Last Chance Rescue Mission Statement
Last Chance Rescue is an intervention group which stands between an animal’s life and death. Our mission is to promote shelter adoptions, to educate on the benefits of spaying and neutering, to increase public awareness to the plight and the numbers of stray and unwanted animals and to promote responsible pet ownership. In doing so, we hope to provide every one of our animals with a loving home and every loving home with one of our animals. Last Chance Rescue promises to make every effort to place unwanted, neglected and homeless animals. We promise to give them a safe place to sleep, a wholesome meal, a loving touch and hopefully a last chance at a family. Through dedication, perseverance and commitment, we will defend and protect the lives of those that cannot speak for themselves, for we are their Last Chance.
Last Chance Rescue General Information
Board of Directors 2008-2009
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President |
Brenda Carney |
| Vice President | Sue Coleman |
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Treasurer |
Lorena Lara |
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Secretary |
Melinda Rappe |
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Board Member |
Lee Rowell |
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Board Member |
Janet Johnson |
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Board Member |
Sue Coleman |
| Board Member | Julie Gatheral |
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Board Member |
Emily Garcia |
| Board Member | Beryl Hackman |
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Board Member |
Colleen Hackman |
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Board Member |
Pam Kucera |
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Last Chance Rescue, Inc., is an IRS designated 501(C)(3)non-profit organization. Contributions to LCR are TAX DEDUCTIBLE under Section 107 of the Internal Revenue Code. Our current Public Charity Status is: 170 (b) (1) (A) (vi) |
Last Chance Rescue is a not for profit public charity located in San Patricio County Texas
501(c)3 date on record is 1-6-2007
Public Charity Status 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
We are incorporated in the State of Texas (2-17-2005) File #80045615
For obtain copies of any records please write to:
Last Chance Rescue
P.O. Box 1226
Gregory, TX 78359
Please allow 4 weeks for processing.
What does being a 501c3, tax-exempt organization mean?
The term "tax-exempt," when used in reference to nonprofit organizations, generally refers to the net profits (proceeds over and above expenses) of an organization being exempt from federal and/or state income tax. While a nonprofit organization can be established by incorporating, the entity is not automatically tax-exempt upon creation with the state. Tax-exemption can usually be achieved only through applying for and receiving Internal Revenue Service (IRS) approval.
Is there more than one category of tax-exempt organization?
Yes. The one most familiar (and addressed in subsequent questions below) is the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501(c)(3) public charity or private foundation, which is established for purposes that are religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering of national or international amateur sports, or prevention of cruelty to animals and children. There are also IRC Section 501(c)(4) through 501(c)(27) organizations that are considered tax-exempt, but not charitable. Examples include trade associations, social clubs and certain advocacy organizations involved in substantial political lobbying activity.
What benefit does being 501c3 offer my nonprofit and its contributors?
One of the primary benefits of being considered tax-exempt under IRC Section 501(c)(3) is the ability to accept contributions and donations that are tax-deductible to the donor. Additional benefits include, but are not limited to:
Exemption from federal and/or state corporate income taxes
Possible exemption from state sales and property taxes (varies by state)
Ability to apply for grants and other public or private allocations available only to IRS-recognized, 501(c)(3) organizations
Potentially higher thresholds before incurring federal and/or state unemployment tax liabilities
The public legitimacy of IRS recognition
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