“Giving the fi rst foster puppy up was diffi cult, but once we saw where they were going and their purpose, it has been so gratifying that we have never thought about it like that again.” Cindy, Foster Parent 8/ <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> Annual Report 2007~2008 Dog Guides <strong>of</strong> the Future All Dog Guides begin their lives as foster puppies. Th ese special puppies are bred at <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong>’s breeding facility in Breslau, Ontario. More then 200 foster families participate in the Foster Puppy Program, dedicating their time <strong>to</strong> ra<strong>is</strong>e these dogs for their fi rst year <strong>of</strong> life. Puppies are placed in foster homes at eight weeks <strong>of</strong> age for approximately one year and then retuned for assessment and placement in one <strong>of</strong> the four Dog Guide training programs. Foster families are responsible for housetraining puppies, teaching them how <strong>to</strong> be obedient and socializing them <strong>to</strong> various settings that they might encounter once they become a working Dog Guide. Breeds commonly used must be adaptable, willing <strong>to</strong> work and able <strong>to</strong> cope with any situation they may encounter as a working Dog Guide. Th ey must be <strong>of</strong> a gentle and giving nature yet confi dent enough <strong>to</strong> take on the responsibility <strong>of</strong> their guiding role. Th e dedication <strong>of</strong> foster families <strong>is</strong> what makes the Dog Guide programs possible. <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> <strong>is</strong> extremely grateful <strong>to</strong> all <strong>of</strong> the foster families who give their time <strong>to</strong> ra<strong>is</strong>e these remarkable puppies. Volunteers Th ousands <strong>of</strong> people across the country volunteer their time and talents <strong>to</strong> Dog Guides <strong>Canada</strong>. Th e partnerships created are what allows <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>provide</strong> their <strong>service</strong>s <strong>to</strong> those in need. Hundreds <strong>of</strong> people volunteer their time and expert<strong>is</strong>e each day <strong>to</strong> ass<strong>is</strong>t the <strong>Foundation</strong> in many ways. Dog gone helpful Foster a Future Dog Guide Grooming Dog walking Socializing puppies and dogs in training Out and about Fundra<strong>is</strong>ing events Community presentations Mall d<strong>is</strong>plays School v<strong>is</strong>its Parades Guest speaking Public appearances Behind the scenes Organizing a Purina ® Walk for Dog Guides Data entry and fi ling Cooking for clients Ass<strong>is</strong>ting with classes Maintenance Mailings and stuffi ng Our volunteers work tirelessly as ambassadors <strong>of</strong> our programs. Whether they’re working with puppies or helping out around the <strong>of</strong>fi ce, their generosity <strong>is</strong> an integral part <strong>to</strong> our success. Th ank you <strong>to</strong> all <strong>of</strong> the individuals who give selfl essly <strong>to</strong> support Dog Guides. “Th ank you for giving me the opportunity <strong>to</strong> be with the dogs, I will treasure all the memories and adore all <strong>of</strong> them forever.” Helen, Volunteer <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> Annual Report 2007~2008 /9
Dog Guide Legacy Leaders Below <strong>is</strong> a l<strong>is</strong>ting <strong>of</strong> some <strong>of</strong> our donors who have made a commitment <strong>to</strong> support <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> with a planned gift . Anaka, Jennifer Beatty, Nancy Bryson, Sandra Burns, Janet Campbell, Carol Colegrove, Lou<strong>is</strong>e Chadwick, Elsie Cummins, Gladys Brown, Bill & Lynda Goodall, Beryl Hand<strong>is</strong>yde, Nancy Holmes, Keith & Joan Hyde, Dor<strong>is</strong> Kendal, Harold & Gladys Kirby, Tom & Doreen Lackner, Donilda MacDonald, Stewart Mann, Maggie Marwick, Lola McGowan, Donald Middle<strong>to</strong>n, Eva New<strong>to</strong>n, Eileen Pretli, George Platt, David Querengesser, Donna Shelley, Allan Small, Betty Snow, James & Barbara Ward, Russell & Shirley Wathen, Pamela 10/ <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> Annual Report 2007~2008 Dog Guide Legacy Th e Dog Guide Legacy program <strong>is</strong> <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong>’s planned giving program that <strong>provide</strong>s an opportunity for donors <strong>to</strong> designate a gift that will fund the training <strong>of</strong> future Dog Guides. Th ere are many diff erent ways <strong>to</strong> make a planned gift , and most