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To Our Friends and Supporters

Year in Review______2

This Year's Finances______5

Summary______6

Future Projects______7

Contact Information

Contact Information

To Our Friends and Supporters

Where Supporting the Animals Begins

Friends for Animal Care and Effective Solutions (Utah FACES) began in early 2008 as an all-volunteer non-profit organization designed to assist Salt Lake County Animal Services to improve animal welfare and eliminate euthanasia. As an independent non-profit partner of Salt Lake County Animal Services, Utah FACES is dedicated to improving the lives of the animals that come into the care of the shelter and assisting residents of Salt Lake County to ensure the health and safety of the pets in our community.

Our Core Values:

  • Protect the safety and health of animals.
  • Promote the adoption of abandoned animals.
  • Promote the speedy return of lost pets.
  • Fund and promote the availability of Spay and Neuter services.
  • Provide education for Responsible Pet Ownership.
  • Support rescue efforts of animals in situations of disaster or distress.
  • Develop community partnerships.

Our Partnership: Salt Lake Co Animal Services & Utah FACES

Over the past several years, the staff at the shelter has been dedicated to improving the lives of the thousands of animals that come into their care. In partnership with Utah FACES, the shelter has been able to provide free microchips, health vaccinations and spay/neuter services to residents of Salt Lake County. The shelter’s hard work and dedication continues to create a decrease in animal in-take and an increase in the ability of the shelter to save more and more lives.

“In 2009, our RTO (return to owner) rate was about 24%. In 2015, our RTO rate was 38.6%. This 15% increase is because of Utah FACES and the wonderful microchip program they provide. Another notable statistic from 2015 is the amount of days an animal is at the shelter. When we first started our No Kill efforts, hold days sky-rocketed and at the highest was 20.8days in 2011. In 2015, our average hold time was 10.5 days. This is also a reflection of animals that are microchipped because of Utah FACES. Their owners are being notified quickly which means their animal gets to go home sooner. This saves space at the shelter for us to help even more animals. Our live release rate in 2015 was 94.3%. We couldn’t do this without Utah FACES. Thank you so much for supporting our agency, our citizens, and the animals in our community. We are truly honored and grateful to have you as a partner. These numbers speak volumes to the magnitude and impact Utah FACES has on our success.” – Talia Butler, Operations and Programs Manager

Year in Review

Spay/Neuter, Microchip and Vaccination Voucher Program

During 2015, Utah FACES completed its best year yet in providing microchips, health vaccinations and spay/neuter services for the pets of residents in Salt Lake County. The program is designed where Utah FACES provides the funding and Salt Lake County Animal Services provides the service. In administering this program, we recognize the direct impact this service has in reducing shelter animal intake, increasing the number of animal returned to their homes, and the improved health of the pets in our community. These services were offered to low-income residents and families utilizing the services provided by Salt Lake County Animal Services.

In 2015 this program provided:

  • Just over 750 spay/neuter surgeries
  • Nearly 4,000 microchips
  • Just under 5500 health vaccinations

In comparison to 2014, this program has experienced exponential growth in 2015. In 2014, Utah FACES was able to provide 430 spay/neuter surgeries, 2700 microchips, and 5000 health vaccinations. We are so proud of the excellent work being accomplished with these programs and the exponential growth in these valuable services. Your continued donations and grant funding have enabled us to make the tremendous increase in these services.

"Probably one of the most important programs that Utah FACES supports is our low income voucher program providing microchips, sterilizations, and vaccinations to the public at no cost. More stray animals are now quickly reunited with their owners due to the fact that they are microchipped. This is one of our signature services that we offer our community and we are happy to have the support of FACES and their donors." – Kip Peterson, Special Programs Supervisor

“It is wonderful to see all of the cats and kittens being sterilized through the Feline Fix each month and how grateful all of the cat owners are. Most of the pet owners that come in for the Feline Fix would never be able to afford getting their cats fixed and vaccinated. Feline Fix days are my favorite day of the month. Without Utah FACES this would not be possible.” – Charlotte Smith, Shelter Supervisor

"With the help of all of the microchips, vaccines, and sterilizations that FACES paid for in 2015, thebully breeds at Salt Lake County Animal Services had a staggering 60% return to owner rate and a 95% live release rate. Those are the highest numbers todate for the SLCo Pit Crew."- RandeeLueker, Special Populations Coordinator

Grooming Services

Utah FACES, in partnership with local animal groomers, was able to provide over 75 much needed grooming services to animals that found themselves in the care of the shelter. In 2015, small and large dogs and cats benefited from this program. The program functions with Utah FACES providing the transport volunteers and funding for the reduced cost grooming services. In 2015, an average of twice a week, Utah FACES volunteers coordinated with shelter staff to pick up an animal at the shelter. The animals were then transported by the volunteer to the grooming business providing the reduced cost services. At the grooming business,the animal was provided a full bath and beauty service. A Utah FACES volunteer then transported the animal back to the shelter.

