Animal Charity Evaluators

Animal Charity Evaluators (ACE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered in the United States dedicated to finding and promoting the most effective ways to help animals. ACE aids compassionate donors, professionals, and volunteers in making informed decisions about how to help animals as effectively as possible. We strive to identify ways to alleviate suffering and improve the lives of animals on a wide scale, while continuously updating our recommendations based on new evidence. We oppose all systems of oppression and recognize that they are connected and mutually reinforcing.

Our mission is to find and promote the most effective ways to help animals. To do this, we analyze research on methods of helping animals in order to provide information about interventions and Top Charity recommendations. We offer advice for effective animal advocacy and provide career, charity, and volunteering suggestions. Additionally, we work with other organizations to help them conduct their own research.