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Suncoast Humane Society Inc SUMMARY Mission Suncoast Humane Society exists to reduce the number of homeless animals and improve the quality of life. Contact Information Primary Address Alternate Address 6781 San Casa Dr 6781 San Casa Drive Englewood FL 34224 Phone 941 474-7884 Email Website Facebook Twitter philsnyder@humane.org www.humane.org Englewood, FL 34224- pages/suncoast-humane- Society/70673736534?ref=ts&fref=ts suncoasthumane General Information nprofit Former Names Englewood Animal Aid Society Tax Exempt Status Suncoast Humane Society Inc Public Supported Charity Incorporation Year 1971 State Charitable Solicitations Permit Feb 2018 State Registration Jan 2018 1

BACKGROUND & NEEDS Impact Statement Five Accomplishments from 2017: 1,217 spay and neuter surgeries were performed resulting in fewer animals being born. This makes a direct impact on pet overpopulation and homelessness in our communities. More than 4,500 people utilized the services of our Preventive Care Clinic, which provides affordable vaccines, low-cost spay/neuter surgeries, microchipping and preventive medications. By providing these services to the public at a low cost we feel we are helping to keep animals healthy and in their homes. Over 250,000 people were reached via our website, social media, and other online presences, helping publicize the programs and services that fulfill our mission to "reduce the number of homeless animals and improve the quality of life." More than 8,000 people and animals were impacted by our programs and services. Over 26,000 pounds of pet food was distributed through our Pet Pantry program, helping pets belonging to families in need. 1,183 animals were placed into new homes or reunited with their owners, strengthening the human/animal bond. The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. Needs Statement 1. Our " Birth" Campaign educates the public on the importance of spaying and neutering their pets to help end animal homelessness. We offer low-cost spay/neuter surgery through our Preventive Health Care Clinic. Each spay/neuter surgery costs on average $175.00. We offer these services to the public ranging from $80 for a feline neuter to $150 for a large canine spay, the difference of which we must cover through donations and grants. Spay Packs are also needed for our clinic. Every pack contains a complete supply of sterile equipment needed for spay surgeries. The cost of a feline spay pack is $780.00 and canine spay pack is $785.00. 2. Last renovated in the 1990s, our kennels and guillotines are in desperate need of repair. The kennels need prepping and paint, the guillotines are old and many do not function well and the platforms of the cages need replacement. We also have 2 doors that need replacing as they are disintegrating with rust. Proper platform replacement for cages, guillotine repairs, and painting will cost at minimum $19,024.00. For the door frames with new doors we will need a total of $1498.00 3. The security of the animals that we care for is of utmost concern. Recent assessments of the security fence that encloses our property provides minimum defense. Most recent estimates quote a new fence at $7,500.00.& 4. Our Shelter Angel Program is a medical fund that exists to provide treatment for animals with special needs, who without treatment would not be healthy enough for adoption. Last year, 45 animals were assisted through this program. Your gift may be applied toward emergency or critical care, heartworm treatment, spay/neuter, or other expenses needed to ensure a pets health and adoptability. 5. Grooming is vital to the care of our animals and their preparation for adoption. Our current grooming station serves our animals well but the tub is in immediate need of replacement. The cost of a quality grooming tub is $3,000.00. Background Statement Founded in 1971, Suncoast Humane Society's mission is to reduce the number of homeless animals and improve the quality of life. Our service area covers over 450 square miles and includes Charlotte County, most of Sarasota County and a portion of Lee County (Boca Grande). As one of Florida's few "open admissions" animal shelters,we accept all animals brought to us from within our service area. We are committed to our policy of never turning an animal away regardless of health, temperament, size or breed. We are supported by individual donations, wills, bequests and grants from foundations. We receive no local, state or federal government aid nor are we funded by national humane societies, or other animal welfare organizations. The continuation of our programs and services depends solely upon community support. Statement from the Board Chair 2

