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Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to Map Animal Data

Read about the ASPCA’s research into Geographic Information Systems and how it can be a powerful lifesaving tool for shelters.

What's the Deal About Data?

Knowing what animals are coming into your shelter and why, and what animals are making it out alive (or not) are important keys to improve your performance.

Updating SOPs

Your SOP should be reviewed at least once a year by all staff, department supervisors and the director.

Cultivate Generosity from Within: Create a Giving Culture

Fundraising is a collective effort. Every staff member, from directors to care and administrative staff, plays a role in donor engagement.

Getting Good TV and Radio Coverage

Check out tips for working with broadcast media and building relationships with people who influence what stories are covered.

Retail Smarts: Selling Used Tennis Balls

Creative marketing, at your service. Learn how you can repurpose donated items for profit in your retail store.

Personalized Training Helps Empower, Retain Volunteers

Read Ark-Valley’s tips on how getting personal gets the most out of your volunteers.

Essentials for Successful Grant Funding: Kickoff Meetings and Tracking

Learn how Denver Animal Protection set grant process helps improve staff alignment and skill sets to access more funding to help pets.

3 Tips to Train Volunteers with Staying Power

Follow these three training tips to ensure your volunteers are prepared for duty—and that they stick around for the long term.

They Did It: Raised $40,000 for a New Play Yard in Just 24 Hours

NHA raised $40K in just 24 hours for an outdoor play yard for their dogs, which provided both placement opportunities & behavioral support.

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