AMARA
AI Summary
AMARA is a nonprofit organization focusing on child welfare and foster care in Washington. With a mission to ensure that every child in foster care receives the love and support of a committed family, AMARA served 1,615 parents and 1,412 children in 2024, operating with a budget of $4.6 million and total revenue of $9.3 million. The organization does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue, allowing it to maintain diverse financial support. For more information, visit www.amarafamily.org.
Mission Statement
AMARA'S MISSION IS TO ENSURE THAT EVERY CHILD IN FOSTER CARE HAS THE LOVE AND SUPPORT OF A COMMITTED FAMILY - AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE, AND FOR AS LONG AS EACH CHILD NEEDS. AMARA HAS BEEN SERVING WASHINGTON SINCE ITS FOUNDING AS MEDINA BABY HOME, A TRADITIONAL ORPHANAGE, IN 1921. WHILE AMARA'S SERVICES HAVE EVOLVED OVER THE PAST 100+ YEARS TO MEET URGENT AND EMERGENT NEEDS, OUR FOCUS ON SUPPORTING CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE, ADOPTEES AND THOSE WHO LOVE THEM HAS NEVER WAVERED. AMARA SERVED 1,615 PARENTS AND 1,412 CHILDREN IN 2024.
Cause Areas
2
Foster care
Child welfare
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AMARA’s budget?
In 2024, AMARA reported an annual operating budget of around $4.6 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does AMARA support?
AMARA supports work in Foster care and Child welfare.
Where does AMARA operate?
AMARA is headquartered in Seattle, WA.
Who funded AMARA recently?
In 2025, AMARA received grants from The Pew Charitable Trusts, AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, and COMERICA CHARITABLE TRUST. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant AMARA received in 2024?
The largest grant to AMARA in 2024 exceeds $675 thousand.