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Lost Our Home Pet Foundation

Tempe, AZ · EIN 371589959 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Medium ($1M-$10M) · lostourhome.org
revenue
$1.8M
expenses
$1.8M
net assets
$4.1M
employees
65
volunteers
300
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

Our mission is to provide compassionate services to pets and people in crisis.

profile · synthesized from sources

Lost Our Home Pet Foundation provides emergency shelter, medical care, and support services for pets and their owners during crises such as domestic violence, homelessness, medical emergencies, and financial hardship. Based in Tempe, Arizona, the organization operates a Temporary Care Program, a Pet Food Bank, and adoption services to keep families together and ensure pets receive essential care. They also partner with local shelters and first responders to provide 24/7 access for pet surrenders and safety.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Adoption Program
Facilitates adoption of dogs and cats, including medical and behavioral support, with all adopted pets receiving spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping
Foster Program
Engages volunteers to foster pets in crisis, including those in the Temporary Care Program, shelter animals struggling in kennels, and kittens during kitten season
Pet Food Bank
Distributes pet food to families in need, having provided over 1.3 million meals to hungry pets
Pet-Friendly Domestic Violence Shelter Partnership
Collaborates with Sojourner Center and A New Leaf to allow survivors of domestic violence to bring their pets with them to safety
Temporary Care Program
Provides up to 90 days of safe shelter, medical, and emotional care for pets of individuals in crisis, including those fleeing domestic violence, experiencing homelessness, or facing medical or financial emergencies
activities · 6 clusters

what they do

  • Dog Foster Care & Adoption 7 activities
    • Foster care program for shelter animals
      Relies on foster homes to care for animals, including mother cats and kittens during kitten season, underage kittens requiring bottle feeding, and dogs needing behavior consultations, helping free shelter space and support medical recovery.
    • Pet Adoption Services
      Facilitates the adoption of cats and dogs into permanent homes, including those with special medical or behavioral needs, having placed over 12,700 pets since 2008.
    • Pet Adoption Services
      Facilitates the adoption of cats and dogs into permanent homes, including those with special medical or behavioral needs, having placed over 12,700 pets since 2008.
    • Pet Adoption Services
      Facilitates the adoption of dogs and cats into permanent homes, providing detailed profiles for each animal and having facilitated over 12,700 adoptions since 2008. This includes pets with medical needs or those requiring behavior consultations.
    • Pet Foster Care Program
      Utilizes foster homes to provide temporary care for pets, especially during kitten season for mother cats and kittens, and for animals requiring specialized care or awaiting adoption.
    • Pet Foster Care Program
      Utilizes foster homes to provide temporary care for pets, especially during kitten season for mother cats and kittens, and for animals needing specialized care or behavior consultations before adoption. This program also supports the Temporary Care Program.
    • Pet Foster Care Program
      Utilizes foster homes to provide temporary care for pets, especially during kitten season for mother cats and kittens, and for animals requiring specialized care or behavioral consultations before adoption.
  • Animal Rescue & Shelter Volunteer Support 4 activities
    • 24/7 emergency intake for first responders
      Provides round-the-clock access to its shelter for Tempe First Responders to safely bring pets in crisis situations.
    • Emergency Pet Intake for First Responders
      Offers 24/7/365 access to its shelter for Tempe First Responders to bring pets to safety during emergencies.
    • Emergency Pet Intake for First Responders
      Provides 24/7/365 access to its shelter for Tempe First Responders to bring pets to safety during emergencies.
    • Emergency Pet Intake for First Responders
      Offers 24/7/365 access to its shelter for Tempe First Responders to bring pets to safety during emergencies.
  • Pet Food Pantry & Distribution 4 activities
    • Pet Food Bank
      Distributes pet food to pet owners in need, having provided over 1.3 million meals to pets.
    • Pet Food Bank
      Distributes pet food to pet owners in need, having provided over 1.3 million meals to pets through its Pet Food Bank.
    • Pet Food Bank
      Distributes pet food to pet owners in need, having provided over 1.3 million meals to pets.
    • Pet Food Bank distribution
      Operates a Pet Food Bank that has distributed over 1.3 million meals to pets in need, supported by donations of unopened pet food, formula, and litter.
  • Emergency Pet Shelter for Crisis Victims 4 activities
    • Temporary Care Program for pets of vulnerable individuals
      Provides up to 90 days of temporary housing, medical care, and emotional support for pets of domestic violence survivors and individuals experiencing homelessness, with care delivered at the Tempe shelter or in foster homes. The program has provided over 170,000 nights of safe care since inception.
    • Temporary Pet Care Program
      Operates a Temporary Care Program for up to 90 days, providing safe shelter, medical care, and emotional support for pets of individuals experiencing homelessness or domestic violence survivors. This program has provided over 170,000 nights of care and frees up kennel space by utilizing foster homes.
    • Temporary Pet Care Program
      Provides up to 90 days of temporary housing and care for pets of individuals experiencing homelessness or domestic violence, including medical, physical, and emotional support, having provided over 170,000 nights of safe care.
    • Temporary Pet Care Program
      Provides up to 90 days of temporary housing and care for pets of individuals experiencing homelessness or domestic violence, including medical, physical, and emotional support, having provided over 170,000 nights of safe care.
  • Emergency & Critical Veterinary Care 3 activities
    • Medical treatment and rehabilitation for shelter animals
      Provides medical, surgical, and quarantine care for animals in need, including treatment for parvo virus, life-saving amputations, and ongoing care for animals with medical conditions.
    • Pet Medical Treatment and Rehabilitation
      Provides medical treatment, including life-saving surgeries and care for illnesses like parvo virus, to pets in its care, followed by rehabilitation and foster care as needed.
    • Pet Medical Treatment and Rehabilitation
      Provides medical treatment, including life-saving surgeries and care for illnesses like parvo virus, to pets in its care, facilitating their recovery and eventual adoption.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Adoption services for cats and dogs
      Facilitates the adoption of cats and dogs into permanent homes, offering detailed profiles for each animal including breed, age, sex, medical needs, and behavioral requirements. The organization has placed over 12,700 pets into adoptive homes.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$1.80M
Contributions & grants$1.44M80%
Program service revenue$250K14%
Investment income$32K2%
Other revenue$77K
expenses
Total expenses$1.78M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$1.03M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.19M
Cash$258K
Investments$1.12M
Liabilities$42K
Net assets$4.14M
Liquid reserves9.3 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -25.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Jodi Polanski Executive Dir. 40 $76K
board members · 13
  • Amy Schaefer — Treasurer
  • Brenda Breit — Director
  • Bruce Andersen — Director
  • Curtis Wood — Director
  • Gina Kilker — Director
  • Jami Pryor — Vice Chair
  • Jami Waggoner — Chair
  • Jeanette Everette — Director
  • Judy Paul-Farguson — Director
  • Lara Sosnow — Director
  • Mary Lou Bessette — Director
  • Nate Meador — Director
  • Wendy Rios — Secretary
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • A New Leaf Partner — Partnership to provide pet-friendly shelter options for women and children fleeing domestic violence.
  • City of Tempe Police Department Partner — Partners with the City of Tempe Police Department, whose Commander, Field Operations, Michael Pooley, endorses their services for pets in need.
  • Jeff Partner — Volunteer who fostered and subsequently adopted dog Fitz
  • Sojourner Center Partner — Partnership to provide pet-friendly shelter options for women and children fleeing domestic violence.
  • fostering@lostourhome.org Partner — Contact point for foster applicants and support, indicating internal coordination for foster program management.