Mission
Heat Seek is a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring that every New Yorker has access to safe and adequate heating during the winter months. By using technology, they provide tenants with accurate temperature data to advocate for their rights and hold landlords accountable for heating violations. They work closely with community organizations, public interest attorneys, and tenant advocates to empower low-income tenants to confront landlords who fail to provide necessary heat, thereby addressing public health risks associated with inadequate heating.
Basic Information
Founded in
2014
EIN
47-2309345
Total Assets
$105.3 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Heat Sensors Program
An initiative established by Heat Seek to ensure that the worst landlords install temperature sensors in their buildings.

Impact Report
An annual report detailing the outcomes of Heat Seek's initiatives and contributions to tenant protections.

Community Partnerships
Heat Seek collaborates with numerous community-based organizations and legal services to amplify tenant advocacy efforts.
Impact Stats
Total hours of data collected
Data Collection
Assisted tenants in collecting over 129,000 hours of temperature data across 58 apartments?
Our Programs
Heat Seek Sensor Program
A program allowing tenants to document and track heating violations using smart temperature sensors.
Learn MoreImpact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
38
20
/100
Program Expense Ratio
65.17%
6
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.7709
8
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 209.7K | 99.74% |
Program Services | 552 | 0.26% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 210.3K | 100.00% |