Donor FAQs
Yes! We value transparency and make our most recent 990s and Annual Reports available on our website so donors and the community can see the impact we’re making year after year. Putnam Service Dogs is also evaluated by the BBB using their 20 rigorous standards for accountability and transparency.
Yes! We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with charitable status. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
No. We do not sell or share donor information with any outside organizations. Your privacy and trust are important to us. See our Privacy Policy for more details.
Your support goes directly to rescuing and training service dogs, and helping people with disabilities and veterans gain independence. Sign up for updates via email to receive success stories, program updates, and invitations to events. No matter the size of your gift, it has a real and lasting effect.
We keep our team lean and focus our resources on the work that matters most: rescuing, raising, and training service dogs. We are proud to maintain high ratings for transparency and impact from Charity Navigator, BBB, and Candid.
Absolutely! Many donors choose to give in honor of a loved one or in memory of a cherished pet or family member. You can specify this when donating, and we’ll provide a personalized acknowledgment.
Joining our monthly giving program is easy online. Recurring gifts, no matter the amount, provide steady support for the care, training, and placement of our service dogs. You can modify or cancel your recurring gift at any time.
Yes! In addition to traditional donations, you can support our mission through matching gifts, Amazon Smile™, Chewy purchases, donating a vehicle, hosting a birthday fundraiser, or naming a future service dog. Every gift helps lift up two lives—a dog and a person.
Yes! Our Corporate Sponsorship Program allows companies to partner with purpose. Sponsors gain visibility, build community goodwill, and directly support individuals with disabilities and the dogs who serve them.
You can include Putnam Service Dogs in your estate plans or recommend a grant from a donor-advised fund. Planned giving allows you to make a meaningful, long-term difference for generations to come.