irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $431KWe provide vetting services for all animals going up for adoption. his includes all vaccinations required by the state (generally referred to the first round of shots). In addition vaccinating to reduce the number of very costly treatments for Parvo and Distemper.
- #2 $921KTo assist pet owners, we provide the highest quality of care with our low cost veterinarian services. This allows both adopters and the general public to provide the best care possible by removing cost as a factor in determining what care they can afford. All adopters receive a discount for veterinarian services at our hospital for the life of the animal.
named programs · 4 · from sources
what they call their work
Adoption Services
Works to find permanent homes for rescued animals, ensuring a long-term commitment from adopters.
Foster Program
Rescues dogs from shelters and places them in temporary foster homes to provide safety and care until they can be adopted.
Project Embrace & Place
Aids in rehoming pets in the community and provides veterinary care for pet owners in need.
Public Education
Raises awareness about animal abuse and promotes responsible pet ownership to reduce the number of homeless pets.
activities · 5 groups
what they do
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Dog Foster Care & Adoption 18 activities
- Community Pet Rehoming and SupportOperates the Project Embrace & Place program (formerly Courtesy Post) to safely rehome pets within the community, providing veterinary care to ensure they are ready for adoption. They also assist in locating missing pets and reuniting found dogs with their families.
- Community Pet Rehoming and SupportOperates the Project Embrace & Place program (formerly Courtesy Post) to safely rehome pets within the community. This includes providing veterinary care assistance to pet owners who cannot afford necessary treatments and offering ongoing support to past adopters for behavioral or physical issues with their dogs.
- Community Pet Rehoming and SupportOperates the Project Embrace & Place program to safely rehome pets within the community, providing veterinary care to ensure they are ready for adoption. They also assist in locating missing pets and reuniting found dogs with their families.
- Community Pet Rehoming and SupportOperates the Project Embrace & Place program (formerly Courtesy Post) to safely rehome pets within the community, providing necessary veterinary care to ensure responsible adoption. They also offer veterinary care assistance to pet owners who cannot afford it and provide ongoing support to past adopters for behavioral or physical issues with their dogs.
- Community pet rehoming and humane interventionOperates the Project Embrace & Place (evolved from Courtesy Post) to safely rehome pets within the community and provides humane euthanasia when necessary. Also intervenes in cases of animal cruelty, such as rescuing and treating puppies injured by BB guns.
- Dog Rescue and Foster ProgramRescues dogs from shelters and Mexico, placing them in temporary foster homes. The organization provides full financial and material support for fostered dogs, including veterinary care, supplies, and food.
- Dog Rescue and Foster ProgramRescues dogs from shelters and other situations, including from Mexico, and places them in temporary foster homes. The organization provides full financial and material support for fostered dogs, including veterinary care, supplies, and food.
- Dog Rescue and Foster ProgramRescues dogs from shelters and other situations, including from Mexico, and places them in temporary foster homes. The organization provides full financial and material support for fostered dogs, including veterinary care, supplies, and food.
- Dog Training and Behavioral GuidanceProvides guidance to pet owners on transitioning pets to new routines and conducts dog training sessions to reinforce outdoor habits and obedience, including in adverse weather conditions.
- Ongoing adopter and foster supportProvides post-adoption support for behavioral or medical issues and offers training resources, including adverse-weather obedience sessions. Maintains a Facebook group to connect foster parents and volunteers for peer support and coordination.
- Pet Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of rescued dogs into permanent homes through adoption events held at various locations, including their Healthy Paws Market. They ensure all adopted dogs are spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and dewormed, and provide a health guarantee and access to a trainer.
- Pet Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of rescued dogs into permanent homes through adoption events held at various locations, including their Healthy Paws Market. All adopted dogs receive spaying/neutering, full vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, and a health guarantee.
- Pet Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of rescued dogs into permanent homes through adoption events held at various locations, including their Healthy Paws Market. They ensure all adopted dogs are spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and dewormed, and provide a health guarantee and access to a trainer.
- Pet Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of rescued dogs by organizing adoption events at various locations, including their Healthy Paws Market, where volunteers engage with potential adopters. All adopted dogs receive spaying/neutering, vaccinations, microchipping, and a health guarantee.
- Pet Owner Veterinary AssistanceOffers financial assistance for veterinary care to pet owners who cannot afford necessary treatments for their pets. This includes providing free spaying, vaccinations, and microchipping for mother dogs through the Last Litter program, and free puppy food.
- Post-Adoption Support and TrainingProvides ongoing support to past adopters for behavioral or physical issues with their adopted dogs. They also offer guidance to pet owners on transitioning pets to new routines and conduct dog training sessions.
- Post-Adoption and Behavioral SupportProvides ongoing support to past adopters for behavioral or physical issues with their adopted dogs. They also offer guidance to pet owners on transitioning pets to new routines and conduct dog training sessions.
- Rescue and foster-based adoption programRescues dogs from shelters, rural areas, and Mexico, placing them in foster homes and hosting adoption events to connect them with permanent families. The organization operates a foster-based model with weekend and weekly adoption events, including specialized programs like "Adoptions Uncrated" and "Yappy hour" at its Healthy Paws Market in Mesa, AZ.
