenderhealth Inc | Family planning, maternal health and obstetrics | 2024 | $566,176 |
| Action Against Hunger USA | Promoting results and outcome through policy and economic levers | 2024 | $476,492 |
| Tides Foundation | Equity, human rights, and economic empowerment | 2024 | $50,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $39,816 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | Unrestricted general support | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Minneapolis Foundation | Donor advised, health | 2024 | $11,999 |
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | Programatic support | 2024 | $10,000 |
| Fjc | General operating support | 2024 | $10,000 |
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | Programatic support | 2024 | $10,000 |
| The Seattle Foundation | To provide general support | 2024 | $8,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $6,838 |
| The Seattle Foundation | To provide general support | 2024 | $3,500 |
| Engenderhealth Inc | Family planning, maternal health and obstetrics | 2023 | $1,293,158 |
| Clinton Health Access Initiative Inc | Health | 2023 | $563,520 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Pathfinder International a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Pathfinder International is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 53-0235320, based in Washington, District of Columbia. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Pathfinder International's EIN?
- Pathfinder International's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 53-0235320.
- How much revenue does Pathfinder International report?
- Pathfinder International reported $104,896,435 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Pathfinder International's spending goes to programs?
- Pathfinder International spends about 85% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Pathfinder International have?
- CharityIndex grades Pathfinder International A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Pathfinder International's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Pathfinder International's latest Form 990 is $335,441, paid to Ms Lois Quam (Former Ceo).
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Data for Pathfinder International (EIN 53-0235320) 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.