Liabilities / Assets
64th percentile
Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.
American Dog Society Inc
EIN 88-2817488 • 501(c)3 • Medford, NY
Profile
American Dog Society's mission is to create better, more educated pet parents by advocating, organizing resources, and connecting people across the United States to improve the lives of dogs and reduce the number of surrendered or abandoned dogs.
Siviq Scores
Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.
0.00x
Liabilities / Revenue
65th percentile
Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.
Net Margin
7th percentile
Higher net margin than 7% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
92nd percentile
Higher top officer pay than 92% of similar nonprofits.
Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.
Asset Growth
14th percentile
Faster asset growth than 14% of similar nonprofits.
Revenue Growth
8th percentile
Faster revenue growth than 8% of similar nonprofits.
Balance Sheet
Assets
Down$20,144
Down $16,644 (-45%) from 2023
Liabilities
Flat$0
Flat from 2023
Net Assets
Down$20,144
Down $16,644 (-45%) from 2023
Revenue
Down$23,456
Down $41,540 (-64%) from 2023
Expenses
Up$40,100
Up $5,248 (+15%) from 2023
Net Income
Down-$16,644
Down $46,788 (-155%) from 2023
Trend Graphs
Filings
Most recent year
2024 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
- Assets
- $20,144
- Liabilities
- $0
- Net assets
- $20,144
- Revenue
- $23,456
- Expenses
- $40,100
- Net income
- -$16,644
Latest Filing Detail
Jump To
Filing Snapshot
- Filing Period
- Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
- Signed
- Nov 6, 2025
- Return Version
- 2024v5.2
- Gross Receipts
- $23,456
Mission and Program Overview
Mission
American Dog Society's mission is to create better, more educated pet parents by advocating, organizing resources, and connecting people across the United States to improve the lives of dogs and reduce the number of surrendered or abandoned dogs.
Program Services
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| Strive to enhance dogs' access to parks, beaches, and businesses by advocating for increased pet-friendly spaces. Promote the adoption of dog-friendly policies in businesses and workplaces. Advocate for the enhancement of existing dog parks and the establishment of new ones. Take measures to discourage the use of harmful training techniques and tools that have negative impacts on dogs' well-being. | $0 | $0 |
| Strive to become the leading and most comprehensive information source for dog parents. Foster partnerships with shelters, rescues, fellow dog charities, veterinarians, groomers, product manufacturers, and retailers to create a collaborative network. Create and manage an educational program for people that are looking to get a dog, just got a dog, or people looking to refresh their dog knowledge. | $0 | $0 |
| To foster a vibrant community of dog parents, uniting them through shared experiences and knowledge. Through various initiatives and programs, we aim to create a space where dog enthusiasts can connect, exchange insights, and build lasting relationships centered around their love for their furry companions. By nurturing this inclusive and supportive community, we empower dog parents to provide the best possible care and companionship for their beloved pets. | $0 | $0 |
Compensation and Service Providers
Employees
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Polgar | Executive Director | FT | $0 | - | - |
| Melissa Santos | Finance Board Member | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Christina Low | Marketing Board Member | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Elizabeth Benegas | Legal Board Member | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Shreyas Khandate | President | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Martin Robatti | Hr Board Member | PT | $0 | - | - |
Filing and Contact Details
Filer
- Filer Name
- American Dog Society Inc
- EIN
- 88-2817488
- Phone
- 6318190364
- Address
- 2601 Race Ave, Medford, NY 11763
Signing Officer
- Name
- Steven Polgar
- Title
- Executive Director
- Phone
- 6318190364
- Signed
- 2025-11-06
- Discuss with paid preparer
- Yes
Preparer
- Firm
- Integrated Accounting Solutions LLC
- Address
- PO Box 931, Havertown, PA 19083
- Preparer
- Daniel Kochka CPA
- Phone
- 2159677177
Supplemental Narrative
Additional Explanations
Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 8 - Other Revenue
“Description: Interest Income. Amount: 24.”
Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 - Other Expenses
“Description: Advertising and Promotion. Amount: 3,500. Description: General Administrative Expenses. Amount: 1,210. Description: Dues and Subscriptions. Amount: 1,611. Description: Travel. Amount: 1,226. Description: Travel Meals. Amount: 676. Description: Office Expense. Amount: 2,963. Description: Admin Expense. Amount: 5,130. Description: Supplies. Amount: 12,214. Description: Charges. Amount: 10,137. Description: Web Supplies. Amount: 1,433. Total to Form 990-EZ, line 16: 40,100.”
Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 24 - Other Assets
“Description: Inventory. Beg. of Year Amount: 0. End of Year Amount: 1,160.”
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