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    Animal Welfare Society

    Animal Welfare Society

     

    ...Is this your nonprofit?

    ...501(c)(3) organization

    ...Donations are tax-deductible

    ...https://animalwelfaresociety.org/

    ...PO BOX 43
    W Kennebunk ME 04094-0043

    ...Mail donations to:
    P.O. Box 43
    West Kennebunk ME 04094

    207-985-3244


    W Kennebunk ME | IRS ruling year: 1969 | EIN: 23-7018176  

     

    The Animal Welfare Society, incorporated in 1967, is a private humane society and regional leader in companion animal welfare.

    AWS operates a progressive animal shelter and adoption center on a 40 acre campus in West Kennebunk and satellite adoption centers throughout northern New England. AWS' community programs include Canine Training, Youth Programs and Community Veterinary Clinic. In 1967, AWS' first year, about 500 animals were served; today, that number is well over 10,000.

    Animal Welfare Society exists to serve as the safety net for lost and homeless pets and to provide access to affordable services and resources necessary for long term well-being, so pets and their families stay together and thrive.

     


    Rating Information

    Great


    This charity's score is 97%, earning it a Four-Star rating. If this organization aligns with your passions and values, you can give with confidence.


    This overall score is calculated from multiple beacon scores: 32% Accountability & Finance, 50% Impact & Results, 7% Leadership & Adaptability, 10% Culture & Community. Learn more about our criteria and methodology.

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    Impact & Results

     

    Animal Welfare Society has earned a 100% for the Impact & Results beacon. See the metrics below for more information.

    This beacon estimates the actual impact a charity has on the lives of those it serves, and determines whether it is making good use of donor resources to achieve that impact.

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    Largest Programs



    Animal Welfare Society reported its largest program on its FY 2021 Form 990 as:


    $2,278,490

    Spent in most recent FY

    100%

    Percent of program expenses


    The Animal Welfare Society, incorporated in 1967, is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit humane society. The society was formed in the early 1960s by a group of caring individuals including the late Mrs.  ... (More)


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