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Registered — Montreal, QC — Charitable Organization
Scores: Legitimacy 100/100 · Effectiveness 84/100
Financials: Revenue $4,661,875 · Expenditures $5,358,592
Benedict Labre House is a nearly 60-year-old Montreal institution serving the city's homeless population through daily meals, clothing, housing, and support services — a model of direct poverty relief that channels 93.6% of spending to programs, placing it above the 75th percentile for its peer group. Rapid revenue growth and expanding housing construction signal an organization in a significant scaling phase, though volatile revenue and a current-year deficit warrant attention.
Our Verdict: This is a well-established, high-performing charity with exceptional program delivery and strong governance. Donors should note the current-year deficit and revenue volatility, but the nearly six decades of continuous operation and top-tier program spending make Benedict Labre House a credible steward of donations directed at Montreal homelessness.