By Embrace Relief Team · Last updated
The useful part before the long read.
- Legal name: Embrace Relief Foundation Inc. Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit. EIN: 26-2393075.
- Founded in 2008. Headquarters: 18 Passaic Ave, Unit 1, Fairfield, NJ 07004.
- Independent audit reports are published for 2015 through 2025, including the 2025 Financial Statements with Audit Report.
- You can confirm our status yourself with the IRS, ProPublica, and the BBB.
Yes. Embrace Relief Foundation Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 26-2393075, founded in 2008 and based in Fairfield, New Jersey. We are BBB Accredited, and we publish independent audit reports for every year from 2015 to 2025. This page brings together the facts and documents you need to check us, and shows how to verify each one yourself on independent sites.
The facts at a glance
| Fact | Detail | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| Legal name | Embrace Relief Foundation Inc. | About Embrace Relief |
| Tax status | 501(c)(3) public charity | IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search |
| EIN | 26-2393075 | IRS, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer |
| Founded | 2008 | About Embrace Relief |
| Headquarters | 18 Passaic Ave, Unit 1, Fairfield, NJ 07004 | Contact |
| Accreditation | BBB Accredited | Better Business Bureau |
| Audited financials | 2015–2025 | Audit Reports |
| Reach | 50+ countries | Facts & Figures |
| Tax treatment of gifts | Tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law | Zakat page |
How to verify Embrace Relief yourself
You do not have to take our word for it. Here are four independent checks, and each takes a few minutes:
- IRS: search for "Embrace Relief Foundation" or EIN 26-2393075 in the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search (apps.irs.gov/app/eos). It confirms whether donations are eligible for a deduction.
- Form 990: nonprofits file Form 990 with the IRS each year. You can read our filings on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.
- Audited financial statements: independent auditors review our finances every year. Download them from our Audit Reports page.
- BBB: look up Embrace Relief on the Better Business Bureau website to see our accreditation.
Financial documents
| Document | What it shows | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Audit reports (2015–2025) | Independent review of our financial statements, year by year | Audit Reports |
| Annual reports | Programs, results, and growth by year | Annual Reports |
| IRS Form 990 | Revenue, expenses, governance, and pay of key staff | ProPublica |
| Facts & Figures | Verified, dated program costs and results, with sources | Facts & Figures |
How we show where donations go
Each program page lists what specific gifts provide, so you can see exactly what you are funding. For example, $120 sponsors one cataract surgery in Mali, $3,500 builds a new water well with five years of maintenance reporting, and $150 a month fully supports a child in orphan care. Campaign pages show their goals and progress. Every online donor receives a receipt, and for a single gift of $250 or more, that receipt is the written acknowledgment you need for your taxes.
Who leads Embrace Relief
Embrace Relief is governed by a board of directors. You can see who serves on the Board of Directors page, and read how we design and deliver programs on Our Approach.
Questions before you give?
Contact our donor support team at [email protected] or +1 201 528-3181, or visit our FAQ. We are happy to answer questions about any program, receipt, or document.
Frequently asked questions
Is Embrace Relief a legitimate charity?
Yes. Embrace Relief Foundation Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 26-2393075), founded in 2008 and based in Fairfield, New Jersey. It is BBB Accredited and publishes independent audit reports for 2015 through 2025.
What is Embrace Relief's EIN?
Embrace Relief Foundation Inc.'s EIN (federal tax ID) is 26-2393075.
Where can I find Embrace Relief's Form 990?
Embrace Relief's Form 990 filings are available on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer under EIN 26-2393075. Audited financial statements are on the Audit Reports page of embracerelief.org.
Are donations to Embrace Relief tax-deductible?
Embrace Relief Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
How can I check that a charity is legitimate?
Confirm its 501(c)(3) status in the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search, read its Form 990 on ProPublica, review its audited financial statements, and look it up on the Better Business Bureau website.