Animal Cancer Foundation
Animal Cancer Foundation
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About this organization
Mission
ACF develops and supports research that advances the prevention and treatment of cancer for people and pets. ACF focuses on furthering research in comparative oncology, which is the study of cancers that occur similarly in both companion animals and humans.To fund and develop research focused on the biologic similarity of cancer in pets and people that will expedite therapeutic and preventative benefits for both. Also, to inform the public and the scientific community about the biologic similarity of cancer in pets and people, and to communicate the ways in which comparative oncology will accelerate the treatment, prevention and ultimate eradication of cancer.The Canine Cancer Genome Project (CCGP) sponsored by Blue Buffalo Foundation and Animal Cancer Foundation seeks to map the seven most common canine cancer tumors and to place the datasets in the public domain for use by all cancer researchers.
About
The Canine Cancer Genome Project (CCGP) as described above received biospecimens donated by the CCOGC for the project. The scientific advisory council ("SAC"), composed of leaders in veterinary and human oncology, met and formulated request for Letters of Intent which was disseminated to a list they developed of the most qualified laboratories to conduct genetic sequencing. The CCGP scientific advisory council identified a multi-institutional research team and recommended that entity to the board of directors. The board of directors represented by pro-bono legal counsel at Eversheds Sutherland entered contract negotiations with the principal investigators. Due to the COVID19 crisis, the negotiation is tentatively to resume June 1, 2020.ACF has received $400,000 from the Blue Buffalo Foundation at the inception of the program. ACF is fundraising toward match goals. On December 20, 2018, Blue Buffalo entered a termination agreement with the Foundation, whereas Blue Buffalo wished to be released from its obligation with a payment of $540,000, this agreement totaling $940,000 in contributions under this agreement, so that Blue Buffalo may dissolve on December 31, 2018. While certain title provisions of the original agreement remain in effect, the Project is exclusive to the Foundation under the termination agreement.ACF Comparative Oncology Grant Award(s) are annual research grants of $50,000 for comparative oncology research that provides near-term benefit to pets with cancer while offering possibilities of translation to human cancer research and treatment. RFPs are opened in October of each year with proposals due in January of the following year. A scientific advisory council rates the proposals against the criteria in the RFP, the SAC meets via telephone conference to discuss the ratings and merits of competitively scored proposals, the SAC recommends a final award recipient to the board of directors, who approve the award. A grant agreement is made between ACF and the awarded institution and Primary Investigator prior to award being made.ACF Comparative Oncology Awareness Campaigns (various) provide information to the general public about the incidences of pet cancer, the similarities of human and canine cancer, the work being done in comparative oncology, and the need to develop science research in this area. Campaigns may be print, website, social media, informative.For the years ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, the Foundations fundraising expenses increased in order to raise funds and match the contributions of the Blue Buffalo Foundation, as per the condition in the grant contract (see Note 10). The funds raised will be used for program expenses related to the Canine Cancer Genome Project in future periods. Phase I of the Canine Cancer Genome Project agreement is in progress for the year ending June 30, 2020. It is expected that program expenses increase significantly in future periods.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
In the filing, the mission of the non-profit is noted as “Acf develops and supports research that advances the prevention and treatment of cancer for people and pets. acf focuses on furthering research in comparative oncology, which is the study of cancers that occur similarly in both pets and humans.”.
When referring to its responsibilities, they were outlined as: “Acf develops and supports research that advances the prevention and treatment of cancer for people and pets. acf focuses on furthering research in comparative oncology, which is the study of cancers that occur similarly in both companion animals and humans.to fund and develop research focused on the biologic similarity of cancer in pets and people that will expedite therapeutic and preventative benefits for both. also, to inform the public and the scientific community about the biologic similarity of cancer in pets and people, and to communicate the ways in which comparative oncology will accelerate the treatment, prevention and ultimate eradication of cancer.the canine cancer genome project (ccgp) sponsored by blue buffalo foundation and animal cancer foundation seeks to map the seven most common canine cancer tumors and to place the datasets in the public domain for use by all cancer researchers.”.
- The state in which the non-profit is legally registered to operate is CA, as per legal records.
- According to the non-profit's form, they have 2 employees on their payroll as of 2020.
- 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 $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue less expenses is $478,129.
- The CEO remuneration plan within the organization is subject to review and approval by an independent source.
- The organization has 7 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1999.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $133,486 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $158,890 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.