Civic Intelligence

Ruff Start Rescue Inc.

990 • Fiscal year 2023 • EIN 27-2545988

Jan 01, 2023 to Dec 31, 2023 • Filed on May 15, 2024

Organization ProfileWWW.RUFFSTARTRESCUE.ORG
PO Box 129Princeton, MN 55371

(763) 355-3981

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles for this filing year versus similar nonprofits in the same peer cohort.

Liabilities / Assets

36th percentile

0.02x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 36% of similar nonprofits.

2023 filings • 501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Liabilities / Revenue

31st percentile

0.02x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 31% of similar nonprofits.

2023 filings • 501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Net Margin

61st percentile

9.9%

Higher net margin than 61% of similar nonprofits.

2023 filings • 501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Top Officer Pay

67th percentile

$99,237

Higher top officer pay than 67% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 4.0% of source-year revenue.

2023 filings • 501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Asset Growth

66th percentile

12%

Faster asset growth than 66% of similar nonprofits.

2023 filings • 501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Annualized from 2022 to 2023

Revenue Growth

37th percentile

-0.4%

Faster revenue growth than 37% of similar nonprofits.

2023 filings • 501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Annualized from 2022 to 2023

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / Assets36th percentile

Assets

Up

$2,292,834

Up $238,828 (+12%) from 2022

Net Assets

Up

$2,249,248

Up $244,935 (+12%) from 2022

Liabilities

Down

$43,586

Down $6,107 (-12%) from 2022

Revenue And Expenses
Liabilities / Revenue31st percentileNet Margin61st percentile

Revenue

Down

$2,463,441

Down $9,944 (-0.4%) from 2022

Expenses

Up

$2,218,506

Up $174,820 (+8.6%) from 2022

Net Income

Down

$244,935

Down $184,764 (-43%) from 2022

Historical Trend

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset Growth66th percentile

The highlighted filing sits inside the broader history for assets, liabilities, and net assets.

$3.0M$2.0M$1.0M$0Assets 2011: $16,183Liabilities 2011: $366Net Assets 2011: $15,8172011Assets 2012: $31,921Liabilities 2012: $457Net Assets 2012: $31,4642012Assets 2013: $107,692Liabilities 2013: $1,559Net Assets 2013: $106,1332013Assets 2014: $259,432Liabilities 2014: $3,692Net Assets 2014: $255,7402014Assets 2015: $443,138Liabilities 2015: $5,480Net Assets 2015: $437,6582015Assets 2018: $1,059,025Liabilities 2018: $33,285Net Assets 2018: $1,025,7402018Assets 2019: $1,251,812Liabilities 2019: $56,963Net Assets 2019: $1,194,8492019Assets 2020: $1,605,118Liabilities 2020: $200,256Net Assets 2020: $1,404,8622020Assets 2021: $1,627,782Liabilities 2021: $53,168Net Assets 2021: $1,574,6142021Assets 2022: $2,054,006Liabilities 2022: $49,693Net Assets 2022: $2,004,3132022Assets 2023: $2,292,834Liabilities 2023: $43,586Net Assets 2023: $2,249,2482023Assets 2024: $2,671,991Liabilities 2024: $92,001Net Assets 2024: $2,579,9902024

Highlighted filing

2023

Assets$2,292,834
Liabilities$43,586
Net Assets$2,249,248
Open 2023 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue Growth37th percentile

Revenue, expenses, and net income across loaded years, with this filing highlighted.

$4.0M$3.0M$2.0M$1.0M$0Revenue 2011: $67,517Expenses 2011: $54,833Net Income 2011: $12,6842011Revenue 2012: $153,646Expenses 2012: $137,999Net Income 2012: $15,6472012Revenue 2013: $295,899Expenses 2013: $225,730Net Income 2013: $70,1692013Revenue 2014: $485,831Expenses 2014: $331,724Net Income 2014: $154,1072014Revenue 2015: $615,683Expenses 2015: $433,765Net Income 2015: $181,9182015Revenue 2018: $1,061,374Expenses 2018: $819,231Net Income 2018: $242,1432018Revenue 2019: $1,383,707Expenses 2019: $1,214,598Net Income 2019: $169,1092019Revenue 2020: $1,813,419Expenses 2020: $1,603,406Net Income 2020: $210,0132020Revenue 2021: $2,286,954Expenses 2021: $2,117,202Net Income 2021: $169,7522021Revenue 2022: $2,473,385Expenses 2022: $2,043,686Net Income 2022: $429,6992022Revenue 2023: $2,463,441Expenses 2023: $2,218,506Net Income 2023: $244,9352023Revenue 2024: $3,129,381Expenses 2024: $2,798,639Net Income 2024: $330,7422024

