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Registered — Strathmore, AB — Charitable Organization
Scores: Legitimacy 96/100 · Effectiveness 70/100
Financials: Revenue $197,690 · Expenditures $207,656
Strathmore Overnight Shelter Society is a small but vital homeless shelter in Strathmore, Alberta that delivers direct overnight accommodation, food, and clothing services to an average of 12–15 clients nightly — but its balance sheet is in critical condition, with negative reserves flagging insolvency risk. Revenue has grown 25.3% over four years and program delivery metrics are solid, yet consecutive years of deficit spending have eroded the organization's financial cushion entirely.
Our Verdict: This shelter does meaningful frontline work for a vulnerable population, and its program spending and fundraising efficiency are peer-competitive. However, its negative reserve position is a serious red flag — donors should feel confident their dollars go to programs, but should also be aware the organization's financial stability is precarious and may warrant a direct conversation with the board before committing significant gifts.