irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $1.44MThe SPCA for Monterey County also focuses on spay and neuter to prevent the birth of thousands of homeless pets in our community. SPCA Monterey County operates a low-cost veterinary clinic providing high-quality spay and neuter surgeries and vaccinations to keep pets healthy and prevent the birth of thousands of homeless cats and dogs. In addition, we have supported multiple mobile spay/neuter clinics with funding or staffing to bring this service to underserved areas. We also provide greatly reduced pricing to the areas with the most homeless pets and will offer our services at no charge to our communitys homeless and most in-need residents. Our clinic serves the public Monday through Friday, and is the only clinic in the county providing low cost surgeries Monday through Friday.
- #2 $915KThe SPCA for Monterey County operates the only Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in Monterey County, rescuing thousands of injured and orphaned wild animals every year. Our skilled, professional rescue team helps a wide variety of wildlife from large animals such as bobcats, deer, opossums, hawks, owls, and pelicans, to small animals, including squirrels, skunks, turtles, hummingbirds, bats, swallows, and more. We provide 24/7 on-call service every day of the year to respond to wildlife emergencies and provide rescue and care to animals in distress.
named programs · 10 · from sources
what they call their work
Barn Cat Adoptions
Places feral cats, unsuited for indoor living, into barn or similar outdoor structures to help with rodent control, providing spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping.
Barn Cat Program
Places feral or unsocialized cats in barn or outdoor working environments to control rodent populations; includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping
Exotic Pet Adoption
Facilitates adoption of exotic animals with a tailored application to ensure proper care and housing
Foster to Adopt
Allows potential adopters to foster a pet for a short period before deciding to adopt; available for select dogs and cats
Horse Adoption
Adopts out horses to qualified individuals after a detailed application process assessing experience, facilities, and care plans
Lost Pets
Assists pet owners in finding lost pets.
Pet Alert Program
Free email and text notification system that alerts potential adopters when a pet matching their criteria becomes available
Prepare for a Disaster
Provides resources and information to pet owners on how to prepare their pets for disasters.
Report Cruelty
Provides a mechanism for the public to report animal abuse.
Whiskers & Wisdom
Discounted adoption program for adults aged 60+ offering reduced fees and comprehensive medical care for adopted pets
activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 10
- Barn Cat ProgramProvides spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping for barn cats prior to adoption, charges a $25 adoption fee with a $10 discount for multiple adoptions, and offers guidance to adopters on acclimating cats to new outdoor environments.
- Dog Training Programs Animal Behavior Training and SupportOffers affordable dog and puppy training classes using positive reinforcement techniques to support responsible pet ownership and improve animal behavior.
- End-of-Life Pet Services Humane Pet Euthanasia and AftercareProvides compassionate end-of-life care for pets, including humane euthanasia services, to support pet owners during difficult decisions.
- Horse Adoption Program Equine Rescue and RehabilitationOperates a dedicated horse adoption program to help individuals find lifelong equine companions, facilitating the placement of horses into adoptive homes.
- Low-Cost Veterinary and Preventive Care Low-Cost and Emergency Veterinary CareOperates a low-cost veterinary clinic offering spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations, microchips, flea control, and other preventive services to support pet health and reduce overpopulation.
- Pet Adoption Services Dog Adoption FacilitationOperates a daily open Adoption Center that provides adoption services for cats, dogs, rabbits, small pets, exotic pets, and barn animals such as horses, goats, pigs, donkeys, chickens, and roosters. Offers specialized programs including Foster to Adopt for select pets, with requirements such as leashing dogs in public during the 72-hour foster period.
- Pet Alert Program Dog Adoption FacilitationOperates a free notification service that alerts individuals via email or text when a pet matching their specified criteria becomes available for adoption.
- Pet Retention and Support ServicesProvides low and no-cost services to help pet owners retain their pets during difficult times, including lost and found services, disaster preparedness and response planning, and general support to maintain pet ownership.
- Specialized Adoption Support Programs Dog Adoption FacilitationOffers discounted and fee-waived adoption programs for specific populations, including no-cost adoptions for active military members and veterans through the Pets for Vets program, and up to $50 off adoption fees for adults aged 60 and over, which includes spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations, ID, and health evaluation.
- Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Wildlife Rescue and RehabilitationRescues and cares for over 2,500 injured or orphaned wild animals annually through its Wildlife Center, providing rehabilitation services for native wildlife species.
strategies · 13
how they think
Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.
- Comprehensive animal welfare model integrating care and education comprehensive_animal_welfare_model unique to this orgProvides a full spectrum of services—low-cost veterinary care, wildlife rehabilitation, rescue, and community education—under one organization to holistically support animal and human well-being.
