Augusta Dog Adoptions
As a charitable and benevolent non-profit, non-stock corporation, we function to provide shelter for companion animals, promote the welfare of companion animals through rescue and rehabilitation, to seek …
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In 2023 augusta dog adoptions saved 228 dogs, and 3 homeless cats. Thanks to a generous grant from the community foundation of the central blue ridge at year end 2022, we were able to offer low cost spay/neuter services to 181 owned cats and dogs in staunton, waynesboro, and augusta county in calendar year 2023. Since this program began in 2020, we have assisted 950 pets. The need for drastically reduced spay/neuter costs in our area is staggering anf we expect the need to increase due to economic conditions during the pandemic. Multiple people in the community reached out to us for assistance after becoming unemployed during the pandemic. We are continuing community spay/neuter services in 2024 in hopes of …
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As a charitable and benevolent non-profit, non-stock corporation, we function to provide shelter for companion animals, promote the welfare of companion animals through rescue and rehabilitation, to seek to place such animals with persons suitable for caring for the same, to secure veterinary services on behalf of such animals, to euthanize such animals in a humane manner if they, for any reason, cannot be placed in permenant homes in accordance with (section 18.-221) of the code of virginia, and to do generally any and all lawful acts necessary or proper to carry out this purpose which is generally to prevent cruelty to animals and to relieve suffering among them.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAugusta Dog Adoptions is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Richmond, VA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2007 and has been operating for 19 years. Its EIN is 451878094. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $114K in annual revenue. 21 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Augusta Dog Adoptions has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 100% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 92/100.
Augusta Dog Adoptions is located in Richmond, VA, United States. The organization was established in 2007 and has been active for 19 years.
Based on official tax filings, Augusta Dog Adoptions has $114K in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 96% for animal welfare charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Augusta Dog Adoptions is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $114K in annual revenue. The organization has 21 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Augusta Dog Adoptions. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
Augusta Dog Adoptions has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency), which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 100% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 96%. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
In 2023 augusta dog adoptions saved 228 dogs, and 3 homeless cats. Thanks to a generous grant from the community foundation of the central blue ridge at year end 2022, we were able to offer low cost spay/neuter services to 181 owned cats and dogs in staunton, waynesboro, and augusta county in calendar year 2023. Since this program began in 2020, we have assisted 950 pets. The need for drastically reduced spay/neuter costs in our area is staggering anf we expect the need to increase due to economic conditions during the pandemic. Multiple people in the community reached out to us for assistance after becoming unemployed during the pandemic. We... Augusta Dog Adoptions is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2007.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: Augusta Dog Adoptions's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 is in line with the peer average of 92/100. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 96%. Its annual revenue of $114K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Augusta Dog Adoptions are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Augusta Dog Adoptions is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 451878094, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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AUGUSTA DOG ADOPTIONS is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Pup Chained To Tree Was Days From Giving Birth — Then A Hero Arrived - The Dodo
*Aubrey Urbanowicz - KPLC 7 News
Shannon Shuey Harris Obituary - Waynesboro, VA - Dignity Memorial
Aubrey Urbanowicz - WDBJ7
Lyndhurst shelter over capacity, waiving fees on dogs 6 mo. or older - WHSV
Community appreciative of animal shelter efforts but asks for increased transparency - The News Leader | Staunton, VA
William Arey Obituary - Waynesboro, VA - Dignity Memorial
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Quick facts about Augusta Dog Adoptions
- What is Augusta Dog Adoptions?
- Augusta Dog Adoptions is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Richmond, United States. In 2023 augusta dog adoptions saved 228 dogs, and 3 homeless cats. Thanks to a generous grant from the community foundation of the central blue ridge at year end 2022, we were able to offer low cost spay/neuter services to 181 owned cats and dogs in staunton, waynesboro, and augusta county in calendar year 2023. Since this program began in 2020, we have assisted 950 pets. The need for drastically reduced spay/neuter costs in our area is staggering anf we expect the need to increase due to economic conditions during the pandemic. Multiple people in the community reached out to us for assistance after becoming unemployed during the pandemic. We are continuing community spay/neuter services in 2024 in hopes of reaching more people and pets in need. In 2020 augusta dog adoptions was awarded the "compassion award" from the va federation of humane societies for our work in patrick county, va beginning in 2017, ada has had a partnership with the patrick county public animal shelter (pcpas). This partnership is one of celebration. Since may of 2017, ada has transferred in 650 dogs from the pcpas, slashing their euthanisia rate by 50% in the first seven months alone. We originally reached out to pcpas in 2017 after discovering they had the third highest euthanasia rate (42%) in virginia. We are estatic to report that by year end 2017, their euthanasia rate droped to 21% and to 13% by year end 2018and 2019, 6% in 2020, and .03% in 2021 as reported to the va dept of agriculture. In 2022, patrick county public animal shelter expanded their transfer partnerships to include other rescues throughout the state, allowing augusta dog adoptions to assist other underdeserved areas of the state, primarily smyth county, virginia where we rescued 45 homeless dogs. We continue to be a safety net to patrick county public animal shelter, rescuing 30 dogs in 2022. Many of the dogs augusta dog adoptions accepts into our foster program are left behind by other rescues because they are conside
- When was Augusta Dog Adoptions founded?
- Augusta Dog Adoptions was founded in 2007.
- Who leads Augusta Dog Adoptions?
- Alisha Hammer serves as Treasurer.
- Where is Augusta Dog Adoptions located?
- Headquartered in Richmond, United States.
- What is Augusta Dog Adoptions's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Augusta Dog Adoptions trustworthy?
- Augusta Dog Adoptions has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Augusta Dog Adoptions's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 451878094.
- What is Augusta Dog Adoptions's website?
- http://augustadogadoptions.org