Paws for Life Nc

“The Board reviews the 990 document and discusses in person and by group email”

“(Policies) Bylaws are reviewed annually and always available for review / consult by board members. Article III of the Bylaws of Paws for Life NC defines "Conflicts of Interest" which outlines the obligation of the board members in this regard.”

“The organization does not make its governing document (i.e. Bylaws) or financial statements available to the public, but is willing to share upon request. On the "Our Story" section of the pawsforlifenc.org website, there is a Financial Disclosure section. This section references the availability of financial information and licensing information through the NC Secretary of State. Seven years of our 990 filings are available under the 990 Tax Documents section of the website.”

“Paws for Life NC adoption fees of $74,544 covered 40% of medical and care expenses incurred for rescue dogs and cats. The remaining 60% of expenses was covered, in part by the revenue generated by fundraising events noted herein, but also by numerous fundraising activities whose detail is not requested in the 990 document. These activities included targeted medical Facebook campaigns, other in-person and online fundraising activities, solicited grants, solicited corporate and individual donations. More detail on these other fundraising activities is available on request.”

“Two raffles were held and the W2-G winnings for each winner was under $5,000 so no withholdings were required.”

“Paws for Life NC is a 100% volunteer organization. Of the $247,336 expenses in 2024, 91% was attributed to direct animal care and supportive care of our foster animals. Fundraising expenses comprised 2% of expenses and these funds were required for effective fundraising events. Administrative expenses of 7% were required for insurance and professional services, shelter pull fees, storage rental fees, software/IT, online banking fees, printing and advertising.”