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Parent-to-Parent Support for Special Needs 4 activities
- Foster Parent Community SupportMaintains a Facebook group to connect foster parents with other volunteers and foster families, providing a platform for support and shared resources.
- Foster Parent Support NetworkMaintains a Facebook group to connect foster parents with other volunteers and foster families, providing a platform for support and community engagement.
- Foster Parent Support NetworkMaintains a Facebook group page to connect foster parents with other volunteers and foster families, providing a platform for support and community engagement.
- Foster Parent Support NetworkMaintains a Facebook group to connect foster parents with other volunteers and foster families, providing a platform for support and community engagement.
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Emergency & Critical Veterinary Care 4 activities
- Veterinary Care for Rescued AnimalsProvides comprehensive medical treatment for rescued animals through their Follow Your Heart Animal Hospital, including routine dental procedures, mass removals, orthopedic surgeries, and specialized care for conditions like parvo. They also provide humane euthanasia when necessary for severely injured animals.
- Veterinary Care for Rescued AnimalsProvides comprehensive medical treatment for rescued animals through their Follow Your Heart Animal Hospital, including routine dental procedures, mass removals, orthopedic surgeries, and specialized care for conditions like parvo. They also provide humane euthanasia when necessary for severely injured animals.
- Veterinary Care for Rescued AnimalsProvides comprehensive medical treatment for rescued animals through their Follow Your Heart Animal Hospital, including routine dental procedures, mass removals, orthopedic surgeries, and specialized care for abandoned puppies suffering from parvo.
- Veterinary Care for Rescued AnimalsProvides comprehensive medical treatment for rescued animals, including routine dental procedures, mass removals, orthopedic surgeries, and specialized care for conditions like parvo. This includes care for animals in their Project Embrace & Place program and those rescued from specific incidents.
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Lost Pet Recovery & Reunification 3 activities
- Lost and Found Pet AssistanceAssists in locating missing pets and reuniting found dogs with their families, including organizing search teams and offering rewards for information on lost animals.
- Missing pet recovery assistanceAssists families in locating missing pets and reuniting with found dogs, including organizing search efforts for mother dogs of rescued puppies and offering rewards for information.
- Pet Reunification ServicesAssists in locating missing pets and reuniting found dogs with their families, including organizing search teams and offering rewards for information.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Last Litter ProgramSupports the well-being of mother dogs and their puppies by providing free spaying, vaccinations, microchipping for mother dogs, and free puppy food until the puppies are moved to foster care.
- Pet Owner Veterinary AssistanceOffers financial assistance for veterinary care to pet owners who cannot afford necessary treatments for their pets. This includes providing free spaying, vaccinations, and microchipping for mother dogs, as well as free puppy food through the Last Litter program.
- Support for mother dogs and puppiesOperates the Last Litter program to support mother dogs and their puppies through free spaying, vaccinations, microchipping, and provision of puppy food until foster placement. Provides medical and nutritional support to ensure the wellbeing of litters and prevent future accidental breeding.
- Veterinary and medical care for rescued and at-risk animalsProvides comprehensive veterinary services including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, dental procedures, orthopedic surgeries, and emergency treatment for rescued animals. Operates the Follow Your Heart Animal Hospital and specialized programs like "The Tigg Pen" for parvo treatment, and ensures all adopted dogs receive full medical care prior to adoption.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$1.47M
Contributions & grants$289K20%
Program service revenue$1.07M73%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$111K
expenses
Total expenses$1.44M
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$583K
Grants paid out$8K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$654K
Cash$45K
Investments$0
Liabilities$558K
Net assets$96K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +16.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
board members · 3
- Emmalee Bray — Board Member
- Linda Tomblin — Board member
- Susan Bartow — Board Member
relationships · 12
who they work with
- AmazonSmile Partner — Online retail partner that donates a portion of eligible purchases to the organization.
- FRY’S Partner — Retail partner enabling donation collection through customer VIP card linking.
- Follow Your Heart Animal Hospital Partner — Provides medical treatment for rescued animals.
- Follow Your Heart Animal Hospital Partner — Veterinary partner where direct donations can be made to support animal care.
- Follow Your Heart Animal Rescue Partner — Volunteers support dog adoption events organized by Follow Your Heart Animal Rescue.
- Healthy Paws Market Partner — Hosts adoption events for the organization.
- Healthy Paws Market Partner — Hosts adoption events.
- Healthy Paws Market Partner — Provides a 10% discount to adopters for high-quality food, natural remedies, and other products, with a portion of sales benefiting non-profits or the foundation's parvo unit.
- Jimmy G's Partner — Partnered for a fundraising event where 30% of proceeds were donated to Follow Your Heart Foundation Inc.
- Wagging Tails Pet Resort Partner — Local pet resort with ties to Follow Your Heart Animal Rescue
- Yady GD Partner — Partner in Mexico who rescues abandoned and suffering street dogs, fixes and vaccinates them, and transports them to the foundation.
- lululemon Tempe Marketplace Partner — Partnered to host a puppy yoga event for Mental Health Awareness.