Outta the Cage

“Outta the Cages total expenses for 2024 were $163,522, allocated as follows: $136,383 for Program Services and Veterinary Care, $17,308 for Fundraising and Marketing, and $9,830 for Administrative and Professional Services. Program expenses include adoption and license fees, animal rescue and transport, boarding and training, foster care support, gas and parking, medicine and therapy, pet food and supplies, veterinary services, and donations to partner rescues. These costs represent direct care and program activities that advance the organizations mission to help shelter dogs find homes. Administrative expenses include bank charges and fees, event attendance and volunteer training, insurance, legal and professional services, meals and entertainment, phone, postage and shipping, taxes and licenses, and non-program travel. These costs support the management and general operations of the organization. Fundraising expenses include online advertising, promotional items and merchandise, technology and software for donor engagement, and donor benefits such as gift cards provided with contributions. These costs represent efforts to raise funds and increase public awareness of Outta the Cages mission. Approximately 83 percent of total expenses supported direct program services, 11 percent supported fundraising activities, and 6 percent supported administration and management demonstrating a strong mission focus and responsible financial stewardship.”

“Total liabilities: Represents the organizations credit card balance outstanding at year end.”