Mercy For Animals

Please do not donate your hard-earned money to Mercy For Animals — there are many other smaller worthy animal charities out there to support instead.

Mercy For Animals gets a large portion of their funding from Open Philanthropy — an organization founded by one of the billionaire founders of Facebook.

I have concerns about the influence of billionaires over shaping societal priorities and public policy. I’m also concerned that this kind of giving is an effort to "buy goodwill" or distract from the ways in which billionaires may have amassed their wealth through exploitative or monopolistic practices.

Open Philanthropy’s most recent grants to Mercy For Animals were:
August 2022: Open Philanthropy gave a grant of $12,470,000 over two years to Mercy for Animals: https://www.openphilanthropy.org/grants/mercy-for-animals-corporate-campaigns/
July 2024: Open Philanthropy gave a grant of $12,380,000 over two years to Mercy for Animals: https://www.openphilanthropy.org/grants/mercy-for-animals-corporate-campaigns-2024/

In 2023, MFA ran a deficit of over $13 million dollars, with overall expenses rising by nearly $10 million dollars (+64%). See form 990 from 2023: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/542076145

So, it’s clear that billionaires are setting the priorities at MFA. As a past donor, I’ve asked questions and made suggestions, and always got non-answers and been ignored.

As an alternative, Animal Charity Evaluators has a list of Recommended Charities that are working in ways that are likely to produce the greatest gains for animals. (MFA did not make the list.)
https://animalcharityevaluators.org/recommended-charities/

Thank you!

I'm a big animal rights advocate and Mercy for Animals is my number one choice for making a difference. They're committed to solving the biggest issue with animal rights which is factory farming since over 80 billion animals and the planet and our health are all at stake. They attack the problem from all angles and their transfarmation program is innovative. They use resources responsibly. They also appreciate their donors and make them feel part of the family and movement. I can't recommend Mercy for Animals enough.

I have engaged/partnered with Mercy for Animals for several years now, and can unequivocally say that they are a critically vital part of the solution for this global systemic injustice to animals.
As someone who wants to see an end to factory farming and end our cruel food system, I spend my resources and actions prioritizing animal freedom each day; and I am so grateful to Mercy for Animals for all the incredibly work they do. Collaborating with them and witnessing their focus, steadfastness and compassion has been an honor and a pleasure.

I found out about Mercy for Animals a few years ago when I stumbled across their undercover investigations of cruel factory farming practices on Instagram. Learning about their work to create a more compassionate food system even motivated me to go from being vegetarian to vegan two year ago. Since then I’ve gotten more involved by donating to their different programs like the People’s Fund that helps entrepreneurs in the plant-based industry, or attending Compassion Collective calls to learn more about Animal Advocacy, their investigation programs, and more. I love how hands on this organization is, and how much good they’re doing for animals!

Farmed animals (by the numbers) are the most abused animals on the planet which means that Mercy For Animals has their work cut out for them. I’m in awe of what they’ve accomplished so far and the vision and goals they’ve set going forward. MFA is changing hearts, habits and minds and moving us towards a more compassionate and sustainable future. I’m thrilled to support these efforts.

It is my honor and privilege to support Mercy for Animals, an enormously deserving nonprofit. The power lies in their undercover investigators who witness and document gut-wrenching and egregious abuse on sentient beings (that would otherwise be forever shrouded in secrecy...) Without these courageous, brave and noble individuals who step up to endure this emotionally devastating work, this abysmal practice would continue indefinitely.

Over 9 billion factory farmed animals a year (in the U.S. alone) undergo horrific suffering all for the sake of greed and corporate profit. Animals in factory farms experience unspeakable misery every day of their hellish lives. Born into a world where they are regarded as a "commodity" makes their every moment a brutal reality. This hideous and cruel existence continues until the day they are slaughtered for human consumption.

