named programs · 2 · from sources
what they call their work
Financial Assistance Grant Program
Provides grants to help cover the cost of cancer treatment for dogs, particularly for families facing financial hardship or rescue organizations
Welcome Package
Sends care packages to dogs beginning cancer treatment, offering comfort items and support
activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 6
- Emotional and comfort support for dogs in cancer treatment Canine Cancer Treatment SupportProvides welcome packages containing treats and comfort items to dogs undergoing cancer treatment, aiming to improve their emotional well-being and quality of life during therapy.
- Financial and Emotional Support for Canine Cancer Treatment Canine Cancer Treatment SupportProvides financial assistance and emotional support to pet owners to help manage the costs and challenges of canine cancer treatment, including grants for veterinary oncology treatments, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. This support aims to improve the comfort and extend the time pets have with their loved ones.
- Financial assistance for canine cancer treatment Canine Cancer Treatment SupportProvides financial support to pet owners to help cover the costs of veterinary oncology treatment for dogs, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and other interventions. Support is offered to both private pet owners and rescue organizations, with documented assistance during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Funding for Cancer Treatment of Rescue Dogs Canine Cancer Treatment SupportProvides funding specifically for the cancer treatment of rescue dogs, ensuring these animals receive necessary medical care.
- Support for extended time with pets during cancer journey Canine Cancer Treatment SupportOffers holistic support intended to extend and improve the time pet owners spend with their dogs during cancer treatment, including through financial, emotional, and palliative measures.
- Welcome Packages for Dogs Undergoing Cancer Treatment Canine Cancer Treatment SupportDistributes welcome packages containing treats and other items to dogs undergoing cancer treatment to provide comfort and support during their medical journey.
research · 1
- Research and data estimation on canine cancer incidence Canine Cancer and Infectious Disease ResearchConducts or cites research estimating that six million dogs are diagnosed with cancer annually, providing context for the scale of the issue the organization addresses.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Financial and Emotional Support for Pet Owners financial_and_emotional_support_model unique to this orgOffers financial assistance and morale-boosting initiatives to support pet owners navigating veterinary oncology treatment, ensuring access to care and providing emotional support during their pet's cancer journey.
- Foster Care Requirement for Rescue Dogs foster_care_requirement unique to this orgFor rescue dogs to qualify for grants, they must be in a committed foster home. This requirement ensures that the dogs receive necessary monitoring and support post-treatment, which is crucial for their recovery and well-being.
- Informed Pet Owner Advocacy pet_owner_advocacy unique to this orgAdvocates for informed pet ownership by encouraging dog owners to become educated and actively involved in their pet's cancer diagnosis and treatment planning, fostering better care decisions.
- Prognosis- and Needs-Based Financial Assistance needs-based_and_prognosis-based_funding unique to this orgFinancial assistance is provided based on a careful review of each case, prioritizing dogs with a good prognosis for a return to a good quality of life. Funding is specifically for treatment costs, not diagnostics, and is contingent on financial need, owner's ability to support treatment, and assessment by a qualified canine oncologist, with grants directly funding care under veterinary supervision.
- Prognosis-Based and Needs-Based Funding for Pet Cancer Treatment needs-based_and_prognosis-based_funding unique to this orgProvides financial assistance for pet cancer treatment based on a careful review of each case, prioritizing dogs with a good prognosis for a return to a good quality of life, financial need, and the owner's ability to support treatment, with funds directly disbursed to veterinarians for treatment costs only.
- Promoting Early Detection and Informed Pet Ownership early_detection unique to this orgThe organization promotes early detection of canine cancer through regular veterinary examinations and diagnostic procedures. It also advocates for informed pet ownership, encouraging owners to be actively involved and educated in their pet's cancer diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Promoting Early Detection in Canine Cancer early_detection unique to this orgEncourages early detection of canine cancer through regular physical examinations and veterinary diagnostic procedures like fine needle aspiration and biopsy to improve treatment outcomes.
- Support for Rescue Dogs in Foster Care foster_care_requirement_for_rescue_dogs unique to this orgRequires rescue dogs to be in a committed foster home to qualify for a grant, recognizing the importance of monitoring and support post-treatment for their recovery and well-being.
- Timely and Supportive Care for Cancer Patients timely_patient_support unique to this orgProvides timely support and comfort items to individuals undergoing cancer treatment to improve patient and family outcomes, focusing on critical moments in their journey.
- Timely and Supportive Care for Pets with Cancer timely_patient_support unique to this orgThe organization provides timely financial and emotional support, including comfort items and welcome packages, to pet owners and their dogs undergoing cancer treatment. This approach aims to improve patient and family outcomes by addressing both the financial burden and the emotional toll of cancer.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$56K
Contributions & grants$56K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$58K
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balance sheet
Total assets$55K
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Net assets$55K
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -50.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
board members · 2
- MELISSA RUPOLI-KATZ — CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD/PRES
- PETER KATZ — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9
who they work with
- Animal Cancer Foundation Partner — Lists Animal Cancer Foundation as a resource for canine cancer information.
- Anne K. Partner — Individual expressing appreciation for the organization's work in providing cancer treatment to dogs
- Arizona Veterinary Oncology Partner — Lists Arizona Veterinary Oncology as a local resource for veterinary oncology services.
- Charlie’s Doggie Bag Partner — Lists Charlie’s Doggie Bag as a resource for canine cancer support.
- Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue Partner — Collaborates with Zeus Oncology Fund to support dogs rescued from shelters who require cancer treatment.
- Dog Cancer blog Partner — Lists Dog Cancer blog as a resource for canine cancer information.
- Instagram Partner — Platform through which pet owners discovered Zeus Oncology Fund
- National Canine Cancer Foundation Partner — Lists National Canine Cancer Foundation as a resource for canine cancer information.
- PetCure Oncology Partner — Lists PetCure Oncology as a resource for canine cancer treatment.