Addressing the needs of animals and people in our communities is a top priority of the board, staff and volunteers of Suncoast Humane Society. We provide our programs and services for an area over 450 square miles. It is a constant challenge to raise the amount of funding needed to support the efforts of our non-profit organization. As a humane society, we operate an animal care center and preventive health care clinic. To supplement needed income, we also operate three thrift stores, providing donated furniture and household goods at bargain prices, in Englewood, Port Charlotte and Venice. We are a governance board setting policy and overseeing the health and welfare of our organization. Our dedicated executive director, management, staff, employees and volunteers do a wonderful job of assuring the effectiveness of our programs and services. They share numerous well-wishes and stories through our website and social media. Our executive director s monthly articles are featured in the Sun newspapers and in Boca Grande publications. I am proud to serve as a board member and as president. Statement from the CEO/Executive Director Suncoast Humane Society operates one of the few animal shelters in Florida that accepts all animals brought to them, regardless of size, breed, health or temperament. Many shelters have limited the type, as well as the number of animals they will accept, This can force some individuals to abandon or dump animals they can no longer care for. We feel the policies of Suncoast Humane Society do more to solve pet overpopulation and provide assists to people and animals in our community. We are constantly striving to achieve our mission: "to reduce the number of homeless animals and improve the quality of life. Areas Served FL- Charlotte FL- Lee FL- Sarasota Suncoast Humane Society serves an area of more than 450 square miles, including Charlotte County, the southern portion of Sarasota County and the Boca Grande portion of Lee County. Service Categories Primary Organization Type Secondary Organization Type Tertiary Organization Type Animal Related Housing, Shelter Public & Societal Benefit 3

PROGRAMS Pet Placement Program Description Suncoast Humane Society takes pride in connecting people with animals to form lifetime friendships. We are dedicated to placing animals into homes that are prepared for the joys of pet companionship. Budget $349,284.00 On-site Adoptions - Pets of all sizes, shapes, and types are available at our shelter and ready to be placed into permanent loving homes. Satellite Adoptions - We currently partner with four pet-related businesses throughout our service area, providing opportunities for people to adopt pets at more convenient locations. Rescues - We work cooperatively with qualified rescue groups to help place animals with special needs. Foster Care - Our volunteer foster parents temporarily provide sick, injured and under-aged animals with the special care and attention that is necessary to restore their health and well-being in preparation for adoption. Dogs About Town - Selected adoptable dogs and volunteers visit petfriendly organizations on a weekly basis looking for homes. Category Program Linked to Organizational Strategy Population Served Short Term Success Animal-Related, General/Other Animal Protection & Welfare Adults Families General/Unspecified We are very happy to share that adoptions and return to guardians increased more than 5% in 2014 over 2013 (calendar year). We'd also like to share a few letters from our adopters. This is just a few of hundreds of letters we receive each year: "We adopted Star our wonderful pit bull terrier from you at the end of December as a late Christmas for our daughter. Our daughter is still madly in love with Star and Star, well, she seams [sic] to love everybody she meets, including our cat." From P.H. "Thank you so much for our cat Ben Linus; he is so amazing. My son loves him so much. I was happy to have found an animal that is calming my 2 year old son down and something he loves to see and so excited about. Ben is a great fit for my family. I am thankful that I went to the pet store and found him. Couldn't be happier about the adoption." From K.C. Long Term Success Program Success Monitoring Since our inception in 1971, we have found permanent homes for thousands of animals. Last year alone, we placed 1,276 animals into loving homes. We monitor the success of our program by the number of animals adopted into permanent homes or transferred to breed rescues for special adoption. 4