Mercy for Animals is not only deeply committed to ending this inhumane atrocity, but fundamentally involved at all levels to create a kinder and more compassionate world for "nonhuman animals". This entails working for the advancement of protective legislation, as well as exposing the brutal reality of factory farming in mainstream news, and being powerfully involved in public engagement through authoritative information and videos on social media. Thank you Mercy for Animals, for your extraordinary impact in creating a better future for animals, people and our planet.

"Our task must be to free ourselves by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty." Albert Einstein

I have been a supporter of Mercy for Animals for many years. The good work this organization does to help animals is a blessing. I thank the universe daily for MFA's help and support for innocent, voiceless, abused, terrorized and exploited animals.
I also greatly appreciate the excellent donor support and communication on all aspects of MFA's work, thus many thanks to Mr. Mikael Nielsen for his unswerving dedication.

There are so many animal rights organizations in the State and the world that are worthwhile for our supports, but not many make personal connection with their supporters to ensure the supporters understand very well of the organizations' missions, what they are currently working on, their plans etc. Having such personal connection help supporters to truly feel like being a part of the movement and actions, rather than just a name with donation figures tied to it. Mercy for Animals is one of the very few organizations that understand the importance of such connection, not because of the amount someone donates but just because they know building the bridge is very essential not only for the sake of helping all the animals they can, but equally important is to establish the unwavering and loyal supports based on trust and knowledge. I am very proud to be a part of MFA as a supporter and I admire their works and their team's inspiration to we supporters, because of their compassionate and teamwork spirit (teamwork internally and externally with supporters and even people, like farmers who thrive for changes), we can be confident to help educate others in our lives about animals cruelty and how we collectively as human can help end animals suffering, in the same level of compassionate and understanding spirit that MFA shines on their supporters, and the results are proven that MFA has been achieving so much in animal welfare and animal rights, and, more importantly, creating changes from the core of the problems. I want to also do a shout out to their undercover team, without them, truths can be buried away in our highly corrupted big business and government ties.

Mercy For Animals is an absolutely awesome organization. They are working relentlessly in a myriad of ways to improve the lives of farmed animals across the world. Recently, this has included making the case to the United Nations about the environmental benefits of a plant-based diet, collaborating with municipal governments to encourage plant-based meal options by default, conducting undercover investigations on factory farms, and working with farmers to transition away from animal agriculture in favor of plant-based business models. This is an organization that inspires hope on a regular basis, and I can't recommend them enough.

I loving being a donor to Mercy for Animals. Their compassionate work makes such a profound difference for animals. They work hard to influence legislation that will make the world a better, kinder place for creatures, have the courage to do undercover work (witnessing terrible and heartbreaking treatment and conditions) and keep the public informed about the important animal welfare issues at hand and what they can do to help (signing petitions, making better choices). Knowing these angels are on the front lines to protect animals gives me such peace of mind. Charity Navigator gives this organization a 99% rating. Mercy for Animals is a great nonprofit!

It has been a couple of years since I learned about the existence of Mercy for Animals and have been a supporter ever since. The work they are doing to alleviate animal suffering is incredible and it gives me hope that there is a path to increase their footprint and influence so that more people will participate in changing their eating habits so that the use of animals in factory environments and the hell that it creates will eventually be substantially reduced and more animals saved.
I am proud to be a supporter of Mercy ForAnimals and urge others to join the movement.
Just reading their newsletter one can see the important impact they are having to make this a better world for animals!!

Mercy for Animals is a very dedicated organization that I support !
It brings awareness , education and helps ALL kind of animals in need, promoting the benefit of healthy nutrition without meet . I am a cancer survivor and testimony that since am not consuming meet, loving animals and knowing the tragedy of their lives, my blood work is improved and best ever!
This is an organization deserving help ....
Mariana Laufer

We have been working with Mercy for Animals since last 6-7 years. Everyone works so hard to promote the animal compassion and plant based life style. We applaud their efforts and they are on the top our list of the charities. They communicate regularly with us giving us updates. Their Transfarming program is the one that like the most which will convert the factory farming of the animals and chickens to plant farming.
We wish them well and many years to accomplish their goals!

