SOLDIERS BEST FRIEND

EIN: 274665797 501(c)(3) Human Services

PEORIA, AZ

Total Revenue
$1,668,842
Total Expenses
$1,296,399
Total Assets
$5,214,651
Net Assets
$5,179,282
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2011
Legal Domicile
AZ
Principal Officer
MIK MILEM
Phone
6232186486
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

SOLDIERS BEST FRIEND, founded in 2011, is a community nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $1.7M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 22% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $372K, a strong 22% operating margin.

Mission

THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SERVICE/THERAPEUTIC COMPANION DOG TRAINING FOR VETERANS LIVING WITH COMBAT-RELATED POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER OR TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY . OUR PROGRAM IS ARIZONA-BASED, PROVIDING LIFE-CHANGING SERVICES FOR ELIGIBLE VETERANS AND AZ HOMELESS DOGS.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $916,845

In 2024, program services were concentrated on our service/therapeutic companion dog training program. We served 202 veterans during 2024 with 3,376 training hours provided to veteran/dog teams, and...

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In 2024, program services were concentrated on our service/therapeutic companion dog training program. We served 202 veterans during 2024 with 3,376 training hours provided to veteran/dog teams, and graduated a record number 65 veterans from the program. Historically, over half of the dogs in our program are adopted from az shelter/rescue partners with 76 dogs rescued in 2024. Provided at no cost to eligible veterans, each veteran/dog team trains a minimum of 6 months. Providing this life-changing service includes: comprehensive application process, dog adoptions, fostering, professional training & testing, veterinary care, providing equipment/supplies & support to help ensure program completion. As part of our program, we offer mentorship and operation graduate training (OGT) classes. The mentorship program pairs graduates with teams-in-training to help guide them through the program. The OGT classes are provided for graduates who want further training for their dogs. Our program serves as a parallel support plan to each veterans medical treatment & aims to lessen their symptoms of PTSD or TBI. A biennial survey of all graduates was conducted in 2024 to gather data about the programs effectiveness & attest to the significant impact on the lives of graduates & their families. Results include: 94% reported their service/therapeutic companion dog improved their overall quality of life, 89% positive impact on social activities, 71% a positive impact on their relationships with family & others. Of respondents who experienced suicidal thoughts prior to beginning training, 83% reported a reduction in those thoughts.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $1,503,582
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $179,462
Other Revenue $-14,202
TOTAL REVENUE $1,668,842

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $777,975
Fundraising Expenses $88,817
Program Expenses $916,845
Other Expenses $518,424
TOTAL EXPENSES $1,296,399

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $1,668,842 $1,373,077 +0.2%
Expenses $1,296,399 $1,006,100 +0.3%
Net Income $372,443 $366,977 +0.0%
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✗ Grants to Organizations ✗ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✓ Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
10
Independent Members
10
Employees
27
Volunteers
15

Governance Policies

✗ Conflict of Interest Policy
✗ Whistleblower Policy
✗ Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

✗ Operated a School
✗ Operated a Hospital
✗ Provided First Class Travel
✗ Reported Conflict of Interest
✗ Reported Asset Diversion
✗ Excess Benefit Transaction
✗ Made Political Expenditures
✗ Engaged in Lobbying
✗ Operated Donor Advised Fund
✗ Maintained Art Collections
✗ Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
6
$98,385
Total Directors
11
$98,385
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
MIK MILEM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40.00
Officer Director
$95,442 $2,943 $98,385
JOHN G BURNHAM DVM FOUNDERDIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
KELLY FINNELL PAST PRESIDENT 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
MARK DEVINE SECRETARY 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
BRIAN RIVELAND VICE PRESIDENT 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
DAVID RACKHAM TREASURER 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
JULIE WIRTANEN PRESIDENT 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
MATT WELLS DIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
BRANDI LUDTKE DIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
TAD SNIDECOR DIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
SUSAN CRAWFORD DIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 $1,668,842 $1,296,399 $5,214,651 $372,443
2023 $1,373,077 $1,006,100 $4,796,990 $366,977
2022 $1,408,862 $738,498 $4,251,895 $670,364
2021 $1,087,600 $669,726 $3,905,529 $417,874
2020 $1,128,786 $623,904 $3,430,573 $504,882
2019 $942,421 $670,751 $2,802,916 $271,670
2018 $959,058 $561,553 $2,515,012 $397,505
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