Lockwood Animal Rescue Center Larc

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“No documents available to the public.”

“All board members will receive Form 990 via email and be able to review and add comments if applicable.”

“They regularly meet with staff to discuss any company concerns”

“All operational and government documents will be available for public viewing at Lockwood Animal Rescue Center (LARC) upon request.”

“Steven Lindner, Malka Wickramatilake, Michael C. Ford, Bonnie-Jill Laflin”

“Organization Mission: Lockwood Animal Rescue Center (LARC) is a non-profit organization that provides a permanent lifetime sanctuary for rescued wolves, wolfdogs, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, skunks, parrots, pigs, horses, and dogs. LARC is a work therapy program that offers employment to disabled and/or formerly homeless combat veterans suffering from trauma. This program, called Warriors and Wolves, is designed to help veterans regain their confidence and learn valuable job skills in an eco-therapeutic environment as they care for the rescued animals. The unique relationships that develop between the wolves and the veterans have proven to be immensely therapeutic for both species. In addition to providing sanctuary to rescued animals and work therapy to veterans, LARC also has a program called Wolfguard, in which veterans go into the wilderness to protect wild wolves.”

“Organization Significant Activities: Lockwood Animal Rescue Center (LARC) is a non-profit organization that provides a permanent lifetime sanctuary for rescued wolves, wolfdogs, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, skunks, parrots, pigs, horses, and dogs. LARC is a work therapy program that offers employment to disabled and/or formerly homeless combat veterans suffering from trauma. This program, called Warriors and Wolves, is designed to help veterans regain their confidence and learn valuable job skills in an eco-therapeutic environment as they care for the rescued animals. In 2024, LARC had the Following Accomplishments: 1-LARC was very proud to participate with HSUS in a rescue, seizure, and closure of a fur and urine farm in Ohio. With the permission from CA Dept of Fish and Wildlife, LARC brought back six foxes and a coyote that were kept in the awful conditions of this fur farm which had had multiple violations by USDA. 2-LARC hosted several events for veterans from the West Los Angeles VA Healthcare Center and recruited several veteran volunteers. 3-LARC received pro bono veterinary services from Dr. Carin Ferdowsian of Oaks Veterinary Urgent Care and services from two dedicated vet techs, Michelle Anderson and Tamera Kilbourn help with maintaining our veterinary trailer, medications, and equipment. 4- Project Animal Aid (formerly Project V.E.T.S.) continues to send LARC veterinary equipment and supplies which are an invaluable help to LARC. 5- Officers from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Ventura County Animal Services, and Kern County Animal Services did their annual inspections and we passed with accolades. Ventura County Sheriffs are regularly honored at LARC for their service to our local Lockwood Valley community. 6- LARC received a variety of grants supporting our work for animals and veterans including a matching grant from a long-time friend and supporter. 7-LARC helped in the rescue and permanent placement of numerous wolfdogs and brought several to our sanctuary. We also helped to close down a breeder in Northern California and took in a wolfdog that was being held by the Marysville Police Department. 8- Perhaps the best news of 2024 is that LARC passed all requirements for the renewal of our Conditional Use Permit with the County of Ventura. They approved a 20-year CUP renewal for which we are quite grateful.”

“Animal Care, Salaries & Wages, Vehicle Expenses, Construction, Utilities, Legal Services, Depreciation”