Highlighted filing

2023

Revenue$2,463,441
Expenses$2,218,506
Net Income$244,935
Open 2023 Filing
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2023 to Dec 31, 2023
Signed
May 15, 2024
Return Version
2023v5.0
Gross Receipts
$2,516,075
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

Ruff Start Rescue is dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk animals. We also collaborate, communicate, and educate about the importance of animal rescue and welfare.

Ruff start rescue is dedicated to saving the lives of animals in need. We improve animal welfare in communities through adoption, education, and providing resources for people and pets.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Savings and Temporary Cash Investments$856,903$1,573,481▲ $716,578
Land, Buildings, and Equipment, Net$367,983$335,207▼ $32,776
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$718,063$274,624▼ $443,439
Inventories for Sale or Use$82,105$83,614▲ $1,509
Intangible Assets$15,985$11,918▼ $4,067
Prepaid Expenses and Deferred Charges$7,348$8,440▲ $1,092
Pledges and Grants Receivable$5,000$5,500▲ $500
Accounts Receivable$619$50▼ $569
Total Assets$2,054,006$2,292,834▲ $238,828
Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses$49,693$43,586▼ $6,107
Total Liabilities$49,693$43,586▼ $6,107
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions$1,968,442$2,237,808▲ $269,366
Net Assets With Donor Restrictions$35,871$11,440▼ $24,431
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$2,004,313$2,249,248▲ $244,935
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$2,054,006$2,292,834▲ $238,828

Asset Categories

AssetBook ValueDepreciationBasis
Buildings$219,610$102,506$322,116
Equipment$49,097$64,367$113,464
Land$66,500-$66,500
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer Pay67th percentile

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Azure DavisPresidentFT$98,981$256$99,237

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Valerie McculloughBoard Chair
Jason MichelsVice Chair
Amanda RothsteinDirector
Amy HarndenDirector
Danielle NapravnikDirector
Kristen BergstromDirector
Kristine MittenessDirector
Michelle ColemanDirector
Sarah BenbowDirector
Brooks BeckerFormer Direc
Peter WilliamsFormer Direc
Susan BloomFormer Direc
Katie LarsonFormer Secre
Andy WillmanSecretary
Samuel LeeTreasurer
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$1,362,856
Program Service Revenue
$1,043,450
Investment Income
$37,354
Other Revenue
$19,781
All Other Contributions
$1,290,864
Change in Net Assets
$244,935

Noncash Contribution Practices

Property subject to holding requirements
No
Reviewed unusual noncash gifts
No
Third parties used for noncash contributions
No

Noncash Contributions

Contribution TypeContribution CountReported AmountValuation Method
Other Non Cash Contri Table60,000$298,225Estimated Fair Market Value (FMV)
Other Non Cash Contri Table79$13,547Estimated Fair Market Value (FMV)
Clothing and Household Goods-$5,304Estimated Fair Market Value (FMV)
Other Non Cash Contri Table3$2,531Estimated Fair Market Value (FMV)
Works of Art12$1,801Estimated Fair Market Value (FMV)
Total Noncash Contributions60,094$321,408-

Audited Revenue Reconciliation

Revenue per Audited Statements
$2,463,441
Revenue Not Reported on Form 990
$5,900
Total Revenue per Audited Statements
$2,469,341
Total Revenue per Form 990
$2,463,441
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$1,275,701
Other Expenses$922,420
Total Fundraising Expense$95,312
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$20,385
Professional Fundraising Fees$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Other Salaries and Wages$904,525$88,610$41,824$1,034,959
Current Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees$59,542$24,809$14,886$99,237
Payroll Taxes$73,205$8,612$4,306$86,123
Other Employee Benefits$45,414$7,753$2,215$55,382
Depreciation Depletion$36,138$403$302$36,843
Information Technology$13,065$12,743$10,428$36,236
Insurance$19,378$3,480$657$23,515
All Other Expenses$18,801$2,791$1,807$23,399
Fees for Services Other$17,583$1,222$2,735$21,540
Occupancy$16,817$365$307$17,489
Advertising$13,178$1,072$2,767$17,017
Other Expenses$14,571$59$11,212$14,571
Grants to Domestic Individuals$14,286--$14,286
Office Expenses$7,582$1,784$1,866$11,232
Fees for Services Accounting-$9,125-$9,125
Grants to Domestic Orgs$6,099--$6,099
Total Functional Expenses$1,960,366$162,828$95,312$2,218,506

