501(c)3

*sigh*

Ok so there are so many more interesting things to write about. I want to talk all about our current animals, our plans for a new larger place, the animals that are coming this spring, the animals we want to get later on. And I tell you all about all of those.

But for now I just need to discuss where we are today. We are applying to the state of Ohio for education permits to own the various animals we have and are acquiring. We are working on applying for 501(c)3 status with the IRS. We are looking into grants to help fund the purchase of land and animals and materials needed for cages and shelters.

Ok, discuss may not be the right word. More like vent. There is a lot paperwork needed to run an animal sanctuary. And the forms are not always easy. The 501(c)3 application alone is over 30 pages long. And it requires supplemental materials, like budgets, and articles of incorporation, and by-laws, and statements about the board of directors.

We also have to apply for education permits for each of the animals. And we have to renew the permits every 3 years. Then there is the insurance and don't get me started on grant applications.

Don't get me wrong, i actually love the behind the scenes stuff. Before starting this venture, i sat on the board of directors of the columbus gay men's chorus. But i just needed to express all the work that you don't usually see. Thanks for letting me share.