Cathy Kangas Foundation for Animals Inc.

Overview

The Cathy Kangas Foundation for Animals Inc., with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 463916723, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for animal welfare. Founded by Cathy Kangas, the CEO and Founder of PRAI Beauty, the foundation aims to provide support and protection to animals globally, especially those in shelters and kill pens for horses.

Mission

The mission of the Cathy Kangas Foundation for Animals is to ensure that every animal is protected and loved. It focuses on initiatives that help homeless animals, rescue horses from slaughter, and support equine therapy for veterans with PTSD. The foundation also organizes outreach efforts to rescue teams that save animals during natural disasters and supports the rehabilitation of chimpanzees used in medical research.

Initiatives

• Free the Shelters Campaign: This initiative has been successful in facilitating the adoption of thousands of animals by covering adoption fees. Since its inception in 2017, it has helped more than 10,000 animals find permanent homes across the United States and Canada.
• Horse Rescue: The foundation works to prevent the slaughter of horses by rescuing them from kill pens and rehoming them in sanctuaries and pastures.
• Equine Therapy for Veterans: By supporting equine therapy programs, the foundation helps veterans with PTSD while also rescuing horses.
• Disaster Relief and Animal Rehabilitation: It provides support for rescue efforts during natural disasters and aids in the rehabilitation of animals subjected to medical research.

Leadership and Recognition

Cathy Kangas is a member of the Board of Directors of the Humane Society of the United States and has received the fraternity's "Compassion in Action" award for her efforts to end the Canadian seal hunt. She serves as the Global Ambassador for Nowzad, an organization that helps soldiers reunite with dogs they befriended during military service. Kangas has been recognized for her contributions in various media outlets and was named a Hometown Hero by Channel 12 in Connecticut.

Financials

The foundation operates primarily through contributions and focuses on disbursing these funds for charitable purposes. Administrative costs are covered by PRAI Beauty, ensuring that all donations go directly to supporting animal welfare projects.

Structure and Tax Status

As a registered 501(c)(3) charity, donations to the Cathy Kangas Foundation for Animals are tax-deductible. The organization is classified under philanthropic foundations, aiming to prevent cruelty to animals and promote their welfare globally.

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