Audited Expense Reconciliation

Line ItemAmount
Total Expenses per Audited Statements$2,224,406
Expenses per Audited Statements$2,218,506
Total Expenses per Form 990$2,218,506
Expenses Not Reported on Form 990$5,900
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
Yes
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Fundraising Direct Expenses$38,174
Fundraising Gross Income$37,757
Professional Fundraising Fees$0

Fundraising Events

EventGross ReceiptsGross RevenueDirect ExpensesNet Income
Online Auction$25,437$20,907$21,324$-417
Sounds for Houn$12,820$7,709$7,709$0
Total Events$73,917$34,027$34,444$-417
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
No
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Audit committee
Yes
Backup withholding compliance
Yes
Business relationship with 35% controlled entity
No
Business relationship with family members
No
Business relationship with organization members
No
Material changes to governing documents
No
Compensation from other sources disclosed
No
CEO compensation reviewed
Yes
Other officer compensation reviewed
No
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 11B

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

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 12C

“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.”

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 15A

“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.”

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 19

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

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Ruff Start Rescue Inc
EIN
27-2545988
Phone
7633553981
Address
PO BOX 129, PRINCETON, MN 55371

Signing Officer

Name
Azure Davis
Title
President
Phone
7633553981
Signed
2024-05-15
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Organization Details

Principal Officer
Azure Davis
Formed
2010
Legal Domicile
Mn
Voting Board Members
10
Independent Board Members
9
Employees
43
Volunteers
608

Preparer

Firm
Lewis Kisch & Associates Ltd
Address
1125 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD SUITE 1, HASTINGS, MN 55033-2489
Preparer
Diana L Weddigen
Phone
6514373356
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990, Part III

“Line 4a in 2023, the rescue took in the following: dogs 1,587 cats 1,548 guinea pigs 78 rabbits 24 rats 25 hedgehogs 2 ferrets 6 hamsters 1 mice 1 total animals 3,272 line 4b in 2023, ruff start rescue reached 575 children and 101 adults. The rescue delivers age-appropriate information on topics such as the importance of spay/neuter, animal safety, pet care, rescue, and adoption. Through classroom presentations, presentations to youth and adult organizations, community outreach events, and unique programming, ruff start rescue's education program has reached over 9,193 total individuals since its inception in 2013. Building on the momentum from its exciting launch in 2022, the ruff start rangers program also continues to grow, seeing 137 new rangers join the program in 2023. Geared towards students in grades k-12, this educational program embarked on a mission to shape the next generation of animal welfare advocates and responsible pet owners.”

Financial Statement Notes

Schedule D, Page 3, Part X

“Management has evaluated for uncertain tax positions and has determined there are no uncertain tax positions as of december 31, 2023. Tax returns for the past three years remain open for examination by tax jurisdictions.”

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2023 • Form 990Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$2,292,834
Liabilities
$43,586
Net assets
$2,249,248
Revenue
$2,463,441
Expenses
$2,218,506
Net income
$244,935
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$2.67$0.09$2.58$3.13$2.80$0.33
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$2.29$0.04$2.25$2.46$2.22$0.24
2022Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$2.05$0.05$2.00$2.47$2.04$0.43
2021Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$1.63$0.05$1.57$2.29$2.12$0.17
2020Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$1.61$0.20$1.40$1.81$1.60$0.21
2019XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$1.25$0.06$1.19$1.38$1.21$0.17
2018XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$1.06$0.03$1.03$1.06$0.82$0.24
2015XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$0.44$0.01$0.44$0.62$0.43$0.18
2014Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.26$0.00$0.26$0.49$0.33$0.15
2013Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.11$0.00$0.11$0.30$0.23$0.07
2012Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.03$0.00$0.03$0.15$0.14$0.02
2011XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$0.02$0.00$0.02$0.07$0.05$0.01