Mercy For Animals goes undercover to expose cruelty and abuse of farmed animals. They see the worst and still keep going back, doing the hard work every day for the love of animals. I'm living for the day when factory farms are obsolete and will do whatever I can to spread the word. Animals we share this earth with deserve to live and breathe free from harm. Thank you, Mercy For Animals.

Grateful for all the good work the folks at Mercy for Animals do. Bless them and all the critters they help and advocate for.

The work this organization does is uniquely spectacular. They manage to go undercover in the most unlikely ways to reveal the viciousness of animal agriculture. Their videos documenting this are very difficult to watch but essential. Those who do this undercover work for Mercy for Animals face monumental obstacles, like the stench of factory farms and the witnessing of terrible cruelty inflicted on animals being processed for food as if an automobile on an assembly line.

These folks are in at the ground level, taking the most extraordinary pictures and videos that will break your heart. Of all the animals that need compassion and intervention, farmed animals are paramount, and precious few other agencies advocate for them besides Mercy for Animals. They often risk themselves in the undercover attempt to capture abuse that companies would as soon hide. They also have no hesitation about naming names and identifying organizations that have the potential to change under a spotlight when it comes to unconscionable treatment.

I appreciate Mercy for Animals advocating for the welfare of farmed animals, and I feel confident giving because they have a 90% score on Charity Navigator.

I started donating to Mercy for Animals as I saw they were trustworthy, transparent and mostly because their work is critical to alleviate the enormity of suffering that goes on daily.. I continue to have confidence and faith in them.

Of the more than one hundred nonprofits I support, it is a particular pleasure to donate to Mercy for Animals, an organization that reminds me how I need to commit to compassion, kindness, animal justice, clean air and water, small and free-ranging grass-fed, improved-habitat farming, and our work to make animals' lives better. Mercy for Animals gives me hope in our own survival as a planet when we collaborate and love the animals and ecosystems we share.

I have adored animals my entire life. Mercy for Animals is exactly the organization to fulfill my deepest desire that all animals be treated with kindness and respect, and feel loved every day of their lives. I am proud and deeply grateful monthly supporter

I've been an animal lover & vegetarian all my life. I'm now a monthly donor for Mercy for Animals. I LOVE what they are doing for animals!

I have been supporting Mercy For Animals for years - they are the absolute best charitable organization out there in the field discovering cruelty in factory farming. In order to end such abominable, unacceptable animal cruelty that occurs daily times hundreds of thousands of animals being killed so people can taste their flesh, we must support them financially and every other way possible!

I choose to donate to Mercy for Animals because I know they dedicate their efforts to improving the lives of animals. I support their efforts to end industrial agriculture and help create a more humane and sustainable food system.

I chose to be a monthly donor to Mercy for Animals. They spend almost the entire amount of their donations on animals. It is easier to give monthly donations and not have to think about giving again. Animals cannot speak for themselves and someone, that is you and me, needs to speak for them.

I love the work Mercy for Animals is doing to reduce and hopefully eliminate factory farming and the cruelty treatment to farm animals. Their work has direct, positive impacts on animals. Thank you!!

Mercy for Animals is one of my favorite nonprofits. They are They are so on the ground with up-to-date animal causes and great with getting participants active to help with animal welfare causes. They are excellent with their focus and outreach and help us all with our awareness and action for animals.

Mercy for Animals is one of the most dedicated and organized volunteer organizations I have worked with. I've attended numerous volunteer orientations which are completed via Zoom, and it is an incredibly organized use of 30 minutes to 1 hour. The objective has always been clear during the meetings, and it has just the right amount of interaction between volunteers.

Secondly, MFA is consistently updating their social media and finding new ways to engage with their existing community and reach interested new members as well. While some posts may be difficult to look at, you can truly see the dedication of the team members behind the screen.

I'll certainly continue to volunteer with them!

I used to intern at MFA and have followed their work for years. This is truly amazing organization full of passionate and talented people who are doing incredibly important work for animals and the planet. I'm grateful there are organizations like this that are truly making an impact.

