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Signs of a Better Adoption Program As

Every Program is DIFFERENT

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This isn't easy to know for sure, but here is some information to help.

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        Adoption contract is online and easy to access.

 

       Review their screening questions and reference those on this website. 

   

      Does the program have a mandatory active follow- up program for life. (Not just a phone call, and if        only photos there are specific ones with dates.)

     

      Ask if there is a way to demonstrate that they carry out their follow-up.

     

     Having a 501(c) does NOT indicate anything other than that the government recognizes that      the program is not for profit, NOT that it carries out the claims they make. 

 

    The adoption contract restricts rehoming in any way unless the organization screens the new        potential home and executes a new adoption contract.

   

    Adoption restricts the sale, lease or transfer of the horse at any time.

    If the adopter can longer provide good care, a new home is sought and approved by the            organization or the horse is returned to the organization.

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Organizations with donations of over $500,000 must file the IRS 990 and have an independent audit prepared. There is good information available on that form. That is their tax-return.

Check their end-of-the-year assests-if you are considering donating. Some organizations of all types have large assets, particularly those that have commercials aired. Some assets are restricted, such as generating interest from donations. Feel free to contact the organizations and receive documentation. Review salaries, which are listed for the managing staff, and look further it will also show bonuses. You may also note unusual activities, such as rent paid and to whom, travel expenses etc.

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