- Customizable and temperament-based pet matching temperament-based_adoption_matching unique to this orgEmploys both customizable search criteria (breed, size, age, etc.) and temperament assessments to align adopters with compatible pets, including specialized programs like Whiskers & Wisdom for seniors.
- Donor-supported community humane society model donor-supported_community_humane_society unique to this orgOperates as an independent, donor-funded organization dedicated to serving both animals and people in the local community through sustainable, community-rooted support.
- Feral cat rehoming for natural rodent control barn_cat_rodent_control unique to this orgRescues feral cats unsuitable for indoor living and places them in outdoor working roles, such as barns or outbuildings, to provide humane rodent control and safe, species-appropriate environments.
- Foster-to-adopt with feedback-informed matching foster-to-adopt unique to this orgUtilizes a foster-to-adopt model to evaluate pet-adopter compatibility, collecting feedback from foster experiences to improve future placement success, regardless of final adoption outcome.
- Humane, positive reinforcement behavior training positive_reinforcement_training unique to this orgApplies positive, humane training methods to support healthy dog and puppy development, promoting long-term pet well-being and owner success.
- Local service area focus with community-based support local_service_area_focus unique to this orgConcentrates services within Monterey County, CA, ensuring local impact and directing out-of-area individuals to appropriate local resources, reinforcing community-specific animal welfare capacity.
- Pet adoption as permanent placement strategy pet_adoption_program unique to this orgUtilizes pet adoption programs as a core method to place animals into safe, permanent homes, forming a foundational component of the organization’s animal welfare mission.
- Pet retention through accessible support services pet_retention_support unique to this orgOffers low- and no-cost services to prevent pet relinquishment by addressing financial and logistical barriers, ensuring long-term pet ownership stability.
- Pet-assisted wellness for older adults pet-assisted_wellness_for_seniors unique to this orgOperates on the principle that companion animals deliver measurable emotional and health benefits for seniors, including reduced stress and improved social engagement, through targeted adoption programs.
- Structured adoption screening with home assessment adoption-screening unique to this orgUses home visits and property inspections as part of a rigorous adoption screening process to ensure safe, suitable placements, reserving the right to deny adoptions based on animal welfare criteria.
- Veteran support through pet adoption benefit veteran_support_through_pet_adoption unique to this orgOffers free pet adoptions to active military members and veterans every 12 months to support mental and emotional wellness through animal companionship.
- Visual breed assessment for pet profiles visual_breed_assessment unique to this orgAssigns breed designations based on physical appearance, behavior, and owner-reported history rather than DNA testing to inform adoption decisions and pet matching.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$38.78M
Contributions & grants$36.42M94%
Program service revenue$1.49M4%
Investment income$916K2%
Other revenue$-40K
expenses
Total expenses$8.76M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising13%
Salaries & benefits$5.54M
Grants paid out$56K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$66.24M
Cash$4.93M
Investments$42.20M
Liabilities$798K
Net assets$65.45M
Liquid reserves64.5 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +237.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Delucchi | President & CEO | 40 | $339K |
| Susan Imwalle | Vice Pres./ CFO | 40 | $161K |
| Elizabeth Brookhouser | VP Market & Comms | 40 | $151K |
| Elneda Connors | Chief of Vet Med | 40 | $145K |
| Rosanna Leighton | VP Operations | 40 | $145K |
| Kathleen Riley | Chief Vet Medicine | 40 | $143K |
| Jenny Morales | VP Shelter Ops | 40 | $136K |
board members · 18
- Adriana Hayward — Board Member
- Anita Dunsay — Board Member
- Anne Fitzpatrick — Board Member
- C Lee Cox — Treasurer
- Carol Kimbrough — Secretary
- Christine Chin — Board Member
- Constance Murray — Board Member
- Courtney Jones — Board Member
- Debra Couch — Board Member
- Diane Mall — Board Member
- Janet Tague — Board Member
- Joan McKee — Board Member
- Laraine Sanford — Board Member
- Laurel Lembo — Board Member
- Paul Hoffman — Chairman
- Robert Schaefer — Board Member
- Sherrie McCullough — Vice Chairman
- Stewart Fuller — Board Member
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Partner — Collaborates with staff who have experience as Sea Otter care givers at the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
- Monterey County Government — Serves the animals and people of Monterey County, indicating a service-area relationship with the county.
- Petfinder.com Partner — Lists adoptable pets on Petfinder.com as a platform for outreach to potential adopters.
- SPCA Monterey County Partner — Operates the Pet Alert Program for pet adoption.