Mercy for Animals is a wonderful organization that has accomplished great things to improve the lives of countless animals in our barbaric factory farming system. I am always proud to make my monthly contribution to MFA, knowing the money will benefit the most unfortunate animals on our planet. I am grateful there are compassionate, dedicated people like those at MFA, whose efforts make our world a better place.

I first learned of Mercy for Animals when listening to an interview between Rich Roll and Leah Garcés on the Rich Roll podcast. I remember feeling so impressed by the organizations approach to making a difference for farm animals and those who work in the meat industry. By coming alongside companies and farmers, they take time to listen and offer solutions that would help reduce the suffering that is present in industrial farms today. This model of making a change has lasting impact by considering the problem from so many angles. I am grateful to have the opportunity to contribute to this work and to continue seeing the impact Mercy for Animals has on our farming practices.

Every month I donate to 10 animal organizations, but of the top 4 that I donate to, Mercy for Animals and one called Animal Equality are the tops in their very brave underground investigations and risking of their own freedom to help animals. I am sooo glad I found them last year because what they do is what is needed to help animals everywhere. I just so admire what they do and what they accomplish.

I’ve been a supporter of mercy for animals for years. I was attracted to their advocacy because they bring to the forefront the suffering endured by farm animals behind closed doors and help educate people to the horrors of factory farming. as a result of their efforts, I’ve become more aware of the harm caused by a meat-based diet for both the Animal and the environment. As a result, I’ve been a vegan for many years. Keep up the good work you are making a difference in this world

The world is in desperate need for organizations like Mercy for Animals. This non-profit organization has taken on the monumental task of trying to reduce animal suffering, especially in the farm sector, where the organization's undercover investigations are constantly exposing the hideous cruelties and abuse these sentient, but so-called "food animals " endure. I am proud to support them.

I Refuse To Eat Chicken Tikka Masala Because Animals Are Not Made For Ingredients And That's Why I Am A Vegan Who Loves Aloo Gobi To Chana Masala Of My Indian Foodies Are Meatless!

I always use Charity Navigator for charity's rating. Then I donate. Depending on the charity's reply, I will continue
donating or move on. Mercy for Animals is a perfect fit for me.
I wish I had unlimited funds to give to Mercy. This charity is my Dream Team for animal rescue and rehab.

Great organization who truly believes in the rights of animals. Donate and follow them to make changes to how our government works to sacrifice animals for their selfish needs......

I first saw this charity recommended in the New York Times. Since then I have become a monthly supporter and have been very happy with the organization: its objectives, transparency and actions. They are doing their best to ameliorate a very sad blight on human activity.

Have donated to MFA for awhile now. Firm Believer in what they do. They deserve top rating

Mercy for Animals is a legitimate non-profit doing their absolute best to reduce animal suffering, especially in the farm sector. Their undercover investigations bring to light the abuse animals face in our farm industry and they work hard to ensure a better life for farmed animals.

Have been a donor to Mercy for Animals for years. They do a great service for the abused farm animals; most important of all is documenting horrible cruelty that these precious, helpless animals suffer. They keep me updated on their accomplishments and they have helped me in my effort to become a vegetarian. They are angels watching over animals. I am so thankful for them and the wonderful work they are doing.

Animal suffering isn’t apparent, often because shame keeps the perpetrators in darkness, hidden from view. The inclination to hide abuse applies similarly to animals in the wild, domestic animals and pets, and farm animals. Mercy for Animals helps to address the last of these and fulfills its mission better than any other organization with similar goals. I support Mercy for Animals with a monthly gift because it’s not only concerned with addressing the problem of unbelievable suffering now, but also in the future, as we move toward plant-based diets, diets that are better for us as humans, and for the planet we all inhabit.

There advocacy for the humane treatment of farm animals is such an important part of animal welfare but is neglected often by the larger well known charities. I am pleased to have the opportunity to contribute to this imortant cause

Amazing charity. I am always kept up to date. You can see the changes they have made even in my day to day life here in Canada. Stores have changed their policies, the public opinion has shifted, there are more food choices for vegans out there. I trace most of that back to Mercy for Animals. Thank you with all my heart for all you do.

