Mission
Pure Earth is a non-profit environmental health organization dedicated to protecting people and the environment from the harms of toxic pollution. The organization focuses on reducing lead and mercury poisoning in low- and middle-income countries through evidence-based, sustainable interventions.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
1999
EIN
13-4075779
Total Assets
$17.54 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
Showing 3 of 5 goals
At a Glance
Enhancing Health Surveillance
Collaborating with governments to enhance health surveillance through blood lead level testing.
Mined Without Mercury Training
Training artisanal miners in safe and profitable mercury-free mining techniques.
Partnership for a Lead-Free Future
Announcing a global coalition to address lead poisoning.
Impact Stats
9
Number of Surveys Conducted
Large Scale Blood Lead Level Surveys
Implemented large scale blood lead level surveys in nine countries since 2018.
1500
Number of Miners Trained
Mercury-Free Mining Training
Trained over 1500 miners in mercury-free mining techniques.
5000
Total Toxic Sites Identified
Toxic Site Identification Program
Identified nearly 5000 toxic sites across 50+ countries.
Past Events
Lead Poisoning Awareness Webinar
2023-06-15
Global webinar series on lead poisoning and community health.
Mercury Pollution Conference
2023-04-20
Conference on the effects of mercury exposure in mining communities.
Lead Hazard Awareness Campaign
2022-11-12
Local campaign to promote awareness of lead hazards in schools.
Upcoming Events
Annual Fundraising Gala
2024-05-15
Join us in raising funds for lead and mercury poisoning mitigation projects.
Learn MoreTraining for Health Workers
2024-06-10
Training health workers on lead poisoning detection and management.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Global Mercury Program
Dedicated to reducing mercury exposure through training and remediation.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Community Awareness Volunteer
Help promote awareness of lead and mercury hazards in communities.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"Working with Pure Earth has been a life-changing experience. I've witnessed firsthand how our efforts are making a difference."
Emily R.
Volunteer
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
69
62
/100
Program Expense Ratio
79.98%
12
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-100.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.05395
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
2.712
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
1.186
12
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 9.68M | 100.34% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 22.15K | 0.23% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 28 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 9.647M | 100.00% |
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