HomeMy WebLinkAboutSpay Neuter Grant ProgramTO: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
FROM: DAVE INBODY
SUBJECT: FY 2011 SPRAY AND NEUTER GRANTS
DATE: 10/28/2010
CC: DAVE KANNER, ERIK KROPP
Background
Beginning in November 2007, the Deschutes County Dog License and Pet ID Application provided for
licensees to contribute additional funds to spay and neuter programs in Deschutes County. These funds are
offered in the form of grants to non-profit organizations in Deschutes County offering spay and neuter
services. In November 2008, the first spay and neuter grants were awarded to the Bend Spay and Neuter
Project and the Humane Society of Redmond totaling $4,000. These grants were funded by $2,000 from
licensee contributions and a $2,000 match from the Board of Commissioners through the Video Lottery
Fund. Applications were reviewed by two members of the Dog Board, Judith Parker and Laurel Pierson,
and Dave Inbody, Assistant to the County Administrator. In 2009, a total of $5,000 was awarded consisting
of $2,500 from licensee contributions and a $2,500 match from the Board of Commissioners.
Funding Objectives
This grant has the following three primary objectives:
1. Expand spay and neuter services in Deschutes County in an effort to reduce the number of
unwanted dogs and cats in the county
2. Provide promotion or education associated with spay and neutering services
3. Outreach to provide services for those who would not otherwise undertake the procedures due to
financial constraints or physical limitations.
Eligibility for Grants
Requirements for applicants to the community grant program:
• The applicant must be a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
• The organization must be located in Deschutes County.
• The proceeds from the grant must be utilized in support of Deschutes County residents.
• All proceeds must be used for expenses associated with direct spay and neuter services or spay and
neuter education or promotion.
FY 2011 Grants
This year contributions from dog licensees and pet ID applicants totaled $2,397.60. It is requested, similar
to previous years, that the Board of Commissioners provide additional funding in support of this grant. A
grant of $2,602.40 is requested which would create a total amount for spay and neuter grants of $5,000.
The criteria for selection will be the following:
1. Stability and solvency of the organization
2. Ability of funds to provide leverage for receipt of additional funding
3. Program connection to grant funding objectives
A press release will be used distributed soliciting grant applications. This release will also appear on the
website. Additionally, letters of notification will be sent to last year’s recipients, as well as the Humane
Society of Central Oregon and all known veterinarian clinics and hospitals in Deschutes County.