Case for Support - Broome County Humane Society

Karen Matson
Executive Director
Jennifer Donlan, Esq.
Board President
Darrell Newvine
Board Vice President
Executive Director,
Family Enrichment Network
Jamie Koliander
Board Secretary
Lockheed Martin
Nora Bush
Board Treasurer
Finance Director
Family Enrichment Network
Alison Beaulieu
DVM
Judy Valek, Esq.
William Lescault
Law Enforcement
Sylvia Vestey
Co-owner,
Remlik’s Grille and Oyster Bar
Sara Delmar
Academic Advisor,
Binghamton University
Lynn Durkan
Habilitation Specialist, OPWDD
A Capital Campaign to build a new shelter
for the Broome County Humane Society
& Relief Association
The Broome County Humane Society and Relief Association has been operating
since the late 1800’s. Our mission has become increasingly difficult as the number
of animals in need rises annually. Without the proper resources, we simply do not
have the capability to meet the growing demand for our services. A new facility will
allow us to expand to meet more of the needs of this important population.
The Humane Society has been operating in the same location for over 70 years.
Operating in an old, dilapidated, inefficient building with unending challenges is
limiting our ability to grow and help more animals and serve our community.
With our animal intake growing an average of 10% each year, a new facility will help
us do that. We will increase our capacity and enrichment of the animals, as well as
implement new services to help with the challenges faced by owners and animals alike.
The Broome County Humane Society has 5 full-time employees, 11 part-time
employees, 1 part-time veterinarian, and over 80 volunteers. The Shelter animals
require care 365-days a year!
Our Mission
Our mission is to improve the lives of animals, alleviate their suffering, and elevate
their status in society, to help control the animal population, and to investigate and
reduce animal cruelty. To create a better world for animals by providing a safe haven
for animals and increasing adoptions by matching the right animal with the right
home forever.
Our Vision
To be the premier animal resource center in the Southern Tier, dedicated to
creating a humane community by improving and providing enrichment, education,
and programming to keep animals and families together.
Campaign Contacts
Karen Matson
Executive Director
kmatson@bchumanesoc.com
(607)724-3709
JACK
Kim Broderick
Fundraising Coordinator
kbroderick@bchumanesoc.com
(607)724-3709
KLARIBELLE
CHIEF
ANGIE
RUTHIE
Currently, The Broome County Humane Society provides high quality,
cost-effective care and programs for over 650 animals and hundreds of
people annually. Services include:
Animal Cruelty and Neglect Investigations – The Humane
STORM
Society is the ONLY entity in Broome County that investigates complaints of
animal cruelty and neglect throughout Broome County. When the complaints
are substantiated, The Humane Society assists law enforcement in prosecuting
cases of animal cruelty and neglect and rescues animals from those threatening
situations. In 2013, we responded to 397 reports of animal cruelty and rescued
266 animals from these reports. We receive NO REVENUE for these services.
STORM
Care of Abandoned and Stray Animals – The Humane Society shelters companion animals that
are unwanted, have been abandoned or are strays and ensures they received proper vet care to get them well and
on their way to their “forever home.” More than 241 dogs and 421 cats received our services in 2013. We invest
nearly $900 for each animal that comes through our Shelter and a minimal amount of that is covered by our nominal
adoption fees of roughly $195 per dog and $75 per cat.
CLARICE
KILIE
Safe Keeping – We support the community with a low-cost safe keeping program to assist owners with boarding and
care of their animals as a result of an emergency situation (ex. SOS Shelter, Psychiatric Center, Hospital, Rehabilitation.)
Adopting Animals Out to “Forever Homes”–
We provide a safe environment for animals until they find their forever
home. We do not place a time limit on the length of stay they are with us.
Spay/Neuter Program – To help limit the growing animal
population, The Humane Society spays/neuters most animals prior
to adoption. If, however, an animal is adopted prior to being spayed/
neutered under certain circumstances, The Humane Society will work
with the adoptive family to ensure the procedure is done.
SAGWA
KARLENE
Raising Awareness – The Humane Society partners with area organizations and works to promote
awareness of animal cruelty and neglect, brings attention to the stray pet population throughout our community, and
educates the public on the ownership of pet responsibility, including the importance to spay/neuter their dogs and
cats and obtaining adequate veterinary care.
Today’s Challenges
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Current Canine Kennels
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The number of animals seized for cruelty is increasing at
a rate of 7% each year
The current facility is dilapidated and undersized to
accommodate the number of animals in need
The repressed local economy has resulted in more abandoned
animals needing shelter and veterinary care
Our ability to offer more programs is limited due to
inadequacies of our facility
Poor insulation, cracked concrete and cinder blocks,
outdated plumbing, antiquated electricity
The Solutions
• New state-of-the-art facility with proper construction
materials, specifically designed for use in animal shelters
• Expanded program services to meet community needs
• More visible location
• Expanded outdoor walking area & play yards
• Enhance on-site veterinarian services
• Pet grooming
• Expanded revenue opportunities
• Ability to respond to seizures of large numbers of
animals with our increased capacity
• Puppy/kitten kindergarten classes
• Obedience training
• Education on pet ownership responsibilities
Current Feline Intake
A new shelter is necessary to meet the needs of the animals in our community. This new facility will be designed to
solve the most critical animal-related issues, including pet overpopulation and animal abuse and neglect.
The total project cost for the new building and furnishing will be nearly $1.2
Demolition:
Masonry:
Roofing;
$92,000
$145,000
$100,000
Mechanical:
Electrical:
Design:
$221,000
$105,000
$95,000
million.
Doors/Windows: $60,000
Framing:
$100,000
Other:
$374,000
Campaign Timeline: March 1, 2014 with all Funding Commitments by September 1, 2014
A group of dedicated individuals and the Board of Directors of The Broome County Humane Society are working to
ensure that the campaign is successful. Residents of Broome County, local businesses, corporations, and foundations
with a demonstrated interest in animal welfare, are being asked to help fund the campaign.
Current Shelter
Small outdated facility in poor condition
- 5,500 square ft.
Limited parking
Overcrowded - Canine Capacity 35, Feline Capacity 75
Outdated equipment
Limited pet meeting area
Limited pet access to the outside
Limited isolation space
No designated puppy area
Admission through front door only
No training or meeting space
Inadequate ventilation and climate control
New Facility
Modern, spacious, bright and inviting - 11,500 square ft.
Spacious parking
Designed for future animal population increases
- Canine Capacity 75, Feline Capacity 130
Updated equipment for efficiency and optimal health
Added pet meeting areas
Outdoor play yards for exercising dogs and added cattery rooms
Isolation rooms designed for more animals and proper ventilation
Puppy room with play area
Separate entrance for animal admission
Community room for meetings and training
State-of-the-art HVAC system
How you can help:
As a FOUNDATION, you can financially support our effort to meet a community need.
As a BUSINESS, you can donate financially or donate goods or services.
As a CONTRACTOR, you can donate your time to help us renovate our new facility.
As a COMMUNITY MEMBER, you can contribute to make our dream of a new facility a reality.
As a COMMUNITY GROUP, you can organize a fund raiser for this project.
As a MUNICIPALITY, you can help us have a centralized animal control concept.
The Broome County Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) organization, and all donations are tax deductible.
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