Paws with Possibilities Pet Rescue and Care Center

Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

The filing clearly states the mission of the non-profit as “Paws with possibilities is a non-profit, no-kill animal rescue organization in joplin, missouri. we are dedicated to rescuing animals that are left homeless for a multitude of reasons to include: animals in public shelters where there is a high risk of euthanasia due to over-population, animals given up by their owners due to circumstances beyond their control or those in danger of abuse or neglect. we make every effort to educate potential adopters about the responsibility of bringing an animal into their home and the cost of caring for such animal before placing the animal in the homes of loving, caring, responsible adopters. all animals adopted through paws with possibilities rescue and care center are spayed/neutered, vaccinated and heartworm tested before leaving for adoption. we strive every day to continue developing a network of supporters and volunteers that can help us educate the public in order to create a better world for all animals.”.

When outlining its functions, they were explained as: “Paws with possibilities pet rescue and care center shall operate exclusively for education, scientific, and charitable purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code. paws with possibilities pet rescue and care center's purpose is: 1. promote the spaying/neutering of all pets 2. promote responsibile pet ownership of all pets 3. promote information on specific breed characteristics 4. educate the public about pet rescue 5. promote the welfare of pets in rescue 6. rescue pets in need of medical care and safe homes”.

• In compliance with legal regulations, the non-profit has reported their state of operation as MO.
• The filing records the non-profit's address for 2020 as 2301 N MAIN ST, JOPLIN, MO, 64801.
• As of 2020, the non-profit's form reports a total of 31 employees.
• Does not operate a hospital.
• Does not operate a school.
• Does not collect art.
• Does not provide credit counseling.
• Does not have foreign activities.
• Is not a donor advised fund.
• Is not a private foundation.
• Expenses are between $250,000 and $500,000.
• Revenue is between $250,000 and $500,000.
• Revenue less expenses is -$14,424.
• The compensation of the CEO of the organization is not based on an independent review and approval process.
• The organization has 4 independent voting members.
• The organization was formed in 2014.
• The organization is required to file Schedule O.
• The organization pays $165,356 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
• The organization pays $3,900 in fundraising expenses.
• The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
• The organization has minutes of its meetings.