Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs
- Assets
- $333.8k
- Revenue
- $383.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Lakeville, MN
- Founding
- 07/2007
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 51-0593176
Organization Overview
Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs, operating under the name Pawpads, is located in Lakeville, MN. The organization was established in 2007. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Pawpads employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Pawpads 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 06/2022, Pawpads generated $383.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $273.7k during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 5.4% per year over the past 7 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PAWSITIVE PERSPECTIVES ASSISTANCE DOGS' (PAWPADS) CHARITABLE MISSION CONSISTS OF TWO CONCURRENT ACTIVITIES/GOALS BASED ON BOTH THE OUTCOME AND THE PROCESS OF TRAINING ASSISTANCE DOGS: TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES BY PROVIDING THEM WITH EXCEPTIONALLY SKILLED ASSISTANCE DOGS AND UTILIZE THE PROCESS OF TRAINING THE DOGS AS A THERAPEUTIC, EDUCATIONAL OR VOCATIONAL EXPERIENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PAWPADS' INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS DEMONSTRATE A SYMBIOTIC APPROACH OF ADDRESSING MULTIPLE NEEDS WITHIN DIVERSE POPULATIONS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, YOUTH AT-RISK, VETERANS, SCHOOL-CHILDREN, UNIVERSITY STUDENTS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. PARTICIPANTS IN OUR PROGRAMS DEVELOP LIFE-SKILLS SUCH AS EMOTIONAL REGULATIONS, SELF-CONTROL, COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND EMPATHY THROUGH WORKING WITH PAWPADS DOGS. INDIVIDUALS PARTNERED WITH THE DOGS' EXPERIENCE INCREASED INDEPENDENCE, SAFETY AND OVERALL BETTER WELL-BEING. FACILITIES PARTNERED WITH DOGS' EXPERIENCE HEALTHIER OVERALL ATTITUDES, INCREASED ATTENDANCE AND A VALUABLE RESOURCE. INTERNS IN OUR ASSISTANCE DOG EDUCATION PROGRAM AND TRAINING (ADEPT) INTERNSHIP PROGRAM ARE PROVIDED AN IN-DEPTH EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE ON THE TRAINING AND PLACEMENT OF ASSISTANCE DOGS. ADDITIONALLY, THEY ARE ACTIVE IN ADVOCACY ACTIVITIES TO EDUCATE BUSINESSES, SCHOOLS AND THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE LAWS AND ETIQUETTE SURROUNDING SERVICE DOGS. WE ARE HAPPY TO SAY THAT 2021-2022 BROUGHT US UP TO, IN GENERAL, PRE- PANDEMIC ACTIVITY. OUR ACTIVITIES INCLUDED: -OFFERING THE ADEPT INTERNSHIP AS A STAND-ALONE PROGRAM FOR UWRF STUDENTS AND RESUMING ALL IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES AND TRAINING. -EXPANDING THE ADVOCACY ACTIVITIES ON CAMPUS, EDUCATING OTHERS ABOUT THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) AND STATE LAWS SURROUNDING THE TRAINING OF ASSISTANCE DOGS. -CONTINUING TO TRAIN AND PREPARE DOGS FOR PLACEMENT, INCLUDING SERVICE DOGS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES, DIABETIC ALERT DOGS AND FACILITY DOGS; -SUCCESSFULLY FACILITATING SEVERAL SCHOOL RESOURCE DOG WORKSHOPS FOR PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS/TEACHERS; BEGAN EXPANSION INTO TWO NEW SCHOOL DISTRICTS. -HOSTING AN INTENSIVE 3-DAY JUMP START TRAINING WORKSHOP FOR ADEPT INTERNS. -PLACING 2 SERVICE DOGS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A COUNTERPART ORGANIZATION. -PLACING A SUCCESSOR DIABETIC ALERT DOG AND A SUCCESSOR SCHOOL RESOURCE DOG. -BRINGING 6 MORE PUPPIES INTO THE PROGRAM TO BEGIN TRAINING 2 RESCUES AND 4 PURPOSE-BRED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Linda Ball Exec. Dir/se | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $56,498 |
Alan Tenenholtz Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 6 | $0 |
Angela Ardolf President | OfficerTrustee | 6 | $0 |
Nate Day Member At-La | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Audrey Bergstrom Member At-La | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Don Musch Member At-La | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $10,020 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $332,123 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $8,455 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $342,143 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $10,050 |
| Investment income | $1,621 |
| 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 | $383,759 |
| 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. | $62,286 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,983 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $83,812 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,856 |
| Payroll taxes | $18,467 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,714 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,769 |
| Advertising and promotion | $434 |
| Office expenses | $2,768 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $35,123 |
| Travel | $4,763 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,649 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $7,362 |
| Insurance | $7,555 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $273,679 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $297,239 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,000 |
| 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 | $31,528 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $333,767 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $377 |
| 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 | $938 |
| Total liabilities | $1,315 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $332,452 |
| 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 | $333,767 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs has recieved totaling $118,448.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Giant Steps Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $80,000 |
Mightycause Charitable Foundation Marianna, FL PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $11,489 |
Thrivent Financial For Lutherans Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: General Support | $9,005 |
Paypal Charitable Giving Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: General Support | $7,310 |
Lawson Family Charitable Foundation Fort Myers, FL PURPOSE: ASSISTANCE DOGS | $5,000 |
Marilyn Lichtman Foundation Wantagh, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL CHARITY | $5,000 |
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