All I can say is who else is taking care of our farmed, abused animals but Mercy for Animals? We desperately need these people as their voice because NO ONE ELSE IS LISTENING!! They are amazing. Please donate now!

Mercy For Animals has made a real difference in the effort to make people aware of the horrors of factory farming and to end it. I proudly make a donation each month and feel it is well used.

I've been a monthly supporter of Mercy for Animals for many years-ever since I met Nathan at the HSUS Taking Action for Animals conference in D.C. MFA does a stellar job of advocating for farmed animals, who are among the most cruelly exploited creatures on Earth. They also provide terrific educational materials and support for adopting a plant-based diet, which is healthier, better for the planet, and kinder to our fellow beings.

I am genuinely impressed with Mercy for Animals and the work they do. I have supported them for a while and will continue to do so. They fight hard for what is right for the animals we share this planet with. Bless them for all they do.

I have been supporting Mercy for Animals for a number of years now and I will always continue to do so. I completely trust MFA to use my donation effectively to advocate for farmed animals, raise awareness of the many issues, and promote a vegan lifestyle.

Our family have been huge supporters of MFA for many, many years and will continue to do so. I continue to be impressed with MFA and their constant creativity and innovation to address every avenue that has created the problem of cruelty to farm animals... from addressing the underlying laws that have kept this cruelty in place, to the vital work of undercover exposure to inspiring public grassroots efforts. I was especially impressed that MFA began working directly with factory farmers... to actually meet with them, listen to and attempt to partner with the farmers themselves... to understand their needs and work with them to develop solutions without resulting to cruelty. I applaud MFA's creation of a branch of their website as well to guide those looking to eat a plant based cruelty free diet. I can feel the passion of MFA members and the absolute constant dedication to reaching the goal of a world of compassion for all living creatures. I know my contribution is being well utilized. Thank you MFA for all you do. You bring hope. Shelli Welch, Prescott, AZ

I have been a supporter of Mercy for Animals for 5 years. They do great investigative work of factory farms and are working to end the worst abuses. I recommend everyone that cares about animals and the environment look into them.

Michael Dubin

I' ve known of Mercy for Animals since I interviewed Nathan for an article about egg farms for the Cleveland Plain Dealer. That was eons ago, maybe 1995 or so. I have nothing but admiration and gratitude for the work MFA has done, the many undercover operations that have allowed the world to see the ugliness inherent in factory farming. I am astonished where his vision has taken MFA, and very 'proud' of this amazing Ohio kid who will go down in history for his work.

Mercy For Animals is amazing. Thank you for all your work to stop the suffering of sentient creatures. You make a great difference to make this a better world for animals and all who care for them.

Mercy For Animals does so much to help animals who really need it . They are a saving grace for all animals. I have learned so much since discovering this nonprofit. Their dedication and drive are unmatched.

Mercy For Animals shows clear direction on the steps taken to our mission.

I am a supporter of Mercy for Animals - I really like their work as they do fantastic under cover investigations on animal farming, they also have immense legal knowledge which is so helpful, to know as a supporter that they really understand what they are trying to change and target.
Their newsletters with actions are really clear so great for a busy supporter as I am, supporting many animal charities!
Lastly, they are really helpful if I get in touch with any questions.
Great charity !

MFA’s many undercover videos had me in tears several times. They’re the reason I switched to going vegan. Their method of helping animal farmers transition to plant farming called TransFARMation is so effective and lucrative for the farmers. They help consumers realize what factory farming really is like such as CostcoExposed. Now they’re doing BreakfastofChampions to encourage major restaurant chains such as Denny’s and Bob Evans offer more plant-based menu. I’m so thrilled to be a part of all the work they do!! I’m proud to be a Mercy for Animals volunteer.

