The economy rises and falls like the tide, but keeping a tight budget is one challenge that never changes for a shelter. Even in the best of times, keeping an eye on your numbers will help to ensure that your organization is around to help animals for years to come.
Resources and Articles
From the Magazine
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January 1, 2011
A License to Succeed
Calgary's mandatory licensing program for dogs and cats not only produces nearly enough revenue to cover the cost of providing animal services to a city of 1.1 million people, but also enjoys widespread buy-in from the public.
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January 1, 2010
More Details, Please …
Because the newly redesigned Form 990 requires nonprofits to provide significantly more information to the IRS, its completion requires more time and effort on the part of shelter administrators.
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November 1, 2009
A Fitting Solution
The HSUS's Shelter Services program now offers a Compact Evaluation, a more practical and affordable option for smaller agencies.
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July 1, 2009
Feeling the Pinch
With budgets falling victim to the "perfect storm" of the bad economy, animal shelter directors are scrambling to survive the fallout.
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September 1, 2008
Green's Gonna Getcha
Choosing an environmentally friendly route for your animal shelter can offer healthier, more natural, and more cost-effective means of operation, but with potential hurdles down the road, it's wise to look both ways before going green.
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Shelter Services
The HSUS's Shelter Services program helps shelters acquire the tools they need to ensure long-term organizational stability and success in the dynamic environment of animal welfare. No matter the size or issues facing your organization, Shelter Services is here to help.
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Financial Assistance Resources
Check out our directory of online financial assistance resources, including grant listings, guidelines for writing effective grant proposals, creative fundraising ideas, and more.
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Shelter Partners
Shelter Partners is designed to provide participating shelters with savings on products and services, discounts on HSUS publications, training events, and more.
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