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Nonprofit · EIN 88-4420958

MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC

Tax-exempt · NICHOLASVILLE, KY 40356

Financials

$153K$116K2024$167K$169K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$166,675$169,433-$2,758$36,939$1,115$35,450
December 31, 2024990-EZ$152,610$116,086$36,524$38,208$0$38,208
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$165,324
Program service revenue
$206
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$1,145

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$90
Occupancy
$47,000
Printing, publications and postage
$216
Other expenses
$122,127
Program services (functional)
$164,901

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$38,208
Total assets, end of year
$36,939
Total liabilities, end of year
$1,115
Net assets, end of year
$35,450
Cash, savings and investments
$36,939
Gross receipts
$166,675

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Sean SmithSecretary5$0
Kyle RothfusPresident and Treasurer30$0
Leah AlessandroniDirector2$0
Joy OrrDirector2$0
Erika GrowetteDirector2$0
Katherine GoodmanDirector2$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 5 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Sean SmithSecretary5$0
Kyle RothfusPresident & Treasurer20$0
Joy OrrDirector2$0
Leah AlessandroniDirector2$0
Katherine GoodmanDirector2$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
3103 KEENE RD, NICHOLASVILLE, KY 40356-7603
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
4534 Iron Works Road, Georgetown KY 40324
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Kyle Rothfus, 4534 Iron Works Road, Georgetown KY 40324
Signed the 990-EZ
Kyle Rothfus, President and Treasurer
Phone
(859) 212-9118

Mission

Mareworthy Charities is dedicated to safeguarding every Thoroughbred broodmare from suffering and cruelty. Our mission is to navigate the intricate landscape of Thoroughbred broodmare retirement by providing sanctuary space, facilitating adoptions, offering placement assistance, extending safety net services, and delivering ongoing education for horse owners.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • In 2025 Mareworthy Charities expanded its placement efforts to support responsible transitions for retired Thoroughbred broodmares. The organization launched and developed the Mareworthy Match platform designed to connect mares with appropriate homes and provide a centralized resource for safe and transparent placement opportunities. Mareworthy Charities worked directly with horse owners to evaluate placement options based on each mare condition age and suitability for adoption. This included providing guidance on responsible rehoming practices and helping owners navigate complex retirement decisions. The organization also incurred direct expenses related to placement activities including transportation of horses to approved homes and coordination of safe transitions into appropriate long term placements. These efforts supported successful outcomes while prioritizing safety suitability and long term welfare for each mare. Mareworthy Charities focuses on sustainable placement rather than volume recognizing that many mares require careful matching or are best suited for lifelong sanctuary. Placement data and outcomes are tracked internally to ensure accountability and continuous improvement in placement practices.
    Expenses $5,848
  • In 2025 Mareworthy Charities provided care and support to 19 retired Thoroughbred broodmares over the course of the year. The majority of these mares remained in lifelong sanctuary reflecting the organization commitment to long term care for mares with limited placement options. Each mare received individualized care including housing nutrition farrier services veterinary care and daily monitoring. Mareworthy also coordinated safe intake and provided support for mares at risk of entering unsafe situations. One mare was humanely euthanized during the year due to medical considerations with the decision made in consultation with veterinary professionals and in alignment with the organization commitment to responsible end of life care. In 2025 Mareworthy Charities became accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and joined the ASPCA Right Horse Initiative Warm Up Ring strengthening the organization role within the national aftercare and equine welfare network. During the year the organization transitioned from a smaller dry lot environment to a larger 68 acre leased property shared with its co founders. This transition significantly improved pasture access allowing the herd to move from a limited four acre dry lot to approximately 20 acres of grazing pasture supported by additional rotational paddocks. This change was implemented to improve herd health support natural movement and grazing behaviors and reduce long term feed and hay costs. The organization prioritizes long term welfare outcomes recognizing that many mares require permanent sanctuary due to age health or reproductive history. Care and outcome data are based on internal tracking of sanctuary residents throughout the calendar year.
    Expenses $155,053
  • In 2025 Mareworthy Charities delivered educational programming focused on responsible ownership and retirement planning for Thoroughbred broodmares. The organization reached a broad audience through digital content public presentations and online resources designed to improve decision making and promote long term welfare outcomes. Mareworthy Charities generated over 1.9 million views on social media educational content with more than 52000 interactions and grew its audience to over 8000 followers. The organization website received over 11000 visits and 22000 page views from approximately 9200 unique visitors. Educational efforts included blog articles videos and speaking engagements at industry events including participation in the American Horse Council Summit. Topics covered included evaluating retirement timing safe rehoming strategies euthanasia considerations and methods to prevent entry into the slaughter pipeline. These efforts are designed to provide horse owners with the knowledge and resources needed to make informed decisions before horses reach a point of crisis. Audience reach is estimated using analytics from social media platforms and website traffic data.
    Expenses $4,000

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

File the 2026 990-EZ for MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC

Due May 17, 2027 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
88-4420958
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2023
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Animal-related (D20)
Assets (IRS master file)
$36,939
Income (IRS master file)
$166,675

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$166,675$169,433$36,939IRS
990-EZDecember 2024$152,610$116,086$38,208IRS
990-N for 2023
Officer: Kyle Rothfus
December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 88-4420958).

Questions about MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC

What is the EIN of MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC is 88-4420958.
Is MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2023.
Are donations to MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC due?
The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC?
The 990-N for 2023 names Kyle Rothfus.
Who are the officers and directors of MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 6 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does MAREWORTHY CHARITIES INC have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $166,675, expenses of $169,433 and total assets of $36,939 at year end.

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