I am honored to be a volunteer with Mercy for Animals. Every message this nonprofit sends is spot-on to the inhumane manner in which animals are treated, and every volunteer action in response to the messages gives all volunteers a reason to show the utmost empathy to the plight of animals in our world. I enjoy working online and in-person with the staff, one in which each member lives the principles established by Mercy for Animals in order to bring awareness to the suffering of animals and the hope that humankind will emulate what is exemplified.

MFA is an incredible non-profit doing amazing work to reduce the suffering of farmed animals and ultimately help fix our food systems so one day animals aren’t raised and killed for food. The organization is transparent and their team is passionate and professional. I will continue to donate to MFA and support their mission and vision.

Founded in 1999, Mercy for Animals has been fighting effectively to curb the horrible abuses in factory farming. First and foremost through its investigative undercover reporting and drone footage, and also through their work at the legislative and corporate level. Nine billion animals are slaughtered annually in the US and most are raised in tortuous conditions.

MFA does so much important work to help save animals a lifetime of suffering in our horrific factory farming system. From corporate lobbying and organizing demonstrations to legal advocacy to direct outreach to the public, MFA is a powerhouse in the farmed animal rights space.

MFA does absolutely amazing work for the animals (and consequently for people and the planet). I've been a supporter for a number of years and I've been constantly impressed by the different types of programs they work on including legislative efforts, working with farmers to get them to switch from growing animals for food to vegetable farms, working to help make vegan products more accessible, going undercover to expose the cruelties of factory farming, among other things. I've also had the good fortune of meeting a number of the kind people working for animals including the president Leah, both in person and virtually, and they are all great people completely committed to the cause of helping animals. I'm constantly impressed by their work and commitment and love seeing the changes that are happening for animals (slowly but surely) with the help of this amazing organization.

Mercy for Animals is a non-profit that I'm always happy to donate to. It has a clear, noble mission and lays out both the long-term strategy as well as short-term tactical actions they're taking to get there. They transparently keep stakeholders up to date about where money goes and I'm proud to support their work.

I've had friends who work for them and know they pay living wages but focus on having donations go to saving animals and reducing suffering. Instead of focusing on the animals with the most financial support (e.g. dogs, cats) they focus on those suffering the most in factory farms. They work with businesses to reduce their inhumane treatment of farmed animals. Fantastic place to donate your money if you want to reduce suffering.

I love how they do undercover investigations. They educate people on the horrors of factory farming. Mercy For Animals also having great petitions helping animals that are being tortured and murdered.

Mercy For Animals changed my life....truly. I viewed their video "Farm To Fridge" and changed everything that very day! After that, I checked them out further to see how effective they are with donations and programs, and was amazed at what I learned. The Founder/Executive Director doesn't even take a salary!!

Their investigations and honest, non judgmental approach to educating the general public is impressive and dangerous work. My hat's off the entire team. They are a wonderful group doing a massive job!

Thank you, Mercy For Animals, for doing work most of us do not have the courage to do ourselves!

This group is really only interested in celebrity donors. I got a snarky email from a woman there about the amount I could I afford to give them. Then I saw that they are in an expensive address in LA, with nearly 20 administrative -- non-activist - employees. They said they are in their own building on Santa Monica Blvd to be near celebrities, not animals. This charity has lost its focus and its soul.

This is one of the great animal rights/welfare groups. They have been documenting the unspeakable cruelty to animals occurring in factory farms. They have revealed, on video tape, the horrors that the written word cannot do justice to. Their job is dangerous and difficult, and they have given us a picture of animal cruelty that many people cannot believe is happening and that some people do not want to see. But their efforts have inspired others to change their diets and lifestyles and to support this organization. They are the advocates the the most ignored and most brutally treated animals. They deserve everyone's help and contributions.

Thank God we have an organization that help the voiceless innocent farm animals by making us aware of the horrors that these creatures suffer at these slaughter houses. These awareness will compel us to change our eating habits by eliminating fowl, meat and fish from our diets and by spreading the word among those who are not aware of the cruelty these innocent animals are exposed in order to supply the markets to feed America with animal products. If we stop consuming the farms will stop the slaughter.