2018 annual report
History of SASF Donor Funded Accomplishments Here is a summary of what you have helped accomplish over the past eight years by supporting and donating to SASF. We could never have done it without you and we hope that you will continue to be an essential supporter of the Seattle Animal Shelter.
2011
2012
2013
2014
Inception of the Animal Health and Safety Program
Construction of the Dog Kennel Doors
Construction of the Cat and Critter Rooms
Support for Development of the Fospice Care Program
Inception of the Sponsored Adoption Program
Construction of the Cat Kennels
Construction of the Meet & Greet Room
Support for Development of the Owner Support Program
Inception of the Outreach and Training Program
Professional Digital Camera for Cruelty Investigations
Inception of the Quality of Life Improvements Program
Completion of the Critter Room, Cat Rooms, and Meet & Greet Room
2015
2016
2017
2018
Construction of the on-site Veterinary Clinic
Launch of the Behavioral Training and Assessment Program
Purchase of Medical Equipment and Supplies for the Shelter Medicine Program
Construction of the onsite X-ray suite in honor of retired Seattle Police K9 Officer Ziva
Event Tent
New Dog Walking Area
Inception of the Licensing Assistance Program
Spay & Neuter and Licensing Assistance Program
Funded the construction of an on-site X-ray Suite named in honor of Ziva, retiring Seattle Police K-9 patrol dog.
Support for the Behavior Modification Program
Feline Fospice Care Program (foster-hospice)
Assisted with coordinating new permanent onsite dog walking area named in honor of the volunteer Fit with Fido running team.
A Personal Message From The SASF Board of Directors Dear Friends, We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone
would have never been given a second chance at life
who has supported the Seattle Animal Shelter
or lasting happiness in a loving forever home.
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of your interest, dedicaton and action, every animal
We continue to fund and support existing programs
Whitney Allen, President
that finds themselves at the shelter is given the best
and have seen how these programs have become
care, the best attention, and the best chance of lasting
integral to the holistic approach that the shelter can
happiness. Because of you, we are able to protect and
offer to each animal that comes into contact with SAS
care for Seattle’s abandoned, abused and homeless
and SAS animal care officers.
Foundation (SASF) over the past eight years. Because
animals, who by no fault of their own find themselves
Brad Near, Vice President Gina Bonifacino, Secretary Ian Wathen, Treasurer Ann Graves, SAS Representative Sue Boivin, Development Chair
in need. And because of you, SASF has been able to
As Seattle’s landscape continues to change, so does
continue to do the work that allows everyone who is
how the shelter offers support. In 2018 we saw an
Taemi Lim, Marketing Chair
part of the shelter community to do their best work.
increase in homeless camps and an increase in wildlife
Leah Traxel, Auction Chair
stress. Because everyone is affected by these chang-
Anthonio Dowling, IT Chair
As you read through this report, please know that you
es, SASF now funds lesser known programs that sup-
Jacilyn Watts, IT Co-Chair
are an integral part of what we do and what we’ve
port outreach, community relationships, and animal
Gina Bonifacino, Governance Chair
been able to achieve. SASF board members are
advocacy by providing on-site behavior counseling,
Krystle Gomez, Governance Co-Chair
representatives and stewards of your generous
support, and vet care/vouchers at homeless
Grace Rooney, Events Co-Chair
donations and we hope that you are as thrilled as we
encampments, and offering a temporary warm, loving
Tiffany Daily, Governance
are with what we’ve been able to accomplish in 2018.
environment to pets whose homeless guardians are in need of a safe place to stay or are seeking treatment,
In 2018 we completed the construction of the new
and an end to life on the streets.
X-Ray suite dedicated to retireing K9 Officer Ziva.
Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation is a notfor-profit 501(c)3 corporation governed and operated by a volunteer board of directors.
Now SAS can not only provide comfort and faster
Thank you to our donors, volunteers and advocates,
treatment for ill and injured animals, but can also
for your continuted support. And thank you for being
provide vital information in cruelty and neglect cases
one of the thousands of people who believe the
giving animal care officers indisputable evidence
shelter can be both a temporary home, and a
towards arresting and prosecuting animal abusers.
permanent place of hope and compassion for all
Our Mission
animals in need.
Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation supports
Donated funds go directly towards improving the lives of animals at Seattle Animal Shelter.
the programs and initiatives of the Seattle
Another SASF funded initiative that has proven to be
Animal Shelter by engaging our community,
a major success is the Behavior Modification Program which you will read about in the following pages.
For the Animals,
This program have saved so many deserving lives that
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increasing awareness and raising funds.
anyone left him alone. SAS staff knew that he was a smart dog as he knew the commands “sit” and “stay” but given his behavior they also knew that he could not be adopted. Unfortunately, dogs like Beacon are often euthanized because of handling and behavior issues. They are deemed “unadoptable”.
