Thats What Friends Are For Inc
- Assets
- $41.9k
- Revenue
- $347.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Augusta, GA
- Founding
- 04/2009
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 26-2223839
Organization Overview
Thats What Friends Are For Inc is located in Augusta, GA. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (D20) the organization is classified as: Animal Protection & Welfare, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Thats What Friends Are For Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Thats What Friends Are For Inc generated $347.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $376.2k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 17.3% per year over the past 9 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE RECOGNIZE THAT DOG AND CAT OVERPOPULATION IS A MAJOR BURDEN ON OUR COMMUNITIES RESULTING IN MANY UNWANTED ANIMALS. THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO PREVENT THIS IS STERILIZATION; THEREFORE, OUR GOAL IS TO SPAY AND NEUTER AS MANY ANIMALS AS POSSIBLE. WE ARE A FUNDRAISING AND NETWORKING ORGANIZATION, DEDICATED TO RAISING FUNDS FOR ANIMAL RESCUE WORK, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE SPAY AND NEUTER OF DOGS AND CATS. WE PROMOTE CAMARADERIE AND NETWORKING AMOUNG ANIMAL RESCUE GROUPS AND INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN IMPROVING ANIMAL WELFARE. THE FUNDS WE RAISE ARE USED TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR STERILIZATION, VACCINES, AND EXTREME MEDICAL PROCEDURES NEEDED TO SAVE OR IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR COMPANION ANIMALS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM - TO PROVIDE AS MANY NO COST, OR LOW COST, SPAY/NEUTER VOUCHERS AS OUR FUNDS ALLOW, FOR THE SPAY OR NEUTER AND VACCINATION OF DOGS AND CATS, WHEN PET OWNERS CANNOT AFFORD THE EXPENSE OR FOR RESCUED ANIMALS TO READY THEM FOR ADOPTION. TO PROVIDE VOUCHERS FOR THE SPAY OR NEUTER, RABIES VACCINES, AND EAR TIPPING OF FERAL OR OUTDOOR LIVING CATS THAT ARE RETURNED TO THEIR OUTDOOR HOMES, HEALTHY AND UNABLE TO REPRODUCE. TO FIND NEW HOMES FOR CATS THAT ARE SOCIAL WITH PEOPLE, AND KITTENS ARE FOSTERED, SOCIALIZED, VETTED AND ADOPTED INTO HOMES. IN 2023 ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED FOR 1,621 CATS AND 293 DOGS.
VET ASSIST PROGRAM - TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN THE EXPENSE OF PROCEDURES THAT SAVE OR IMPROVE THE LIVES OF COMPANION ANIMALS. OFTEN ANIMALS ARE PUT DOWN OR SUFFER NEEDLESSLY BECAUSE THEIR OWNERS CANNOT AFFORD EXPENSIVE LIFE SAVING MEDICAL TREATMENT. IN 2023 WE PROVIDED ASSISTANCE TO 222 CATS, 150 DOGS, AND 2 GUINEA PIGS.
PET CARE PROGRAM - TO PROVIDE PET FOOD AND SUPPLIES TO PEOPLE THAT FOSTER DOGS OR CATS OR COMMUNITY CAT COLONY CAREGIVERS. IT INCLUDES PURCHASE AND USE OF VACCINES AND OTHER BULK MEDICATION AND HUMANE TRAPS AND CARRIERS. WE PARTNER WITH LICENSED RESCUE GROUP, HANDS TO PAWS, FOR THE ADOPTION OF PETS IN ORDER TO FIND THEM LOVING HOMES. THIS REQUIRES VACCINES AND OTHER MEDICATIONS IN THEIR RECORDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lorna S Barrett Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Tara Ford Romes Vice Chairma | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Meredith Bobenchik Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Judy Mccarty Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Renee Nehlsen Board Member | Trustee | 20 | $0 |
Danielle Douglas Board Member | Trustee | 20 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $30,752 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $316,415 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $422 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $347,167 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $347,167 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $1,953 |
| Information technology | $609 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,317 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $163 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $376,245 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $41,802 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $80 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $41,882 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $41,882 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $41,882 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Thats What Friends Are For Inc has awarded $40,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
OLD FELLA BURKE COUNTY ANIMAL RESCU | | | $10,000 |
DIAMONDS IN THE RUFF CSRA INC | | | $10,000 |
HANDS TO PAWS | | | $10,000 |
SHELTER ANIMALS MATTER | | | $10,000 |