DEAFINITELY DOGS

EIN: 471590153 501(c)(3) Human Services

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA

Total Revenue
$336,254
Total Expenses
$319,449
Total Assets
$84,385
Net Assets
$9,485
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2014
Legal Domicile
IA
Principal Officer
SHERRY STEINE ROSS
Phone
3199303647
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

DEAFINITELY DOGS, founded in 2014, is a small nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $336K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Expenses of $319K left a modest 5% surplus.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $134,420

Service Dog Program Deafinitely Dogs excels in matching highly trained service dogs with clients, achieving impressive outcomes including a 100 team retension rate with 67 of our dogs successfully...

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Service Dog Program Deafinitely Dogs excels in matching highly trained service dogs with clients, achieving impressive outcomes including a 100 team retension rate with 67 of our dogs successfully placed in working positions this as is well above the national average and placement costs significantly lower than national standard - we continiue to lead in service dog training and placement. Our primary placements include PTSD Service Dogs, with focus on Combat Veterans, as well as Pyschiatric Service Dogs and Hearing Dogs. At the heart of our program is the human-canine bond we allow each dog to meet and choose their person, ensuring the most effective partnership. 2025 successes included the placement of 10 Service Dogs and 27 Public Recertifications.

Program 2
Expenses: $76,375

FACILITY DOG PROGRAM Deafinitely Dogs has seen a growing demand for Facility Dogs in the mental health field. In response, we have focused our program on placing Facility Dogs with mental health...

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FACILITY DOG PROGRAM Deafinitely Dogs has seen a growing demand for Facility Dogs in the mental health field. In response, we have focused our program on placing Facility Dogs with mental health counselors and therapists who incorporate animal-assisted therapy and services into their practices. With Iowa being ranked as the lowest for mental health, Deafinitely Dogs is helping therapist offer innovative and impactful ways to engage and support their clients, including Veterans. 2025 Professional Facility Dogs were places and six teams successfully recertified.

Program 3
Expenses: $85,540

Super Puppy Raiser Program - Deafinitely Dogs Puppy Raiser program includes individual families and college campus programs. Puppy raisers work closely with Deafinitely Dogs trainers, attending...

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Super Puppy Raiser Program - Deafinitely Dogs Puppy Raiser program includes individual families and college campus programs. Puppy raisers work closely with Deafinitely Dogs trainers, attending classes and preparing the dogs for entry into our Service or Facility Dog Programs for advanced training and eventual placement. We do not us kennels or facilitied to house our dogs instead puppy raisers play an essentail role in our organization, fostering the growth and success of our dogs.

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

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $331,872
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $4,382
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $336,254

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $228,767
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $305,501
Other Expenses $90,682
TOTAL EXPENSES $319,449

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $336,254 $312,328 +0.1%
Expenses $319,449 $282,943 +0.1%
Net Income $16,805 $29,385 -0.4%
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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
7
Independent Members
7
Employees
4
Volunteers
4

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
2
$90,110
Total Directors
6
$180,220
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
SHERRY STEINE ROSS DIRECTOR 040.00
Officer Director
$90,110 $0 $90,110
LORETTE VANOURNY SECRETARY 040.00
Director
$90,110 $0 $90,110
SUE TYRRELL TREASURER 004.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
JANET TEAHEN BOARD MEMBER 004.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
JAN CLEILAND BOARD MEMBER 004.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DIANA RHINE BOARD MEMBER 004.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
ERIN SOTECO PRESIDENT 004.00
Officer
$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 $336,254 $319,449 $84,385 $16,805
2024 $312,328 $282,943 $78,854 $29,385
2023 $252,979 $239,068 $100,181 $13,911
2023 $252,979 $239,068 $100,181 $13,911
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