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Improved animal protection through system reform

We believe animal neglect and cruelty are cultural problems (i.e., beliefs and behaviors by individuals) and institutional problems (i.e., outdated systems and processes governing animals at state and local levels).

Our mission: To protect animals and prevent cruelty through constructive and sustainable reforms of the Minnesota criminal and civil justice systems.

 

Core to this mission is system reform — to assess what is needed systemically to improve the enforcement of animal law and prevention of animal cruelty in Minnesota.

 

To achieve the above, Animal Folks focuses on five core programs:

• Animal Cruelty Research

We collect data on animal cruelty issues and cases, and define problems associated with animal neglect and cruelty in Minnesota.  

• Civil and Criminal Justice Program

We file civil and criminal (cruelty) complaints and build relationships with local and state authorities throughout Minnesota.

• Animal Law Resources

We develop training programs, processes, forms and other resources for use by authorities in the investigation and enforcement of animal law.

• Legislative Action

We write and support state and local laws that provide humane treatment of animals. Includes lobbying and advocacy. 

• Outreach and Education

We provide information and education about animal cruelty and actions through websites, literature, and booths at events.

 

Annual Reports

Click on links to read each annual report. Link to 990s posted below.

2022 Animal Folks Annual Report.

For the AF 990 FY2022, click here.

2021 Animal Folks Annual Report.

For the AF 990 FY2021, click here.

2020 Animal Folks Annual Report.

For the AF 990, FY2020, click here.

2019 Animal Folks Annual Report.

For the AF 990, FY2019, click here.

2018 Animal Folks Annual Report.

Expenses by major programs:

Program: $103,004.

Animal Cruelty Research $33,649

Criminal and Civil Justice $8,240

Animal Law Resources $43,261

Legislative Action $7,554

Outreach & Education $10,300

Management: $17,056.

Fundraising: $15,361.

For the AF 990, FY2018, click here.

2017 Animal Folks Annual Report.

Expenses by major programs:

Program: $128,493.

Animal Cruelty Research $66,833

Criminal and Civil Justice $1,052

Animal Law Resources $39,156

Legislative Action $12,284

Outreach & Education $9,168

Management: $13,643.

Fundraising: $25,770.

For the AF 990, FY2017, click here.

 

2016 Animal Folks Annual Report.

Expenses by major programs:

Program: $128,372.

Management: $14,383.

Fundraising: $15,439.

2015 Animal Folks Annual Report.

 

 

Statement of Nonviolence

Animal Folks believes animals deserve to live a quality life void of cruelty and suffering at the hands of humans. We believe violence toward animals is a serious crime and must be confronted legally, institutionally, and culturally. These types of crimes are difficult to see or read about and often provoke strong emotions and reactions. While we understand these reactions and frustrations, Animal Folks does not encourage or condone violence as a response. We denounce violence—exempified by personal attacks, threats, degrading or hateful language, physical assaults, or destruction of property—in all forms, and believe hostility against humans can undermine efforts to create compassion and understanding for animals. We believe peaceful and respectful actions through education, advocacy, and dialogue are the best methods to achieve our mission. Animal Folks will speak fearlessly and with conviction to protect animals, and we reject violence against all animals—human and non-human.

 

Animal Folks (AF) is a 501c3 animal protection organization. Donations are tax-deductible.

 

 

 
         

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