From public IRS filings

DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE

WASHINGTON, DC · Animal-Related

EIN (Tax ID): 53-0183181Latest Form 990: 2025IRS ruling year: 1948Find their 990 filing →

Mission

Defenders of Wildlife is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities.

Financials (IRS Form 990)

Total revenue
$36.1M
Total expenses
$35.2M
Total assets
$58.5M

Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2025.

Who funds DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE

$27M in foundation grants on record from 263 funders — from IRS 990 grant line items.

Leadership

Andrew Bowman (Principal officer)

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