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How do I re-home them?

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You can list them on a website such as PetFinder, but remember to list accurate information. Social media is also a good place for finding a home.

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I own an organization as an 8-year-old with 1 adult staff and 9 kids. I need help becoming a known organization, what do you suggest?

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I suggest advertising on the internet. You could make a webpage, or use Google Ads. If you're advertising on other websites, I suggest Freerice.com, because the advertisements there pay for rice given to people in need. Also, people that go on that site are usually nice and would be more likely to adopt an animal. I love the idea of starting a nonprofit animal rescue, and I hope your organization is able to help animals in need.

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How can I get people to donate money to take care of rescue cats?

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Get creative. Make posters and create a website, and tell other people what you're doing, what your goals are and why you think it is important to do that. Get involved in your community with fundraisers, and make yourself available to others who work with animals, such as local shelters, veterinarians and pet stores. Create working relationships with those organizations so you can help each other out.

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I'm looking into starting up a non-profit horse rescue. I am looking into land; is it normal to live on the property?

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Yes, it's even preferable so you'll be on hand to handle any emergency situations that crop up.

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Where can a rescue get funds for staff?

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Try starting online funding systems on websites like fundly.com.

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As a kid I can volunteer at animal shelters?

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Yes, you may be able to volunteer as long as an adult is present. That's a great way to give back to your community and get started in the animal rescue world!

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How much would it cost to run a non-profit rodent rescue?

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It depends on the rodent. Keep in mind that you will be covering the expenses of feeding, housing, and medical care. Small rodents that require less work might lead to a cheaper overall cost. However, if you plan on housing several varieties of rodents, I would assume the highest price, which would likely be several thousand dollars a month.

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How much does it cost to start a dog shelter from scratch?

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This is a hard question to answer. You have to take a lot of things into account. You need to start out with a place -- and you'll need a permit from your county/town/city. Then you need to look at cages and food and things like that. It adds up quickly.

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How do I start helping animals as a kid?

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You can go to your local shelter with a parent and volunteer with them or, when you're 16, volunteer by yourself. If you don't have time for that, you could have a fundraiser for your local shelter, maybe a bake sale to help the shelter buy supplies. Or you could ask to set up a jar in each class to collect money.

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How can I find somewhere to put my shelter if I'm a kid?

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If you're a kid, you'll need LOTS of help from adults to create a shelter, starting with picking a location! Ask your mom and dad to help you brainstorm some ideas for the perfect shelter spot.

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If im a kid starting my own rescue, how can I get people to take me seriously?

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Try handing out fliers. Tell people how serious you are about this, what your intentions are and how they can help. Maybe your parents can help.

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Do the same things apply if the animals I want to have are more uncommon?

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Yes, these same steps should apply.

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Is there any special financing available to rescues? I need to start this from scratch and have no funding available, only desire.

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If possible, start a Go Fund Me. It is a donation website, and many people would love to help you to help animals.

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Is it possible to have it in different places?

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Once you establish one strong business you can add more locations in other towns, cities, states, etc. This will require more of a financial investment on your part, obviously.

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Can I open an animal shelter of my own as a kid?

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It's possible, but very unlikely. Opening an animal shelter can be a very complicated, expensive, and time-consuming process. At the very least you would need several adults involved to help you.

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What legal actions do I have to take to start an animal rescue at 16?

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You must be 18 in order to start your own business.

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I want to start rescuing cats and set up a cat rescue. Where do I find the cats that need help?

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Have a look in your local animal shelter. Elderly cats are often over-looked by others, and at kill shelters, they're the first to be euthanized. You could give these cats a second chance!

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If you think a non-profit is not functioning legally what can be done?

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If in the USA, you could contact your State's Attorney General's Office for direction on this.

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