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ARIZONA GOLDEN RESCUE

GLENDALE, AZ · EIN 264433734 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.arizonagoldenrescue.org
revenue
$272K
expenses
$210K
net assets
$354K
employees
0
program ratio
95%
mission · from form 990

To rescue, medically treat and place Golden Retrievers

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Golden Rescue is an operational nonprofit that rescues and rehomes Golden Retrievers and Golden Retriever mixes. They facilitate adoptions within Arizona, requiring an application, fee, and home visit. The organization also provides resources and support to members regarding dog care.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Adoption Program
Rescues Golden Retrievers and Golden Retriever mixes, provides veterinary care, and places them in approved homes within Arizona after an application, fee, and home visit process.
Foster-With-Intent-to-Adopt (FWITA)
Allows approved applicants to foster a dog with the intention of adopting, requiring current AGR membership for insurance coverage.
Membership Program
Offers members a quarterly newsletter, access to events, and volunteer resources with expertise in training, behavior, medical diagnoses, and care for Golden Retrievers.
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Golden Retriever Rescue & Adoption 8 activities
    • Dog Adoption Program
      Operates a comprehensive dog adoption program that includes processing applications, conducting home visits, collecting fees, and finalizing adoptions for Golden Retrievers and mixes within Arizona. Dogs are placed through foster homes and are not always listed publicly before placement.
    • Dog Adoption Program
      Operates a comprehensive dog adoption program that includes processing applications, conducting home visits, collecting fees, and finalizing adoptions for Golden Retrievers and mixes within Arizona. Dogs are placed through Foster-With-Intent-to-Adopt (FWITA) homes, often before public listing.
    • Dog Adoption Program
      Operates a comprehensive dog adoption program that includes processing applications, conducting home visits, collecting fees, and finalizing adoptions for Golden Retrievers and mixes within Arizona. Dogs are placed through a structured screening process and some into Foster-With-Intent-to-Adopt (FWITA) homes prior to public listing.
    • Dog Adoption Program
      Operates a comprehensive dog adoption program that includes processing applications, conducting home visits, collecting fees, and finalizing adoptions for Golden Retrievers and mixes within Arizona. Dogs are placed through foster homes, often before being listed publicly.
    • Dog Intake and Surrender Processing
      Operates an intake team responsible for processing inquiries from individuals seeking to surrender Golden Retrievers or Golden Retriever mixes into the rescue program.
    • Dog Surrender Intake Program
      Operates an intake team to process inquiries from individuals seeking to surrender Golden Retrievers or Golden Retriever mixes, facilitating rescue and placement.
    • Dog Surrender Intake Program
      Operates an intake team to process inquiries from individuals seeking to surrender Golden Retrievers or Golden Retriever mixes, serving as the entry point for new rescues.
    • Intake and Surrender Processing
      Operates an intake team responsible for processing inquiries from individuals seeking to surrender Golden Retrievers or Golden Retriever mixes into the rescue program.
  • Dog Behavioral Training & Socialization 4 activities
    • Behavioral Training and Rehabilitation
      Provides behavioral training and socialization for adoptable Golden Retrievers, teaching basic commands and fostering positive human interactions, as part of emotional and medical rehabilitation to increase adoption success.
    • Behavioral Training and Rehabilitation
      Provides behavioral training, socialization, and emotional rehabilitation for adoptable Golden Retrievers, including teaching basic commands and fostering positive human interactions to improve adoption outcomes.
    • Behavioral Training and Rehabilitation
      Provides behavioral training and socialization for adoptable Golden Retrievers, teaching basic commands and fostering positive human interactions. Offers emotional and medical rehabilitation, including medication and surgery support, to prepare dogs for successful adoption.
    • Behavioral Training and Rehabilitation
      Provides behavioral training, socialization, and emotional rehabilitation for adoptable Golden Retrievers, including teaching basic commands and fostering positive human interactions to improve adoption outcomes.
  • Charity Golf Tournament 3 activities
    • Fundraising Activities
      Organizes and hosts fundraising events such as a professionally-run indoor pickleball tournament and coordinates merchandise sales, with all proceeds directly supporting the organization’s rescue operations.
    • Fundraising Events and Activities
      Organizes fundraising events such as a professionally-run indoor pickleball tournament and other activities where all proceeds directly support Arizona Golden Rescue. Also coordinates merchandise sales to support operations.
    • Fundraising Events and Activities
