Ruff Start Rescue Inc

“All board members receive a copy of the form 990 for their review prior to filing.”

“In connection with any actual or possible conflict of interest, an interested person must disclose the existence of the financial interest and be given the opportunity to disclose all material facts to the directors and members of committees with governing board delegated powers considering the proposed transaction or arrangement.”

“The board of directors annually reviews/approves the compensation of the executive director. Matters considered in the review process include a performance evaluation, a wage level comparison to wages in similar positions, and the budget of the organization.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public on another's website and upon request.”

“Ruff start rescue (rsr), a 501(c)3 nonprofit foster-based animal rescue incorporated in minnesota on may 6, 2010, is dedicated to saving the lives of animals in need by improving animal welfare in communities through adoption, education, and providing resources for people and pets. Rsr's vision is to strive for a world where every companion animal has a safe and loving home and their family has the knowledge and resources needed to give them the life they deserve. Rsr's mission is driven by five core values: compassion, commitment, connection, innovation, and authenticity. Rsr does not receive state or federal funding and relies on generous support from private donors, fundraising revenue, and adoption fees. Rsr is located in princeton, mn and focuses on rescue throughout local midwest communities and southern states with abundant stray populations. Since its inception in 2010, through rescue efforts and adoption placements, education, and community engagement, rsr has saved 28,672 animals, reached 11,635 individuals through educational programs, and contributed over 45,208 lbs of pet food & supplies to local community members, food banks & shelters, and animal rescues.”

“Rescue and adoption each year rsr helps thousands of companion animals by fostering quality care and placing them in loving adoptive homes. In 2024, rsr rescued a record breaking 3,665 animals including 1,602 dogs, 1,966 cats, and 97 critters. In addition to rsr's staff, rescue efforts are largely supported by volunteer intake teams who contributed an average 1,300 hours towards intake initiatives each month. Rsr continues to be a trusted resource for assisting animal control agencies across minnesota in rescuing cases of abuse and abandonment. In 2024, rsr also collaborated with humane world for animals (formerly the humane society of the united states) to support hurricane relief efforts rescuing 24 animals from hurricanes helene and milton. Rsr provides each animal in rescue with quality veterinary care and foster home placements through adoption. In 2024, more than 1,800 active volunteer foster homes provided comprehensive care to each animal ensuring their well-being. Rsr's in-house veterinary team completed 2,053 spay/neuter surgeries, 140 special medical procedures, 119 heartworm treatments, 62 dental procedures, and 34 trap-neuter-return surgeries. In 2024, 3,492 animals were successfully placed in loving adoptive homes.”