Retrieving Independence Inc
Only null% goes to programs
Retrieving Independence Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Brentwood, Tennessee, registered in 2014, with $469,388 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
256 Seaboard Lane Suite C-101, Brentwood, TN, 37027 EIN 46-0648411 Since 2014
Revenue (FY2024)
$469K
▲ 30.5% vs prior year
Animals median: $151K
Expenses (FY2024)
$480K
Net assets
$161K
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.
B
—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 Retrieving Independence Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating4 mo reserves · -2% 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 Retrieving Independence Inc: 4 mo reserves · -2% margin earns a B+ 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 Retrieving Independence Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 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 Retrieving Independence Inc: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 256 Seaboard Lane Suite C-101, Brentwood, TN, 37027
- City
- Brentwood
- State
- Tennessee
- Category
- Animal-Related
- Subcategory
- Animal Services
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $14K (FY2013) to $469K (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $18KNet assets $161K
Operating margin
-2.3%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$179K
Total liabilities
$18K
Net assets
$161K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $469,388▲30.5% | $480,368▲17.3% | $160,625▲0.8% | $178,767▲4.6% | 990 |
| 2023 | $359,776▲30.5% | $409,597▲10.1% | $159,406▼18.5% | $170,874▼15.9% | 990 |
| 2022 | $275,762▼45.4% | $372,046▼0.5% | $195,550▼44.5% | $203,260▼42.6% | 990 |
| 2021 | $504,814▲73.4% | $373,872▲19.0% | $352,367▲78.7% | $353,835▲55.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $291,128▼4.2% | $314,119▼2.8% | $197,215▲17.7% | $227,921▲30.1% | 990 |
| 2019 | $303,789▲42.2% | $323,200▲45.1% | $167,525▼10.4% | $175,182▼6.7% | 990 |
| 2018 | $213,688▲16.9% | $222,706▲19.1% | $186,936▼4.6% | $187,726▼5.6% | 990 |
| 2017 | $182,770▼19.4% | $186,926▲89.8% | $195,954▼2.1% | $198,883▼0.6% | 990EZ |
| 2016 | $226,847▲112% | $98,481▲20.0% | $200,110▲179% | $200,135▲179% | 990 |
| 2015 | $106,865▼12.4% | $82,041▼2.0% | $71,743▲52.9% | $71,743▲52.5% | 990EZ |
| 2014 | $122,052▲791% | $83,739▲1290% | $46,919▲445% | $47,058▲447% | 990EZ |
| 2013 | $13,692 | $6,023 | $8,606 | $8,606 | 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 · $263K total
33 grants to Retrieving Independence Inc totaling $263K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Retrieving independence's service dog training program supports the rehabilitation of incarcerated people and increases independence for individuals with disabilities. | 2024 | $12,000 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $10,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Supporting rehabilitation of incarcerated people and providing greater independence to individuals with disabilities through the training and placement service dogs. | 2023 | $20,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental and animals | 2023 | $10,250 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | For your participation in the big payback 2022 | 2022 | $16,328 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Enabling and supporting the training and placement of life-changing animals through the retrieving independence training academy (rita) in 2023. | 2022 | $8,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | To provide big payback 2021 giving day payment. | 2021 | $22,143 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Enabling and supporting the training and placement of life changing animals through the retrieving independence training academy (rita) in 2022. | 2021 | $12,500 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | In honor of brenda dew for unrestricted use | 2021 | $10,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Animals | 2020 | $32,619 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Enabling and supporting the training and placement of life changing animals through the retrieving independence training academy in 2021. | 2020 | $12,500 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Animals | 2020 | $1,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Animals | 2020 | $1,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | For support from delek us brentwood office | 2020 | $1,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Animals | 2020 | $298 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Retrieving Independence Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Retrieving Independence Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 46-0648411, based in Brentwood, Tennessee. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Retrieving Independence Inc's EIN?
- Retrieving Independence Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 46-0648411.
- How much revenue does Retrieving Independence Inc report?
- Retrieving Independence Inc reported $469,388 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Retrieving Independence Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Retrieving Independence Inc B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Retrieving Independence Inc (EIN 46-0648411) 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.