Hart for Animals Inc.

“Matthew book shannon book board member board member husband/wife”

“The 990 is prepared by an independent accountant, then reviewed by the treasurer and approved by the executive committee, prior to submitting to the irs.”

“Every year, prior to the annual meeting, all members of the board receive the conflict of interest form that must be completed, signed, and return to the secretary.”

“Hart has only had one executive director, who is the top management official. She was hired in 2012 and has been employed since then. The process for the next executive director is currently being formalized, including the development of the employment contract.”

“Administrator, responsible for finance and human resources; manager, bed 'n bark inn; rescue and intake manager at the adoption wing; adoption manager; veterinarian; muttworks grooming manager.”

“Form 990- it is included in guidestar, an information service that reports on all nonprofit companies governing documents- guidestar, grant applications, government agencies conflict of interest policy- guidestar, employee manual, bylaws financial statements- guidestar, grant applications, donors”

“Hart for animals, inc. Is a non profit organization and its mission is to improve the conditon of animals in western maryland by: 1)saving the lives of adoptable animals through rescue and transport, rehabilitation, and adoption. 2)reducing pet overpopulation through low-cost spaying and neutering. 3)building and operating a humane animal adoption center. 4)encouraging community involvement for responsible pet ownership. 5)reducing incidence of animal abuse and neglect in our region, through education and intervention.”

“The volunteers register and receive training for levels i, ii, iii.”

“The bredel veterinary clinic also provides low-cost spay/neuters for pet owners with demonstrated financial need. All revenues from the bredel veterinary clinic help support the charitable programs which are the core of hart's mission.”

“Hart for animals operates its thrift shop at mchenry plaza as a way of raising funds for its various animal welfare programs. Opened in april 2013, the store has become a stopping place for residents and visitors, with its selection of housewares, lawn and garden items, baby furniture, children's toys, small appliances, pet toys and accessories, and other household items.”