Program Success Examples In the past three years, we have increased our work with breed rescues and local animal rescue organizations by 90%, helping to find more homes for animals with special needs. In 2014, we helped more than 226 animals through this program, an increase of more than 75% over 2013, and a total of 1,276 dogs and cats were place into permanent, loving homes. We also helped 33 animals with medical needs through our Shelter Angel Medical Fund, who might otherwise have been considered unadoptable. They have all found homes. Preventive Health Care Clinic Description We offer low-cost spay and neuter, affordable vaccinations and preventive health care services. The purpose of our Clinic is to encourage everyone, regardless of income, to properly care for their pets. We work to fulfill our mission of, "reducing the number of homeless animals and improving the quality of life." Suncoast Humane Society's veterinary services are headed by DR. Kerstin del Campo. Suncoast Humane Society believes that spaying and neutering of companion animals is a necessary requirement for the effective control of the homeless animal population. It also is beneficial to animal health and behavior. Having your pet spayed or neutered is an essential component of responsible pet ownership. According to The Humane Society of the United States, more than 3 million cats and dogs are euthanized in shelters every year. Millions more homeless animals suffer cruel and painful deaths. Spay and neuter is the only permanent, 100 % effective method of birth control for dogs and cats. Budget $284,246.00 Category Program Linked to Organizational Strategy Population Served Short Term Success Long Term Success Program Success Monitoring Program Success Examples Animal-Related, General/Other Veterinary Services Poor,Economically Disadvantaged,Indigent Families General/Unspecified In 2014 we had 2,931 people and 3,835 animals visit our clinic for affordable vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery or preventive medication. Last year we performed 483 surgeries on Suncoast Humane Society animals and another 838 low-cost surgeries for the public. Since the inception of our Preventive Health Care Clinic in 2009, we have performed over 7,400 spay/neuter surgeries. Our success will be measured by fewer animal intakes, fewer mothers with litters admitted to our facility and ultimately fewer euthanasia numbers. Our program provides a critical service to the communities we serve by providing affordable vaccinations, low-cost spay/neuter surgery and preventive medications to the public who may otherwise not be able to afford these services. In 2014, we administered 6,631 vaccinations and sold 9,074 preventive medications. 5

Community Outreach Description Suncoast Humane Society has a robust Community Outreach program which touches thousands of people and animals each year. Some of our outreach programs are: Pet Therapy Teams, visiting schools, libraries, nursing homes and hospitals, Pet Pantry Program, providing temporary relief of pet food for people in need, Humane Education, speaking at schools and libraries on the importance of animals in our lives, Animal Cruelty Resource and Animal Disaster Resource. Budget $63,000.00 Category Program Linked to Organizational Strategy Population Served Short Term Success Long Term Success Program Success Monitoring Program Success Examples Animal-Related, General/Other Animal Protection & Welfare Adults Children and Youth (0-19 years) Families Last year we reached over 30,000 people through our Community Outreach programs and services. Our programs provide critical resources to the people and animals in the communities we serve. Our Pet Pantry Program is an essential component in allowing people to keep their pets in their homes where they belong. We provide temporary relief by offering pet food to these families while they get back on their feet. Our Pet Therapy teams provide the human-animal bond for adults and children who need it most. Through our Humane Education, Animal Cruelty Resource and Animal Disaster Resource programs we provide services in keeping with our mission statement that we exist to reduce the number of homeless animals and improve the quality of life. We monitor the success of this program by helping to raise awareness of animal issues, strengthen the human-animal bond and be a resource for those pet owners who are struggling. We have many stories of children who increased their reading skills by participating in our Doggie Tales program which allows children to read to our Pet Therapy dogs. The smiles we bring to nursing home and hospital residents when our Pet Therapy teams visit is a glowing example of our success. 6

Thrift Stores Description Our Thrift Stores generate much needed funding for Suncoast Humane Society. All proceeds raised by the sale of donated, quality items support the services, programs and the animals. The three stores, located in Englewood, Port Charlotte, and Venice, accept gently used household and other items for re-sale. You will find all sorts of unique treasures, one-of-a-kind knickknacks, furniture, books, art, small appliances and many other items at bargain prices. If you have items to donate, please bring them to our thrift stores during hours of operation. We even offer a pick-up and delivery service, for large or large numbers of items. Please call 941-876 3773 to schedule a pick-up or delivery. Volunteers are always needed to assist with a variety of fun activities, including sorting, arranging and pricing of items. Volunteer applications are available at Suncoast Humane Society, any of our thrift stores, or by downloading from our website. Quality items are accepted during store hours. Budget $385,000.00 Category Program Linked to Organizational Strategy Population Served Short Term Success Long Term Success Program Success Monitoring Program Success Examples Animal-Related, General/Other Animal-Related, General/Other Adults Families General/Unspecified Last year (2017) our thrift stores generated over $828,000 to our organization through sales and donated items. We estimate over 75,000 people visit our three stores annually. Our thrift stores are located in Englewood, Port Charlotte and Venice and bring in much needed revenues that directly support the animals in our care and the many programs and services we provide. We hope to increase donations to our stores as well as increase shopper traffic resulting in increased revenues for 2018. Our thrift stores offer quality used items at affordable prices. 7

