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Handi-Dogs Inc
Tucson, AZ · EIN 953247091 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE P80Z · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · handi-dogs.org
revenue
$345K
expenses
$257K
net assets
$1.1M
employees
10
volunteers
30
program ratio
79%
mission · from form 990

Handi-Dogs is dedicated to providing specialized training to people and their dogs to enhance independence and quality of life.

profile · synthesized from sources

Ability Dogs of Arizona provides specialized, positive-reinforcement-based training for service dogs, facility dogs, and pet dogs to enhance independence and strengthen human-canine partnerships. The organization serves individuals with disabilities, veterans, children, and professionals in schools and medical settings across Arizona and Nevada. It emphasizes personalized, science-based training and is accredited by Assistance Dogs International.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Facility Dog Training
6-month pilot program training dogs to support professionals in schools, medical centers, and courthouses, leading to internationally recognized certification
Financial Aid Program
Assistance for qualified individuals who need a service dog but face financial barriers, funded by donor support
Pet Training Classes
Positive reinforcement classes for puppies and adult dogs, including basic obedience, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification, and agility training
Service Dog Training
12–18 month program training individuals with their own dogs for tasks including diabetic alert, hearing alert, mobility assistance, psychiatric support, and seizure response; includes free ongoing group lessons
activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Dog Behavioral Training & Socialization 4 activities
    • Facility Dog Training Program
      Offers a 6-month pilot program to train facility dogs for use in schools, medical centers, and courthouses, leading to internationally recognized certification.
    • Facility dog training pilot program
      Offers a 6-month pilot program to train facility dogs for placement in schools, medical centers, and courthouses, culminating in internationally recognized certification.
    • Public Pet Training Classes
      Offers public pet training classes covering basic obedience, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification, agility, and one-on-one sessions.
    • Public pet training classes
      Offers public pet training classes in basic obedience, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification, agility, and one-on-one sessions.
  • Veteran Service Dog Training & Placement 2 activities
    • Service Dog Training Program
      Provides a 12–18 month service dog training program for veterans and civilians, which includes certification and ongoing free group lessons.
    • Service dog training program for veterans and civilians
      Provides a 12–18 month service dog training program for veterans and civilians, including certification and ongoing free group lessons.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$345K
Contributions & grants$245K71%
Program service revenue$91K26%
Investment income$1010%
Other revenue$9K
expenses
Total expenses$257K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$166K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.08M
Cash$307K
Investments$0
Liabilities$10K
Net assets$1.07M
Liquid reserves14.3 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -1.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Scott Gimple Director 1 $26K
Melanie Emerson InterimPres/CEO 40 $20K
Joshua Anderson President & CEO 40 $4K
board members · 12
  • Ashley Drew — Director
  • David Davidson — Director
  • Emily Galasco — Treasurer
  • Emma Spring — Director
  • Gilbert Perez — Director
  • Jan Galvin — Director
  • Jane Klipp — Vice Chair
  • Keith Murfee-DeConcini — Director
  • Lisa Reams — Chair
  • Megan Monge — Director
  • Robin Campos — Director
  • Sarah Bahnson — Secretary
relationships · 1

who they work with

  • Assistance Dogs International Network — Accredited member of Assistance Dogs International, adhering to its standards for assistance dog training.