Mission
YogaShield® Yoga For First Responders® (YFFR) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides yoga training tailored for emergency services personnel such as firefighters, police officers, and military members. The organization focuses on culturally informed, job-specific training aimed at helping these individuals manage job-related stress, build resilience, and improve their overall performance during high-pressure situations. Through unique protocols and ongoing support, YFFR aims to foster long-term, survivable careers for first responders.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
2016
EIN
81-2161762
Total Assets
$63.81 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
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At a Glance
Instructor School
Learn YFFR’s unique and effective Protocol and how to deliver it to first responders.
In-Service Training
Training used by departments to fulfill ongoing training requirements.
Ongoing Fundraising Campaign
Support YFFR’s trainings and programs through donations.
Impact Stats
300+
Number of Instructors Trained
Training Reach
YFFR has trained over 300 instructors across multiple countries.
150+
Departments Impacted
Impact in 2019
YFFR reached over 150 departments across 35 states.
12,000+
Total Participants Trained
Participants in 2019
YFFR trained a total of over 12,000 first responders and military personnel.
Our Programs
YFFR Protocol
A systematic skill set designed to address high stress levels in emergency services personnel.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"YFFR works to combat the misconceptions about yoga while showing first responders why it is beneficial for understanding and handling stress."
Amber Diagostine
Denver Public Safety 911 Dispatcher
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
48
32
/100
Program Expense Ratio
71.93%
8
/20
Program Revenue Growth
8.84%
16
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.1965
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/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 | 41.23K | 12.48% |
| Program Services | 291.5K | 88.25% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 330.4K | 100.00% |
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