This program has grown to become a ‘favorite’ of the animals, our volunteers and supporters. Many animals that come into the shelter have not received proper care and continued grooming. This can cause serious health issues for the animal and severely limit the adoptability of the animals. This program not only helps the animal feel better and healthy, it helps the potential adopters ‘see’ the beautiful and loving homeless animal.

Utah FACES Injured Animal Fund

The Utah FACES Injured Animal Fund is one of our most touching cornerstone programs. 2015was our best year yet in helping injured animals. A total of nine animals (4 cats, 4 dogs and one rabbit) were assisted by the program funds, with truly heart-warming results. The Utah FACES Injured Animal Fund is growing as a result of dedicated donors and supporters who are truly moved by these wonderful success stories, which are featured on the Utah FACES Facebook page.

“Our animal population has greatly benefited from the resources that Utah FACES provides. We would not be able to perform any orthopedic surgeries without FACES. Where other places have to resort to amputations and euthanasia on every case, we are able to provide quality orthopedic care. This helps with our live release rate and more importantly, enhances the quality of life for our injured animals.” – Dawn Kelly, Clinic Manager-Veterinarian

“Utah FACES has been an invaluable resource to our agency. Their programs have helped us achieve and maintain our no-kill mission. An example of this is their Injured Animal Fund which allows us to receive lifesaving treatments and surgeries for severely injured animals requiring costly medical care. This is something that most shelters couldn’t provide and that we couldn’t provide without Utah FACES.FACES has also provided vital funding for our Free Feline Fix and community education on spaying and neutering. They help us achieve our goal of decreasing the homeless pet population.” – Carrie Sibert, Special Programs Supervisor

Shelter Adoption and Enrichment Supplies

  • American Express sponsored Serve2Gether that brought American Express employees, Salt Lake County Animal Services and Utah FACES together to build agility equipment for the shelter as well as cat toys
  • Comcast hosted Comcast Cares Day that brought volunteers together to make community outreach bags for the pets of Utah’s homeless. These bags included blankets, dog food, bowls and treats.
  • The behavior assistance grant from Beck Family Foundation provided transportation of two feral dogs to a rehabilitation center in New York. We were also able to provide boarding and day care that provides needed social skills and behavior training for. Two in home assessments and continued training plans were also provided for two foster dogs.

Sewing Bees

Several dedicated Utah FACES volunteers gathered throughout 2015 to sew a collection of dog bandanas and cat toys to raise money for the Utah FACES programs. The group focuses on creating items for all holidays and seasons. In addition to fundraising items, the Sewing Bee also made aprons for the volunteers at Salt Lake County Animal Services. In December 2015, the shelter arranged to offer for a donation the holiday themed bandannas. This project raised nearly $700. Not only does the Sewing Bee foster a special connection for our volunteers, it has become a great fund-raising component.

Strut Your Mutt, Pride Festival, Spayghetti and No Balls, Petapalooza and Dogtoberfest

In an effort to raise awareness of shelter animals, Utah FACES participated in several local events including Strut Your Mutt, Pride Festival and the 1st Annual Petapalooza Adoption Event organized by Salt Lake County Animal Services. In addition, Utah FACES, Mark Miller Subaru and Uinta Brewery sponsored Dogtoberfest, a fundraising movie night at Brewvies Cinema. Utah FACES also hosted their inaugural Spayghetti and No Balls Spay and Neuter Fundraiser.

This Year’s Finances

Year End Revenues

General revenue for 2015 was extremely positive. In 2015, the general revenue collected was $97,400. A significant portion of our revenue was generated through our participation in Love Utah Give Utah, Strut Your Mutt and Spayghetti. In addition our Adopt a Kennel Program generates a large portion of our funding. . We were very pleased with the results and are planning to continue our participation in 2016. Our revenue totals continue to grow each year and exceed our expectations for an all-volunteer run organization.