Luckily for Beacon, he was one of the fortunate animals that got another chance at life, love and happiness. He was immediately enrolled in the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation donor-funded Behavior Modification Program that helps animals who have lost hope and trust find their way back to happiness and love. After months of training and rehabilitation by SAS staff, volunteers and the animal behaviorist, Beacon started to trust being touched and handled. Within no time at all he was full of life and optimism, and adored being petted, hugged, and played with. He no longer minded being left alone and even relaxed when approached by strangers. During this time, Ella and David P. were searching for a companion pet as they had just lost their beloved cat of twenty-five years. Ella had always been a cat person, but when she saw Beacon’s face on the SAS adoption site, something told her that Beacon needed her just as much as she might need him. They visited the shelter with Dave’s dog Lucy (another SAS rescue), to meet Beacon, but Lucy was afraid of Beacon. Disappointed, they decided not to adopt Beacon in hopes that maybe another animal might make a heart connection with Ella. But Ella could not forget Beacon. They talked about bringing him home and into their lives and finally after two weeks decided to try again. That day Lucy fell in love with her new brother and Beacon became Max. After months and Beacon was found wandering the streets of South Seattle when a good Samaritan spotted him and brought him to the Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS). When no one came forward to claim him he became one of thousands of homeless animals that find themselves at SAS every year. Although the shelter is a loving and compassionate place, Beacon was very agitated and afraid. He could not be approached or touched and snapped and growled if anyone came too close. He yelped if anyone touched his left flank, but after X-rays cleared him of any medical issues, his response was diagnosed as “a reaction to a past experience.” At the same time, he would become distressed and agitated if
months of waiting, he had finally found his forever home. “He is the light of my life. He knows that it takes me a while to go down the stairs, and he waits for me every time. He loves cuddling on the couch. He is so patient and is such a loving gentleman. He is even teaching Lucy manners! He is very cordial with our big Siamese cat and quite frankly, we can’t remember our lives before he came home with us. We feel so blessed that he is part of our family. Thank you to everyone that saved our Max. We are all so grateful.” -Ella, David and Lucy Phillips
Your 2018 Gifts In Action
Thanks to generous donors like you, SAS can provide the highest level of care for the animals in Seattle and the people who love them. In 2018, SASF continued the support of essential animal care programs and funded the very successful Behavior Modification Program, too. Here is what you helped us achieve in 2018.
Behavior Modification Program
Safekeeping Program
$63,000
$3,348
A few years ago, former Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation President Julie Pitt (2015 – 2016) met with SAS Deputy Director Kara Main-Hester (20162018) over a couple glasses of wine, and discussed how to save the lives of animals who have troubled pasts, who have lost hope, who will no longer trust humans, and whose futures looked very grim. Unfortunately dogs with challenging behavior issues—including separation anxiety and fear aggression—are deemed unadoptable and in most cases, are eunthanized. Julie and Kara formulated a plan which involved creating an animal behavior modification training program based on positive reinforcement, love and patience, with the hope that it could save the lives of as many dogs with behavioral issues as possible. With the help of SASF and SAS, animal behaviorists from the University of Washington were engaged, and ASPCA program protocols were studied. And after a few months of meetings, programs details and a lot of passion, the blueprint for this program was ready to be tested. In 2016 the SASF funded Behavior Modification Training Program pilot launched. It was originally designed for critters and cats as well. Because of the oversight and passionate involvement of SAS volunteers, staff, and the dedication of SASF, within the first 6 months, the program saved the lives of
so many animals that it has now become one of the essential programs that SASF funds every year. This program also has huge benefits for animals who spend long periods of time in the shelter due to court cases. Caring for these animals presents a unique challenge from day one, and every additional day spent in the shelter compounds the challenge. Incorporating tailored training programs into their care helps them remain stimulated, calm and healthy, and sets them up to succeed when they are adopted into a loving forever home.
This program allows SAS to temporarily care for
In 2018, donated funds have helped save over 120+ dogs. For every life saved and for every person and family who had adopted one of these animals, we thank you. Because of generous donors like you, and because of this program, SAS is now nationally recognized and has consistently been considered a progressive animal welfare organization.
ing and caring for every animal at risk of being left
pets of owners who are dealing with a variety of difficult or traumatic events such as domestic abuse or medical emergencies. Pets who come via SAS services or the Downtown Emergency Services Center are given a warm and loving place to stay. Funding covers and basic care, boarding, vaccinations, microchipping, and basic medical care. Although this program is not new, it has grown in the past few years as our communities become more aware of SAS and their dedication to protectbehind in adverse conditions. In 2018 SAS was able to help and care for over 30 animals who by no fault of their own needed a soft place to land.
