Mission
We do research, education, and advocacy regarding puppy mills, along with support to pet owners facing financial hardships to enable them to keep their pets in the family, reducing strains on local shelters
Public Charity
BAILING OUT BENJI
BAILING OUT BENJI is a nonprofit organization categorized as Public Charity based in AMES, IA. Its most recent IRS filing (2025) reports revenue of $483K, expenses of $486K, total assets of $517K. Imperigo tracks 5 reported grant relationships connected to this organization totaling approximately $45K.
EIN: 471652323
AMES, IA
Latest filing: 2025
Total Revenue$483K
Total Expenses$486K
Total Assets$517K
Grant Records5
Funding Total$45K
Filing Years2020–2025
Sample Grants Received
GENERAL SUPPORT
$6,390
Funding to support work to stop puppy mills
$7,110
Advocacy work to stop puppy mills
$6,000
ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS
$20,000
GENERAL SUPPORT
$5,855
Showing up to 5 of 5 total records — full history available with membership.
Officers & Directors
Secretary
Brandi Webber
Treasurer
Jake Biwer
Treasurer
Jason Long
President
Mindi Callison
Vice President
Rachel Yarger
Officer compensation and complete director data available with membership.
Top Grant Purposes
Financial Trends
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $483K | $486K | $517K |
| 2024 | $363K | $402K | $516K |
| 2023 | $401K | $417K | $544K |
| 2022 | $517K | $337K | $555K |
| 2020 | $280K | $202K | $227K |
Between 2020 and 2025, reported annual revenue grew from $280K to $483K (+73%), with total assets most recently reported at $517K.
Interactive year-over-year charts and full filing details available with membership.