Ascension Health Alliance
Rooted in the loving ministry of Jesus as healer, we commit ourselves to serving all persons with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable. Our Catholic …
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Visit healthcare.ascension.orgAbout Ascension Health Alliance
Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable.
Mission
Rooted in the loving ministry of Jesus as healer, we commit ourselves to serving all persons with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable. Our Catholic health ministry is dedicated to spiritually centered, holistic care, which sustains and improves the health of individuals and communities. We are advocates for a compassionate and just society through our actions and our words.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAscension Health Alliance is a registered health nonprofit based in Saint Louis, MO, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2011 and has been operating for 15 years. Its EIN is 453358926. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 93/100 for health charities in United States. The organization reports $4.2B in annual revenue. 49 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Ascension Health Alliance has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 63 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 93/100.
Ascension Health Alliance is located in Saint Louis, MO, United States. The organization was established in 2011 and has been active for 15 years. Its registered address is PO Box 45998, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Ascension Health Alliance has $4.2B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $38M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Ascension Health Alliance is classified as a Health organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Church (170(b)(1)(A)(i)). It has $4.2B in annual revenue. The organization has 49 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Ascension Health Alliance. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
Ascension Health Alliance has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. Visit the Ascension Health Alliance profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. Ascension Health Alliance is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2011.
Among health charities registered in United States: Ascension Health Alliance's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63/100 is below the peer average of 93/100. Its annual revenue of $4.2B is well above the peer average of $38M.
Yes, donations to Ascension Health Alliance are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Ascension Health Alliance is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 453358926, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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ASCENSION HEALTH ALLIANCE is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Sentiment
NeutralEx-Ascension worker sues over 'terminated' auto-reply that ran two years - hcamag.com
Ascension wins FMLA case over HR specialist’s missed return - hcamag.com
Fired HR specialist wasn’t entitled to retroactive FMLA, 7th Circuit holds - HR Dive
Ascension Health Beats Tobacco Surcharge Suit as Courts Fracture - Bloomberg Law News
Ascension Health Beats Tobacco Surcharge Suit as Courts Fracture - Bloomberg Law News
Nurses union sues over pandemic bonus pay at St. Joseph in Joliet - Crain's Chicago Business
5 CT surgical centers included in Ascension’s $3.9B bid to acquire AmSurg - Hartford Business Journal
U.S. Not-For-Profit Health Care Outstanding Ratings And Outlooks As Of March 31, 2025 - S&P Global
6th Circ. Says $10.5M Ascension Hospitals Vax Deal Too Broad - Law360
Ascension Health, a big chain of Catholic hospitals, claims to advocate for a compassionate and just society. But its business practices and investments tell a different story. - HEALTH CARE un-covered
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Quick facts about Ascension Health Alliance
- What is Ascension Health Alliance?
- Ascension Health Alliance is a health church (170(b)(1)(a)(i)) based in Saint Louis, United States. Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable.
- When was Ascension Health Alliance founded?
- Ascension Health Alliance was founded in 2011.
- Who leads Ascension Health Alliance?
- Tonya Mershon serves as VICE PRESIDENT, TAX.
- Where is Ascension Health Alliance located?
- Headquartered in Saint Louis, MO, United States.
- What is Ascension Health Alliance's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $1B+. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Ascension Health Alliance trustworthy?
- Ascension Health Alliance has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Ascension Health Alliance's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 453358926.
- What is Ascension Health Alliance's website?
- https://healthcare.ascension.org/