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“I have been working with these animals for a year now. Animals that were “broken” or “hopeless”; all they needed was someone to take the time to care and show them the way. This program has proven over and over that investing the time, the love, and the work can not only save lives, but change lives forever. Seeing what they’ve overcome and how they can learn to trust again and love with their entire hearts, has given me so much hope as well. They are the heroes and heroines of SAS.” -Amber Hardin SAS Animal Behavorist
Your 2018 Gifts In Action
Day in and day out, SAS cares for Seattle’s animals and the people who love and provide for them. SASF is always proud to support existing programs that are essential for sustaining or expanding animal care services and providing support for animals in our King County communities. Last year, over 4,000+ animals were helped because of the generous donations of our animal-loving community. Here is how you helped make life-changing improvements in the lives of Seattle’s animals.
2018 Existing Program Support
$82,800 Spay & Neuter Program
Licensing Assistance Program
Foster Care Programs
Funds from SASF help to underwrite spay and
This program ensures that individuals who cannot
Foster care providers are an essential support: their
neuter surgeries for animals whose guardians have
afford a license for their furry family member are
compassion and unwavering dedication is only
low income or are homeless. By working together
able to keep their licensing current. In some cases
surpassed by their love for the animals. In 2018
with human service organizations and building
this program can make the difference between a
SASF supported 131 foster cat families, 100 foster
relationships in underserved communities, SAS is
guardian keeping their family pet or having to
dog families, and 55 foster critter families who care
able to provide services to animals that may other-
relinquish them. In 2018 we helped 40+ animals
for animals that might have medical concerns, are
wise never find their way to a clinic. In 2018, 2,221
and their families.
too young to be at the shelter, have shelter stress,
public and shelter animals combined were altered that could have possibly contributed to the home-
come from a hoarding situation, or are waiting for a
Adoption Support Program
less animal population.
court case to be resolved. In 2018 we helped 472+ animals and their foster families.
This program supports special adoption events
Shelter Veterinary Clinic
that help animals find their perfect, loving forever
In 2018 the SASF funded veterinary clinic cared for
available shelter and foster animals and are a great
Through SASF donations all animals can enjoy
more than 3,741+ animals. Every day, clinic
way to introduce SAS to new communities,
stimulating and fun quality of life improvements
veterinarians provide care for animals in the shelter
potential adopters and volunteers.
like toys, food puzzles, doggie tunnels, kitty
and in foster homes, many of whom haven’t received proper health care or attention during their lives. From simple basic check ups and
Quality of Life Improvements
homes. Adoption events can increase awareness of
condos, prescription food, natural wood chews for
Feline Fospice Care Program (foster-hospice)
diagnostic care to emergency situations that
rabbits, doggie beds, interactive feeding bowls, and even hormone therapy diffusers and a wireless stereo for soothing tunes that helps relax even the
require immediate surgery, the veterinary clinic was
This program allows elderly, terminally ill, or other-
most excitable animal. All of these improvements
built by SASF donations, and it is maintained by
wise unadoptable animal companions to live out
help calm the animals, making their stay at the
SASF donations. It’s because of you that all shelter
the remainder of their lives in the comfort of a loving
shelter less stressful and improving their chances of
animals can receive the proper medical treatment
and caring foster home. Granted funds provide
finding a forever home. In 2018 we helped 2,500+
they so desperately need.
prescription food and specialty medical treatment.
animals feel loved and cared for during their stay at the shelter.
