Dekalb Humane Society Inc.
Dekalb Humane Society Inc.
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About this organization
Mission
The organization provides a safe shelter for animals until they can be adopted into a lifelong home. The organization supports local law enforcement departments in animal abuse and neglect cases, works with animal rescue groups and educates the public about basic pet needs, animal care and safety. The organization exists to provide animal welfare activities and services primarily in Dekalb County, Indiana. These activities and services include animal acquisition, evaluation, veterinary care, fostering and housing, rehab and training, and adoption into an appropriate home or setting. Adoption includes screening of potential adopters and follow-up evaluations of placements. The organization seeks to raise awareness of, and respond to, animal neglect and abuse situations, as well as educate the public regarding responsible animal ownership and animal welfare issues.
About
The organization took in 710 animals during the year. There were 457 completed adoptions for an adoption rate of 64%. 51 animals were euthanized. The remainder of the animals were reclaimed by their owners or went into foster care where they are then adopted out. 675 animals were spayed or neutered by the shelter prior to adoption.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The purpose of the non-profit, as set forth in the filing, is “The organization provides a safe shelter for animals until they can be adopted into a lifelong home. the organization supports local law enforcement departments in animal abuse and neglect cases, works with animal rescue groups and educates the public about basic pet needs, animal care and safety. the organization exists to provide animal welfare activities and services primarily in dekalb county, indiana. these activities and services include animal acquisition, evaluation, veterinary care, fostering and housing, rehab and training, and adoption into an appropriate home or setting. adoption includes screening of potential adopters and follow-up evaluations of placements. the organization seeks to raise awareness of, and respond to, animal neglect and abuse situations, as well as educate the public regarding responsible animal ownership and animal welfare issues.”.
When discussing its purpose, they were characterized as: “The organization provides a safe shelter for animals until they can be adopted into a lifelong home. the organization supports local law enforcement departments in animal abuse and neglect cases, works with animal rescue groups and educates the public about basic pet needs, animal care and safety. the organization exists to provide animal welfare activities and services primarily in dekalb county, indiana. these activities and services include animal acquisition, evaluation, veterinary care, fostering and housing, rehab and training, and adoption into an appropriate home or setting. adoption includes screening of potential adopters and follow-up evaluations of placements. the organization seeks to raise awareness of, and respond to, animal neglect and abuse situations, as well as educate the public regarding responsible animal ownership and animal welfare issues.”.
- The state in which the non-profit is legally authorized to operate is IN, as reported.
- The filing confirms that the non-profit's address in 2020 was 820 MIDWAY DRIVE, AUBURN, IN, 46706.
- The form of the non-profit reports 15 employees as of 2020.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are between $100,000 and $250,000.
- Revenue is between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue less expenses is $453,386.
- The remuneration of the CEO of the organization is based on an independent review and approval process.
- The organization elects its board members.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 9 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1975.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization's financial statements were compiled or reviewed by an accountant.
- The organization pays $108,342 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.