Therapy Dogs Of Santa Barbara Inc
- Assets
- $710.0k
- Revenue
- $125.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Santa Barbara, CA
- Founding
- 11/2002
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 47-0879588
Organization Overview
Therapy Dogs Of Santa Barbara Inc is located in Santa Barbara, CA. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (D20) the organization is classified as: Animal Protection & Welfare, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Therapy Dogs Of Santa Barbara Inc employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Therapy Dogs Of Santa Barbara Inc 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 12/2023, Therapy Dogs Of Santa Barbara Inc generated $125.3k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $163.1k during the year ending 12/2023. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EMPOWER PEOPLE TO LIVE MORE FULFILLING LIVES THROUGH THE HUMAN-ANIMAL BOND.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
WAG WELL IS A KEY COMPONENT TO OUR WELLNESS PROGRAMS AND FOCUSES ON YOUTH AND MENTAL HEALTH CARE. PROVIDING SERVICES THAT PROMOTE A HEALTHY AND WELL-BALANCED LIFE IS CORE TO OUR MISSION. BY TEACHING CHILDREN HOW TO MANAGE STRESS AND ANXIETY IN EVERYDAY SITUATIONS THEY WILL BE BETTER EQUIPPED TO BECOME THRIVING AND HAPPY INDIVIDUALS IN SOCIETY ALLOWING THEM TO LIVE MORE FULFILLING LIVES. THE PRESENCE OF THERAPY DOGS AT EACH WAG WELL SESSION ADDS AN EXTRA COMPONENT OF CALM AND LEAVES THE CHILDREN AND STAFF WITH SMILES AND POSITIVE MEMORIES OF THEIR LEARNING EXPERIENCE.ARF! IS AN INNOVATIVE LITERACY PROGRAM THAT GIVES STUDENTS AN OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE THEIR READING SKILLS AND INSPIRE THEM TO BECOME LIFE-LONG READERS BY READING ALOUD TO SPECIALLY TRAINED THERAPY DOGS. READING TO THERAPY DOGS HAS NUMEROUS THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN. INTERACTING WITH A NONJUDGMENTAL AND ATTENTIVE COMPANION LIKE A THERAPY DOG CAN CREATE A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUNG READERS. THE PRESENCE OF A DOG CAN HELP REDUCE ANXIETY, BOOST SELF-ESTEEM, AND INCREASE CONFIDENCE IN STRUGGLING READERS. MOREOVER, THE CALMING EFFECT OF PETTING OR BEING NEAR A THERAPY DOG CAN PROMOTE RELAXATION AND DECREASE STRESS LEVELS.THERAPY DOG VISITS: THE PRESENCE OF A THERAPY DOG HAS BEEN SHOWN TO REDUCE STRESS AND ANXIETY, PROMOTE RELAXATION, AND ELEVATE MOOD. THERAPY DOGS ALSO OFFER EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AND COMPANIONSHIP, HELPING TO ALLEVIATE FEELINGS OF LONELINESS OR DEPRESSION. MOREOVER, THESE VISITS HELP TO LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE AND HEART RATE, AS WELL AS STIMULATE THE RELEASE OF ENDORPHINS, CONTRIBUTING TO OVERALL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELL-BEING. OUR THERAPY DOGS HAVE A REMARKABLE ABILITY TO UPLIFT SPIRITS AND BRING SMILES AND JOY TO THE YOUNG AND YOUNG-AT-HEART!
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Karen Stevens | 40 | $46,250 | |
Carey Bradshaw Executive Dir. | Trustee | 30 | $44,135 |
Alexandra Benjamin Secretary | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Karynsue Rosethomas Treasurer | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Aja Forner President | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $124,546 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $124,546 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $728 |
| 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 | $125,274 |
| 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. | $96,736 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $19,347 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $37,681 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $4,234 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,225 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,382 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,031 |
| Office expenses | $2,302 |
| Information technology | $3,122 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $6,023 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $273 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $3,223 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $163,083 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $203,101 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $506,862 |
| Total assets | $709,963 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $2,343 |
| Total liabilities | $2,343 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $208,123 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $499,497 |
| 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 | $709,963 |