      Organizes fundraising events such as a professionally-run indoor pickleball tournament and other activities where all proceeds directly support Arizona Golden Rescue. Also coordinates merchandise sales to generate funding.
  • Animal Care & Safety Education 3 activities
    • Public Education and Outreach
      Educates the public about Golden Retrievers and responsible dog ownership through public appearances to help reduce the unwanted dog population.
    • Public Education and Outreach
      Educates the public about the Golden Retriever breed and responsible dog ownership through public appearances, aiming to reduce the population of unwanted dogs.
    • Public Education on Responsible Dog Ownership
      Educates the public about the Golden Retriever breed and responsible dog ownership through public appearances aimed at reducing the unwanted dog population.
  • Dog Foster Care & Adoption 3 activities
    • Veterinary and Medical Care for Rescued Dogs
      Provides full veterinary care for rescued dogs including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, microchipping, testing for Valley Fever and Heartworm, and treatment for serious conditions such as cancer. The organization covers all medical costs, averaging at least $2,000 per dog, with some cases exceeding $5,000.
    • Veterinary and Medical Care for Rescued Dogs
      Provides full veterinary care for rescued dogs, including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, microchipping, testing for Valley Fever and Heartworm, and treatment for serious conditions such as cancer. Covers medical costs averaging $2,000 per dog, with some cases exceeding $5,000, and manages all veterinary procedures and billing approvals.
    • Veterinary and Medical Care for Rescued Dogs
      Provides comprehensive veterinary care for rescued dogs, including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, microchipping, testing for Valley Fever and Heartworm, and treatment for serious conditions such as cancer. Covers all medical costs, with average expenses of at least $2,000 per dog and higher for complex cases exceeding $5,000.
  • Animal Rescue Fundraising Events & Merchandise 1 activity
    • Member and Community Engagement Events
      Hosts an annual picnic, monthly meet-and-greet social events, and public appearances to promote responsible dog ownership and breed education, while also organizing fundraising events and opportunities for community interaction.
  • Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services 1 activity
    • Veterinary and Medical Care for Rescued Dogs
      Provides full veterinary care for rescued dogs, including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, microchipping, testing for Valley Fever and Heartworm, surgeries, medications, and treatment for serious conditions such as cancer, with average costs of at least $2,000 per dog and coverage for cases exceeding $5,000.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Fundraising Events and Activities
      Organizes and hosts fundraising events such as a professionally-run indoor pickleball tournament and other activities where all proceeds directly support Arizona Golden Rescue, along with coordinating merchandise sales.
    • Member Engagement and Communications
      Distributes a quarterly newsletter titled The Golden Paw and an annual calendar to members at certain levels. Hosts an annual picnic and monthly meet & greet social events to engage members and supporters.
    • Member Engagement and Communications
      Distributes a quarterly newsletter (The Golden Paw) and an annual calendar to members at certain levels, and hosts an annual picnic and monthly meet & greet social events to engage supporters.
    • Member Engagement and Communications
      Distributes a quarterly newsletter titled The Golden Paw, an annual calendar to certain membership levels, and hosts an annual picnic and monthly meet & greet social events to engage members and supporters.
    • Membership Communications
      Distributes a quarterly newsletter titled The Golden Paw and provides an annual calendar to members at certain membership levels to maintain engagement and communication.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$272K
Contributions & grants$213K79%
Program service revenue$36K13%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$22K
expenses
Total expenses$210K
Program expenses95%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$375K
Cash$366K
Investments$0
Liabilities$21K
Net assets$354K
Liquid reserves20.9 mo
1 years on record · 2022–2022
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 8
  • ADAM CARDINAL — Information Dir
  • CINDY TIGGES — Accountant
  • CONNIE MCCABE — Human Resources
  • DEBORAH ORWIG — President
  • DEBRA BALL — Director of Op
  • DENISE PADAVANO — Activities Dir
  • JEANNE WEGENER — Activities Dir
  • KARIN FORSYTHE — Secretary
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • Chicken N Pickle Partner — Sponsors and hosts the pickleball tournament fundraiser for Arizona Golden Rescue
  • Facebook Partner — Hosts an official Arizona Golden Rescue Facebook group for member engagement, photo sharing, and dissemination of informative articles.
  • PHOENIX ANIMAL CARE COALITION Partner — Proud partner of the Phoenix Animal Care Coalition.
  • PayPal Partner — Payment processing partner used for membership payments via credit card.
  • Zelle Partner — Payment processing partner used for direct digital transfers.