Volunteer Opportunities Description Budget $55,000.00 We have many programs available for volunteers: Visitor Assistant Cat Cuddler Dog Walker Laundry Assistant Foster Parent Transporter Thrift Stores Fundraising Outreach and Education Pet Therapy Category Program Linked to Organizational Strategy Population Served Short Term Success Long Term Success Program Success Monitoring Program Success Examples Animal-Related, General/Other Animal-Related, General/Other Adults General/Unspecified We currently have 275 active volunteers either helping directly at the Animal Care Center or through some of our other programs such as foster care, pet therapy and fundraising events. The volunteers at our organization play an important role at our Animal Care Center. We want to encourage people with a love of animals to volunteer in one of our many programs. We could not do all that we do or reach as many people as we do without these dedicated individuals. Our volunteer program continues to grow and evolve. We have a very active group of volunteers who help us to continue our mission of reducing the number of homeless animals and improving the quality of life. Here are a few examples of why our volunteers are part of our organization: I volunteer in the Pet Therapy program because I have seen what these animals can do to make a difference in the life of so many people. For a moment they forget their pain and problems with the touch of an animal. I volunteer at Suncoast because I love animals and helping people. It is really exciting and fun to volunteer here and I also learn about how to approach animals. They also have good food. Because the dogs and cats need us almost as much we need them. Comments Program Comments by Organization Suncoast Humane Society operates an open admissions animal shelter accepting all animals brought to us by the public. animal will be turned away regardless of health, temperament or age. Operating under this philosophy we better serve our community's needs. 8

MANAGEMENT CEO/Executive Director CEO/Executive Director CEO Term Start Apr 2007 CEO Email Mr. Phillip R Snyder philsnyder@humane.org Experience Phil Snyder has been executive director of the Suncoast Humane Society (SHS) since April 2007. Since coming on board he is leading efforts to help SHS achieve their mission of reducing the number of homeless animals and improving the quality of life throughout our community. Snyder has directed local animal care and control organizations in Indiana, Texas, Florida, and Tennessee. He has developed programs in humane education, cruelty investigations, legislation, animal sheltering and animal control. He has also headed several shelter building and renovation projects. He spent 15 years as Regional Director for The Humane Society of the United States. His office was a resource for law enforcement, local humane societies, animal control agencies, and others concerned with animal welfare issues. He has worked with local and state governments, and emergency management agencies in developing disaster plans for animals. In addition, he has been a responder to several natural disasters, helping animals. He has developed and instructed various training programs for law enforcement, including dog bite prevention, dog fighting investigation, animal hoarders and livestock/horse investigations. He has conducted workshops on The Cycle of Abuse at many national, state and local seminars, including the National Associations of Child Abuse, and Elder Abuse. Throughout his 40 year career, Snyder s expertise has proven invaluable in helping to revitalize and rebuild humane societies at a local level. His background also includes several years as a professional dog trainer and a show dog handler, licensed by the American Kennel Club. He is a past board member of Hooved Animal Humane Society, in Illinois, and currently serves on the board of the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee. Senior Staff Cheryl Casey Director of Operations Leah Cornish Director of Business and Administration Jacqueline Elliot Director of Community Relations & Volunteer Services Linda Kaub Director of Donor Relations Julia Steele Director of Capital Campaign & Major Gifts Staff & Volunteer Statistics Full Time Staff 32 Part Time Staff 2 Staff Retention Rate % 90 Professional Development Contractors 0 Volunteers 428 9

Management Reports to Board CEO/Executive Director Formal Evaluation Senior Management Formal Evaluation nmanagement Formal Evaluation Collaborations We work cooperatively with area rescues, shelters and animal-related agencies to help save animal lives. Charlotte and Sarasota County Schools and libraries providing humane education and read with a therapy dog opportunities. Collaborating with other non profit organizations i.e. Historic Spanish Point and six area Chambers of Commerce. The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. 10

