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DACHSHUND RESCUE OF NORTH AMERICA INC 

Also Known As: DRNA

226 East Central Ave 
Greensburg, IN 47240
www.drna.org

Mission and Programs

Mission

Dachshund Rescue of North America, Inc. views its mission as increasing public awareness against animal cruelty and overpopulation while rescuing and placing displaced and unwanted dachshunds throughout the continent of North America. DRNA has a long-term dedication to this breed and its fair and humane treatment. This organization provides two services: the rescue and placement of unwanted or displaced dachshunds and mostly dachshund mixes regardless of age, size, sex or health and education on responsible pet ownership.

Programs

DRNA helps needy dachshunds from a variety of sources. We accept owner surrenders, shelter turn overs, dachshunds confiscated by legal authorities, and so on. Regardless of the age, condition, sex, history, etc. we try to evaluate and medically and behaviorally rehabilitate the dog and place it in a suitable environment to live out its natural life. This is an ongoing program every day.

Additional Comments from the Organization

Dachshund Rescue of North America, Inc. completed 1000 successful placements in 2007. We anticipate over 1200 in 2008 and are easily on track to meet that goal. Since January 1999 through December 2007, we have placed approximately 7000 dogs. We are funded solely through standardized placement fees, fund raisers and private donations.

Who We Are

Dachshund Rescue of North America, Inc. is the first national organization to focus solely on the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of dachshunds and mostly dachshund mixes.

NTEE Code

  • D20 (Animal Protection and Welfare (includes Humane Societies and SPCAs))

Goals and Results


Accomplishments for Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2007

  1. To date approximately 7,000 dachshunds and dachshund mixes have found new homes.
  2. In 2007, DRNA placed 1,000 needy dachshunds and mixes into new loving homes.
  3. As of Dec. 31, 2007, DRNA has done IVDD surgeries on 18 paralyzed dogs. Each surgery costs $2200-$3300. Nearly all have made a full recovery.

Objectives for Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2008

  1. This year we will launch an updated website with additional search features for members and prospective adopters. Ease in searching for a new pet will help us achieve our 20% placement increase goal.
  2. We strive to raise funds to have one year's operating budget in assets so that we can expand the scope of medical treatments that we can obtain, thus saving more lives. A new fund raising chair is in place with creative and aggressive programs to implement.
  3. We continue to expand the geographic areas that are accessible for DRNA placements via expanded transportation volunteers and DRNA members.

Self Assessment

We implemented member self-assessments in 2006. It identified outstanding volunteers as well as targeted member training needs. Some of those needs included: compassion fatigue, dealing with aggressive dogs, homeopathic medicine and supplements for better health and quality of life. Our Annual Meeting 2007 included segments on our new, improved website that will be forthcoming that allows members to self-update many items. We also hosted a guest presenter on canine acupuncture and holistic therapies.

Chief Executive Profile

Jill Blasdel-Cortus has a life-long love of this breed. Since she was 5 years old, she has had at least one dachshund in her life. She participated in 4-H Obedience with her dachshund Rosie, even though dachshunds are not known to be an obedient breed. Ms. Blasdel-Cortus attended St. Cloud State University in St. Cloud, MN graduating cum laude with a BA in psychology. She has worked in various positions in the family business since 1983. This provided a strong background in small business management and industrial processes. After becoming a frequent speaker on Infrared Technologies and Finishing Processes, she sought a new challenge. The popularity of the Internet provided the vision for what would become one of her greatest accomplishments. A dachshund in need was posted on an email list and Ms. Blasdel-Cortus found herself involved in rescue. After caring for some very medically needy dogs, she bonded together fellow independent rescuers to share expenses and average costs amongst all dogs helped in the program. The network could place all dogs for a standard placement fee and bring all dogs to a standard medical level for placement. DRNA has grown at an astonishing rate of at least 20% annually and helped thousands of dachshunds in need. Prior to helping these voiceless creatures, Ms. Blasdel-Cortus was a volunteer for Girl Scouts of the USA. She served as a troop leader, council trainer, association member, and association chair. She was recognized as an Outstanding Volunteer in the Tulip Trace Council of Girl Scouts. Her troop members earned many honors under her leadership. Jill and her husband, Neil Cortus, have six resident dachshunds and they participate in obedience, field trials and earthdog events.

Financial Data

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Revenue and Expenses Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2008

Revenue

Contributions$133,215
Program Services$258,320
Investments$397
Special Events$0
Sales$14,996
Other$2,610
Total Revenue:$409,538

Expenses

Total Expenditures:$319,409

Net Gain/Loss: $90,129

Balance Sheet Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2008

Note: The balance sheet gives a snapshot of the financial health of an organization at a particular point in time. An organization's total assets should generally exceed its total liabilities, or it cannot long survive, but the types of assets and liabilities also must be considered. For instance, an organization's current assets (cash, receivables, securities, etc.) should be sufficient to cover its current liabilities (payables, deferred revenue, current year loan and note payments). Otherwise, the organization may face solvency problems. On the other hand, an organization whose cash and equivalents greatly exceed its current liabilities might not be putting its money to best use.
Assets January 1, 2008December 31, 2008Change
Cash & Equivalent$127,960$218,004$90,044
Land & Buildings$0$0$0
Other$13,683$13,768$85
Total Assets:$141,643$231,772$90,129

LiabilitiesJanuary 1, 2008December 31, 2008Change
Total Liabilities:$0$0$0

Fund Balance:$141,643$231,772$90,129
 

Financial Comments from the Organization

We strive to raise funds to have one year's operating budget in assets so that we can expand the scope of medical treatments that we can obtain, thus saving more lives. A new fund raising chair is in place with creative and aggressive programs to implement.

Basic Information

  • This organization is a 501(c)(3) Public Charity.
  • This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990 or 990-EZ.
  • Financial information in this report is derived from the organization's December 31, 2007 Form 990.
  • Additional narrative information in this report was last supplied by the organization on February 26, 2009.
  • Contributions are deductible, as provided by law.

Executive

Ms.  Jill  Blasdel-Cortus 

Contact

Ms. Jill Blasdel-Cortus, President

Phone

812-5931843

Fax

812-6634968

Email

jill@drna.org

EIN:52-2141978
Year Founded:1999
Ruling Year:2000
Fiscal Year: December 31, 2008
Assets: $231,772
Income: $409,538
No. of Board Members:7
No. of Full-Time Employees:0
No. of Part-Time Employees:0
No. of Volunteers:101 - 500

Funding

This organization is seeking funds from contributions and grants. These funds will be used for unrestricted operating expenses and special projects.

Locations Served

  • National
  • International: Canada, USVI

Board of Directors

  • Dona Show
  • Tom Flynn
  • Karen Chahrouri
  • Jill Blasdel-Cortus
  • Ron Miller
  • Jane M. Lantz
  • Tanya Anderson

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