Learn what it takes to start and successfully run an animal organization. Before embarking on a project, consider if your energy, expertise, time, and resources can better be used to form an alliance.
Resources and Articles
From the Magazine
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March 1, 2012
People Power: Out of the Trash Can, Into the Clinic
Inspired in 2004 by a dumpster-diving kitty, Kandi Habeb founded West Virginia’s first full-service trap-neuter-return program and has since helped well over 2,000 cats.
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November 1, 2011
Field Trip: Taking the Roads Less Traveled
Started with more determination and resourcefulness than capital, this nonprofit now makes a difference in the battle against pet overpopulation in rural Pennsylvania.
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November 1, 2010
People Power: Choosing a New Path
After participating in a puppy mill raid, a longtime sheriff decides to leave law enforcement and become manager of the county's new shelter for dogs.
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September 1, 2010
Off Leash: Blankets and Beyond
Eileen Smulson's nonprofit, Operation Blankets of Love, helps provide many of the little extras-everything from blankets and towels to cat scratchers and dog igloos-that Los Angeles area animal shelters couldn't otherwise afford.
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July 1, 2010
Field Trip: Hidden Blessings
Despite facing Hurricane Katrina and an office fire, a Mississippi shelter survives and thrives enough to expand its spay/neuter efforts and other programs to benefit animals in its community.
Policies
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May 9, 2012
Animal Care Expo 2011 Presentation - Obtaining Tax Exemption for Your Rescue
Download the slides, sample documents and more from our 2011 workshop on obtaining 501(c)(3) status.
Programs
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Humane Career Toolbox
Humane Society University's Humane Career Toolbox will be of interest to people of all ages who seek to professionally assist animals. The toolbox contains resources for both beginning and enhancing a career helping animals.
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May 9, 2012
Free Management Library
The Free Management Library contains a wealth of resources to help with all aspects of managing a business, including starting a nonprofit, developing a board, strategic planning, and marketing.
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May 9, 2012
Center for Nonprofit Management - Nonprofit Start-up Checklist
Use this handy checklist to make sure you've covered all the steps to getting a nonprofit group started.
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