FRIENDS OF THE POOR
AI Summary
FRIENDS OF THE POOR is a Scranton-based nonprofit whose mission is to bring together people who want to give with those in need of assistance, easing the burden of poverty and improving quality of life. In filing year 2025, it reported an operating budget of $951.8K and total revenue of $633K, with major support from SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC, MOSES TAYLOR FOUNDATION INC, and The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF FRIENDS OF THE POOR IS TO BRING TOGETHER IN FRIENDSHIP THOSE WHO HAVE THE DESIRE TO GIVE WITH THOSE WHO ARE IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE, IN ORDER TO EASE THE BURDEN OF LIVING IN POVERTY AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL.
Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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- 38 funders
- 20 board & team members
- 4 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FRIENDS OF THE POOR’s budget?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE POOR reported an annual operating budget of around $1.9 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
Where does FRIENDS OF THE POOR operate?
FRIENDS OF THE POOR is headquartered in Scranton, PA.
Who funded FRIENDS OF THE POOR recently?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF THE POOR received grants from WALTER L SCHAUTZ FOUNDATION, SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC, and MOSES TAYLOR FOUNDATION INC. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant FRIENDS OF THE POOR received in 2024?
The largest grant to FRIENDS OF THE POOR in 2024 exceeds $226 thousand.
What is FRIENDS OF THE POOR’s reliance on government grants?
FRIENDS OF THE POOR relied on government grants for more than 5% of their total revenue in 2024.