Island Harvest Scores Top Marks From Nationally Respected Charity Rating Agency

Among the factors considered in Island Harvest receiving the four-star rating includes its adherence to strict financial controls and using conservative budgeting practices. Those sound fiscal practices lead to 97 cents of every dollar raised by the Mineola-based nonprofit going directly to food rescue, hunger relief and educational programs — a figure well above industry standards. The remainder is used to fund administrative and fundraising expenses. Health and welfare organizations similar to Island Harvest report an average of 81 to 85 cents per dollar raised going into program services.