named programs · 3 · from sources
what they call their work
Crisis Response Team
Deploys trained responders to assist with animal evacuations, emergency housing, and care during disasters in the Southwest
FIDO BAG® Program
Distributes life-saving pet rescue kits to first responders for use in fires and emergencies
Homeless 2 Hero Program
Identifies and trains shelter dogs for service roles including search and rescue, therapy, and support for veterans or people with disabilities
activities · 3
what they do
direct service · 3
- Emergency animal response and disaster housing Rescue and Rehabilitation of At-Risk DogsDeploys trained emergency responders to disasters in the southwest to rescue displaced or abandoned animals and provide immediate housing. Distributes FIDO BAGs and training to fire departments to improve pet survival during emergencies.
- Placement of shelter dogs into skilled jobs Animal Behavior Training and SupportIdentifies shelter dogs with specific skills and behaviors and places them into jobs where they can lead fulfilling lives.
- Rescue and shelter for neglected or abused dogs Shelter and Foster Support ServicesProvides a safe place for homeless dogs that have been neglected or abused, offering shelter and care. Built a dedicated housing and training facility in Cave Creek, AZ to support these efforts.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Equipping and training first responders for pet life-saving interventions equipping first responders unique to this orgThe organization equips and trains first responders with specialized tools, such as "The FIDO BAG®", to enable them to provide life-saving interventions for pets in emergency situations.
- Identifying and training rescue dogs for service and therapy roles animal-assisted therapy/service unique to this orgThe organization identifies dogs from rescue organizations and shelters and trains them to become Search and Service dogs or Therapy dogs, specifically for veterans or individuals with disabilities, believing this provides purpose for the dogs and support for the veterans.
- Integrating pet emergency response with first responder priorities emergency_response_integration unique to this orgThe organization aligns pet emergency response efforts with the priorities of first responders, recognizing pets as a crucial element of overall emergency response.
- Preventing pet deaths from smoke inhalation through targeted intervention preventable_death_intervention unique to this orgThe organization addresses preventable pet deaths, specifically those caused by smoke inhalation during fires, through focused intervention strategies.
- Rapid animal rescue and emergency shelter through trained disaster response teams disaster_response_team unique to this orgThe organization utilizes a team of trained emergency responders to provide swift animal rescue and establish emergency shelters during disaster events.
- Skills-based dog placement for purpose and welfare skills-based dog placement unique to this orgThe organization matches shelter dogs to specific jobs based on their natural skills and behaviors, believing this provides the dogs with purpose and improves their overall welfare.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
the money
revenue
Total revenue$90K
Contributions & grants$90K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$30%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$83K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$3K
balance sheet
Total assets$92K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$80K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
who runs it
board members · 2
- GAIL BURCH — DIRECTOR
- MAUREEN SHANNON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 3
who they work with
- Fire departments Partner — Partner agencies receiving FIDO BAGs and training to assist pets during emergencies.
- Foothills Animal Rescue (FAR) Partner — Gail, a Vice President, volunteered for and later became Shelter Manager for FAR.
- PACC911 Partner — Kim, a Vice President, serves on the board of PACC911.