Annual Reports & Financials

Freedom from Hunger is committed to managing its resources wisely. In Fiscal Year 2009, 78% percent of our expenses were allocated to program services and information, which includes program operations, technical assistance and training missions, impact research and progress-monitoring, the development and publication of educational modules and technical papers, and hunger-awareness efforts throughout the United States. Freedom from Hunger meets the standards of all charity watchdog groups.

All donations to Freedom from Hunger are fully tax-deductible.

In FY09, spending $6,939,405, Freedom from Hunger's staff of 46 supported 72 partner organizations in 16 countries (with training, technical assistance and financial support) to deliver $316,983,833 in loans and lifesaving knowledge to 1,483,427 people, 98% of whom are women-which translates to 8,552,641 people when all the members of their families are included.

For a more complete understanding of our revenue and expenses, we encourage you to read our IRS 990 and/or request a copy of our full audit by contacting Chris Dodson at (530) 758-6200 ext. 1042.

Four Star Charity

Learn about Freedom from Hunger's third consecutive four-star rating from Charity Navigator

Only 12% of organizations rated have received at least 3 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that Freedom from Hunger consistently executes its mission in a fiscally responsible way and outperforms most other charities in America. This 'exceptional' designation from Charity Navigator differentiates Freedom from Hunger for its peers and demonstrates to the public it is worthy of their trust.

View our full 2009 Annual Report.

Freedom from Hunger's annual audit is performed by Williams & Olds Certified Public Accountants.