Grants

•The George Q. Morris Foundation

•The George Q. Morris Foundation continued its tremendous support of Utah FACES again in 2015 by providing $3500 in support of the Adopt-A-Kennel program and Grooming Transport program.

•Lil’ Bub’s Big Fund of the ASPCA

•Utah FACES at grant of $1,500 from Lil’ Bub’s Big Fund of the ASPCA. The intent of the grant is to provide additional financial assistance for the aid of injured animals. The grant will be used as part of our established Utah FACES Injured Animal Fund. In 2015 Utah FACES provided assistance to nine injured shelter animals. This grant funding from the ASPCA is critical and will allow Utah FACES to continue to help injured animals entering the shelter.

•Utah State Department of Agriculture

•This $10,000 grant was awarded to Utah FACES to provide free or reduced cost spay/neuter services to low-income residents of Salt Lake County. This grant funding supports the UtahFACES and Salt Lake County Animal Services partnership of providing free spay/neuter services in areas of need within our community.

•American Express Serve2Gether

•Utah FACES received a $2,500 grant from American Express

Restricted Accounts

Utah FACES administered five restricted funding accounts based on donor directed donation requests and grant funding. These accounts include:

•Injured Animal Fund – This account is restricted for the assistance of injured shelter animals in the care of the Salt Lake County Animal Services.

•Grooming Services – This account is restricted based on donor directed requests and fully supports the Utah FACES grooming transport program.

•Pit Crew Fund – This account is restricted based on donor directed requests and is utilized to support Pit Bull type dogs within the shelter.

•Spay/Neuter Funds (Dept. of AG) – This account is restricted based on grant funding and is used to provide spay/neuter services for low-income residents of Salt Lake County.

•Animal Behavior – This account is restricted based on donor directed request and supports behavior assistance for animals at the shelter

Employee Giving Campaigns

Utah FACES has continued to grow within the community and once again participated in the Utah State Employees Charitable Contributions Campaign, the Salt Lake County Employees Caring Contributions Campaign, and the Federal Employee Combined Giving Campaign. Contributions from these employee campaigns continue to grow each year. In 2015, over $22,000 was raised by employee campaigns.

An additional area of employee giving is starting to increase as well. Volunteers and supporters are using their employee matching donations programs to give to Utah FACES. Utah FACES is now registered in the employee match programs for Ebay, Progressive Insurance, American Express and Rocky Mountain Power.

Summary

Resource Allocations

In 2015, Utah FACES continued its efforts to limit its administrative costs to as minimal level as possible. Utah FACES continues to be an all-volunteer organization. There are no employees and have no facilities to maintain. This allows us to direct the majority of our funding to assist the animals.

Utah FACES is committed to strengthening our organization and increasing our ability to provide much needed resources and support to Salt Lake County Animal Services, the animal in its care, and the residents they serve.

Takeaways

The Board of Directors is proud of its progress in 2015. We know we cannot continue to grow without the support of the shelter and our supporters within the community. The shelter’s “wish list” for 2015 is growing and we must maintain and grow our partnerships to continue to provide funding for improved animal welfare and the elimination of euthanasia in Salt Lake County.

Future Projects

As 2016 begins, Utah FACES is gearing up for another great year. We will work diligently to maintain our partnership with Salt Lake County Animal Services to provide spay/neuter services, health vaccinations and microchips to the pets of Salt Lake County residents.

We look to continue our participation in the employee giving campaigns and will work to expand those as well. In 2016, we have plans to again participate in the following events:

  • Love UT Give UT Day of Giving
  • Pride Festival
  • Petapalooza
  • Stand Up for Pits
  • Spayghetti and No Balls Fundraiser
  • Strut Your Mutt
  • Dogtoberfest
  • Giving Tuesday
  • and various other community events

We truly thank all our volunteers, community partners, and supporters for our success in 2015. We think it is critical to maintain these relationships as we build additional support. We know we cannot do what we do without all of us working together.

We truly thank all our volunteers and supporters for our success in 2015. We know it is critical to maintain these relationships as we build additional support. We cannot do what we do without all of us working together.

Utah FACES mission is to improve animal welfare and eliminate euthanasia. We will continue to work closely with Salt Lake County Animal Services to meet the needs of the community they serve and all the animals that come into its care.

Contact Information

Utah FACES

Friends for Animal Care and Effective Solutions

511 West 3900 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84123

Telephone:385-468-6017

Email:

utahfaces.org

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