Staff Training Program In 2018 SASF support helped SAS staff and volunteers attend training seminars and conferences. This allows SAS folks a chance to see how agencies in other parts of the country operate and to learn about new and innovative ways to improve the
SAS Volunteers:
Active Volunteers:
Volunteer hours:
1,261
523
62,890
Dogs in foster:
Critters in foster:
Cats in foster:
136
106
192
Average foster stay for dogs:
Average foster stay for critters:
Average foster stay for cats:
handling of important matters such as animal cruelty cases, crime scene processing, community outreach, the national animal cruelty reporting database, lost and found strategies, humane education programs, and compassion fatigue. Here are the training programs that SAS attended in 2018: National Humane Educators Conference Disaster Preparedness Intermediate ICMS 300 ASPCA Shelter Medicine Conference Regional Animal Welfare Summit NACHO Interview Techniques Online Investigations Rabbit Training DVD NACA Disaster Training AP Training Yin Low Stress Handling Crisis Intervention Training Training for Professionals Across Species SAWA Conference NACA Conference Aggression in Dogs Kathy Sdao - Animal Behavior Across Species Handling Problem Behavior and Mistakes Open Source Intelligence Class PNW Vet Conference Feline Science Symposium Pet First Aid NACHO Model A
17 DAYS 75 DAYS 90 DAYS
1%
SASF 2018 Financials
.5%
.25%
Merchandise Sales
In-Kind Donations
.01% Investment Income
Organization Donations
INCOME Individual Donations
$158,334.00
Auction Event Net Income
$105,519.00
45%
Corporate Donations
Individual Donations
$81,975.00
Corporate Donations Organization Donations
$4,775.00
Merchandise Sales
$2,904.00
In-Kind Donations
$1,200.00 $421.00
Investment Income
TOTAL INCOME:
23%
$355,127.00
INCOME
30% Auction Event Net Income
EXPENSES Grants to Shelter
*$351,685.00
Professional Fees
$20,256.00
Printing
$1,936.00
Software
$5,958.00
Other Fundraising Expenses
$8,406.00
Marketing & Advertising
$0.00
Insurance
$1,622.00
Business Licenses & Dues
$310.00
2%
.5%
Other Fund Raising Expenses
Insurance
2% Software
.001% Business Licenses & Dues
2% Printing 9%
TOTAL EXPENSES:
$390,172.00
NET INCOME:
-$35,045.00
NET ASSETS:
$495,588.08
(AS OF 12/31/18)
*Including Grants to Shelter for 2019 (Granted in 2018)
Professional Fees
EXPENSES
90% Grants to Shelter
OUR COVER MODEL
Wednesday
Wednesday was brought into the shelter on a Wednesday in July. A good Samaritan found him wandering the streets of Seattle. Hungry, thirsty and frightened she immediately took him to a local vet where he was cared for. After bringing him home from the vet, every attempt was made to find his owner but after weeks of searching, all efforts of a reunion failed. Shelter staff and volunteers noted that he was affectionate, relaxed, mellow, and a real laid back cat. He was always up for playing with feather toys, chest scratches and catnip. He was so good natured that when the Director of the shelter was being interviewed by a local TV station to promote the SASF Furevermore auction, she chose Wednesday to sit on her lap. Throughout the entire interview and he just soaked up the attention and purred during his fifteen minutes of fame. Because every animal gets a medical check-up when they arrive at the shelter, Wednesday was given a basic check-up and medical tests. Unfortunately he was diagnosed with diabetes and by mid August he was placed in a loving foster home where he could receive personal care and attention. Jaya, a SAS volunteer and foster parent brought him home with her on a Wednesday which also happened to be her birthday. She gave him the nickname “Dubsy”. Jaya wanted to slowly introduce Dubsy to her other two cats so she gave him his own room separated by a baby gate, Because he was a social butterfly he quickly figured out how to “break out of jail” and introduce himself to his new siblings. They were weary at first but that didn’t last long as Dubsy is super playful and encouraged the other cats to join in the fun. “He initiates playtime and has inspired my other cats to run around and have fun”. Jaya kept up his insulin shots, checked his glucose levels every couple of weeks, and brought him into the shelter for check-ups with Dr. Bennett. After a while Dr. Bennett thought it best that Wednesday return to the shelter so the chances of him being adpoted might increase. Jaya couldn’t imagine giving him up as he was now part of her furry family, and on a Wednesday in November she officially adopted him. “He acts like a dog; runs and greets people at the door, and rubs himself around their legs. He doesn’t like it when people don’t want to play and actually grumbles and let’s everyone know he isn’t very happy about it. He is vocal about his likes and dislikes so you always know what’s on his mind. He is just such a joy!”
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Having a vet onsite at the shelter is fantastic for foster parents and the animals. I could have never been able to learn how easy it was to take care of Dubsy. I have to thank SASF and SAS for supporting foster parents and for all they do for animals like Dubsy! -Jaya Dubsy’s forever mom
Signs of diabetes in cats include always being hungry, drinking large amounts of water, and needing to urniate more frequently.
2018 Seattle Animal Shelter in Service
418 DOGS ADOPTED
670 CATS ADOPTED
INVESTIGATED
952
ANIMAL CRUELTY CASES
PERFORMED
2,221
SURGERIES IN OUR SPAY & NEUTER CLINIC
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REUNITED
671
LOST PETS WITH THEIR OWNERS
217
RESCUED
CRITTERS ADOPTED
467
INJURED WILDLIFE
665 X-RAYS TAKEN
3,741
SHELTER VET EXAMS
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A FUN TIME WAS HAD BY ALL! The eighth annual SASF Furevermore Annual Fundraising Gala took place on Saturday, October 13, 2018 and was a high energy, fun-filled event. This year we kicked off the festivities with a silent auction followed by a catered dinner and a live auction. Like all funds donated to SASF, funds raised at this annual event are critical and essential to caring for Seattle’s homeless and abandoned animals.
2018 ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA
Thank you to those who attended and for everyone who supports SASF! Thank you for being part of our animal loving community!
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