GOVERNANCE Board Chair Board Chair Corey Dean Company Affiliation Bank Manger Wells Fargo Bank Board Term Sept 2013 to Sept 2019 Board Chair Email coreyldean@gmail.com Board Co-Chair Board Co-Chair Joanne L weaver Company Affiliation Retired Board Term July 2014 to July 0 Board Co-Chair Email joanne22weaver@gmail.com Board Members Name Affiliation Status Corey L. Dean Store Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Voting William Dudley CPA Voting Dorsey Dumas Carol Stewart, LLC - Broker/Associate Voting Leslie Edwards Key Insurance Agency nvoting Julianne P. Greenberg Boca Beacon Voting Terri Griffith Englewood Bank Voting Richard Harms Homebuilder Voting Nat Italiano Italiano Insurance Services Voting Bobby Miller Grande Aire Services nvoting Jeff Moore Sotheby's International Realty Voting Edward M. Reefe Retired nvoting Elsa Soderberg Retired nvoting Joanne Weaver Retired Voting Board Demographics - Ethnicity African American/Black 0 Asian American/Pacific Islander 0 Caucasian 13 Hispanic/Latino 0 Native American/American Indian 0 Other 0 0 Board Demographics - Gender 11

Male 7 Female 6 t Specified 0 Governance Board Term Lengths 2 Board Term Limits 2 Board Orientation Number of Full Board Meetings Annually 9 Board Meeting Attendance % 77 Board Self-Evaluation Written Board Selection Criteria Percentage of Board Making Monetary Contributions 100 Percentage of Board Making In-Kind Contributions 100 Constituency Includes Client Representation Standing Committees Board Governance Development / Fund Development / Fund Raising / Grant Writing / Major Gifts Executive Finance Investment Strategic Planning / Strategic Direction Capital Campaign Comments Governance Comments by Organization We continue to provide very effective services and programs, operating from our aging animal care center. The animals entrusted to our care are provided humane care and treatment by a compassionate staff. After 30 years of use, the major components of our facility are steadily deteriorating. Architects and engineers, specializing in animal shelters, have advised us of the need for a new structure. We were very fortunate to have located and purchased eleven acres of land just blocks from our existing facility. The land was a bank foreclosure and was purchased for a fraction of its value. It is now estimated that the building of a new Suncoast Humane Society Animal Care Center could cost $6,000,000 - $8,000,000.00. The board, staff and volunteers are dedicated to having a successful capital campaign, plus assuring the continuing support of our current facility, programs, services and humane care of the animals. The future of Suncoast Humane Society lies just a few blocks away, and is very dependent on the generous support of our present and future donors. 12

FINANCIALS Current Financial Info Tax Year Begins 2017 Tax Year Ends 2017 Projected Revenue $2,248,935.00 Projected Expenses $2,249,558.00 Total Projected Revenue includes "in-kind" contributions/ donations Endowment Value $22,490.00 Spending Policy N/A Spending Policy Percentage 0 Tax Credits Capital Campaign In a Capital Campaign Campaign Purpose To build a new facility to house our adoption and pet health care centers. Campaign Goal 9000000 Dates July 2017 to 0 Raised To Date 1171510 as of July 2017 Anticipate Campaign Within Next 5 Years? IRS Form 990s IRS Form 990 Extension IRS Form 990 Extension 2014 990 Form 990 2013 Form 990 2012 990 990 990 Form 990 Audit/Financial Documents 2016 Unaudited Financials Audit Financial Audit 2014 2013 Audit 2012 Audit 13

2011 Audit 2010 Audit 2009 Audit Solvency Short Term Solvency Fiscal Year 2016 2015 2014 Current Ratio: Current Assets/Current Liabilities 0.70 -- 10.18 Long Term Solvency Fiscal Year 2016 2015 2014 Long-Term Liabilities/Total Assets 0% -- 15% Historical Financial Review Revenue and Expenses Fiscal Year 2016 2015 2014 Total Revenue $1,887,307 $2,048,827 $2,439,961 Total Expenses $2,172,594 $2,046,523 $1,834,955 Revenue Sources Fiscal Year 2016 2015 2014 Foundation and Corporation $21,184 $0 $0 Contributions Government Contributions $0 $0 $0 Federal $0 $0 $0 State $0 $0 $0 Local $0 $0 $0 Unspecified $0 $0 $0 Individual Contributions $410,292 $743,846 $1,307,714 Indirect Public Support $0 $0 $0 Earned Revenue $1,285,021 $1,200,977 $996,701 Investment Income, Net of Losses $31,454 $183 $46,210 Membership Dues $0 $0 $0 Special Events $128,669 $92,893 $59,445 Revenue In-Kind $0 $0 $97,624 Other $10,687 $10,928 $29,891 Expense Allocation Fiscal Year 2016 2015 2014 Program Expense $1,952,959 $2,036,689 $1,465,009 Administration Expense $204,697 $108,363 $239,281 Fundraising Expense $14,938 $9,834 $130,665 Payments to Affiliates $0 $0 $0 Total Revenue/Total Expenses 0.87 1.00 1.33 Program Expense/Total Expenses 90% 100% 80% Fundraising Expense/Contributed Revenue 3% 1% 10% Assets and Liabilities 14

Fiscal Year 2016 2015 2014 Total Assets $1,906,259 $0 $2,032,576 Current Assets $347,412 $0 $503,377 Long-Term Liabilities $0 $0 $314,416 Current Liabilities $493,869 $0 $49,447 Total Net Assets $1,412,390 $0 $1,668,713 Top Funding Sources Fiscal Year 2016 2015 2014 Top Funding Source & Dollar Amount Program Service Program Service Contributions, gifts, Revenue $1,285,021 Revenue $1,200,977 grants $1,307,714 Second Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Third Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Contributions, gifts, grants $410,292 Fundraising $128,669 Contributions, gifts, grants $743,846 Fundraising $92,893 Net Income from Sale of Inventory $572,829 Program Service Revenue $394,636 Comments Financial Comments by Organization We continue to provide very effective services and programs, operating from our aging animal care center. The animals entrusted to our care are provided humane care and treatment by a compassionate staff. After 30 years of use, the major components of our facility are steadily deteriorating. Architects and engineers, specializing in animal shelters, have advised us of the need for a new structure. We were very fortunate to have located and purchased eleven acres of land just blocks from our existing facility. The land was a bank foreclosure and was purchased for a fraction of its value. It is now estimated that the building of a new Suncoast Humane Society Animal Care Center could cost $6,000,000, or more. The board, staff and volunteers are dedicated to having a successful capital campaign, plus assuring the continuing support of our current facility, programs, services and humane care of the animals. The future of Suncoast Humane Society lies just a few blocks away, and is very dependent on the generous support of our present and future donors. Financial Comments by Foundation Foundations and corporations are included with individual contributions as they are not separated in the 990 or audit. Financial figures were taken from the 990. Federal tax returns and audited financial statements reconcile. Financial information for 2015 and 2016 taken solely from the unaudited compilations as the Federal tax return was not available at time of review. balance sheet information available for 2015. 15

PLANS, POLICIES & LICENSES Plans Fundraising Plan Communication Plan Strategic Plan Strategic Plan Adopted Jan 2013 Years Strategic Plan Considers 3 Management Succession Plan Continuity of Operations Plan Policies Organizational Policies and Procedures Written Conflict of Interest Policy ndiscrimination Policy Directors and Officers Insurance Policy Whistle Blower Policy Document Destruction Policy Awards & Recognition Award/Recognition Organization Year Top Rated nprofit Greatnprofits 2015 Best nprofit in Englewood Best Thrift Store in Englewood Englewood Sun-Herald Newspaper Englewood Sun-Herald Newspaper 2015 2014 Community Hero Englewood Charlotte Library 2015 Finalist - Best Fundraising Gala Harbor Style Magazine 2015 Spotlight Award Winner Venice Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 4 Star Rating Charity Navigator 2016 Harbor's Hottest - Best Fundraising Gala Harbor Style Magazine 2016 Best of Englewood - n-profit Englewood SUN 2016 Best of Englewood - n-profit Englewood SUN 2018 Government Licenses Is your organization licensed by the Government? Planning & Policies Comments 16