importantly planned gift s can be tailored <strong>to</strong> your personal and fi nancial circumstances. Gift s in the form <strong>of</strong> a bequest, life insurance, annuity, cash or securities are accepted. Gift s can be directed <strong>to</strong> a specifi c Dog Guide program or <strong>to</strong> the area with the greatest need. Th e Dog Guide Legacy program includes the Dog Guide Endowment and named endowment funds. A gift <strong>to</strong> the Dog Guide Endowment Fund ensures that the Dog Guide training programs have a continuous and secure source <strong>of</strong> funding as only the interest earned on the fund <strong>is</strong> spent, leaving the capital intact. Some donors establ<strong>is</strong>h a personal endowment or trust fund <strong>to</strong> honour or remember a loved one. Others create a permanent legacy <strong>of</strong> their own. Regardless <strong>of</strong> their motivation or inspiration, we appreciate their generosity. Ward & Shirley Russell Sylvia Howard <strong>of</strong> Minden, Ontario, was a long time supporter <strong>of</strong> Canine V<strong>is</strong>ion <strong>Canada</strong> and its sponsorship program. Sylvia was very impressed with the Dog Guides <strong>provide</strong>d <strong>to</strong> people who are blind and v<strong>is</strong>ually impaired. Upon her death in 1995, she made a prov<strong>is</strong>ion <strong>to</strong> continue her support with the ass<strong>is</strong>tance <strong>of</strong> her nephew, Ward Russell <strong>of</strong> Burling<strong>to</strong>n, Ontario. “Aunt Sylvia was especially proud <strong>of</strong> the diff erence she was making in the lives <strong>of</strong> people with v<strong>is</strong>ual d<strong>is</strong>abilities,” says Ward. “She made it very clear that she wanted th<strong>is</strong> support <strong>to</strong> continue well in<strong>to</strong> the future.” Ward was entrusted with $100,000 <strong>to</strong> be invested <strong>to</strong> <strong>provide</strong> an annual sponsorship for a Canine V<strong>is</strong>ion <strong>Canada</strong> Dog Guide. Aft er reviewing several options with h<strong>is</strong> fi nancial adv<strong>is</strong>or, Ward decided <strong>to</strong> purchase an annuity that <strong>provide</strong>s approximately $10,000 each July. Th <strong>is</strong> contribution <strong>is</strong> re-invested until the end <strong>of</strong> each year. Ward admits that he acquired the annuity at the right time when rates were at their highest. “We feel that we should get the most we can from our investment.” Since 1995, Ward and h<strong>is</strong> wife Shirley have sponsored a <strong>to</strong>tal <strong>of</strong> 12 Dog Guide teams. A prov<strong>is</strong>ion has also been made that upon Ward’s death the proceeds <strong>of</strong> h<strong>is</strong> life insurance will go <strong>to</strong> Shirley for re-investment with proceeds <strong>to</strong> Canine V<strong>is</strong>ion <strong>Canada</strong>. As an extra bonus Ward and Shirley receive a $6,000 tax receipt from <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> each year! Th e extra tax savings help Ward and Shirley <strong>provide</strong> the little extras <strong>to</strong> their grandchildren, such as music lessons. Financial Highlights Consolidated Statements <strong>of</strong> Operations and Net Assets General Restricted Total Dog Guide Endowment Stevenson Fellowship Year Ended June 30 2008 2008 2008 2008 2007 Revenues Donations $ 4,266,556 $ 8,845 $ 123,427 $ 4,398,828 $ 1,948,773 Purina ® Walk for Dog Guides 632,615 632,615 723,340 Life Memberships 43,195 43,195 64,765 Fellowships 17,095 17,095 13,000 Grants 40,796 40,796 140,300 Investment Income (Loss) (66,554) (4,319) (24,127) (95,000) 445,267 Other Income 119,129 119,129 90,855 Events 426,071 426,071 424,592 Gift Shop 8,776 8,776 14,116 Consolidated Statement <strong>of</strong> Financial Position Financial Statements have been audited by Charles Havill, Chartered Accountant and are available at www.dogguides.com or upon request. 5,487,679 4,526 99,300 5,591,505 3,865,008 Expenditures Admin<strong>is</strong>tration 344,231 344,231 350,512 Depreciation 254,125 254,125 273,508 General 270,171 9,324 279,495 246,568 Fundra<strong>is</strong>ing 694,041 694,041 613,711 Marketing 274,068 274,068 269,853 Property Program Costs: 417,967 417,967 323,884 Assessment and Follow-Up 44,719 44,719 52,462 General 55,603 55,603 76,410 Salaries and Benefi ts 1,050,355 1,050,355 964,863 Student 160,786 160,786 145,395 Veterinary 149,809 149,809 156,297 3,715,875 9,324 3,725,199 3,473,463 Excess <strong>of</strong> Revenues Over Expenditures 1,771,804 4,526 89,976 1,866,306 391,545 Net Assets, Beginning <strong>of</strong> Year 5,606,244 471,624 1,773,039 7,850,907 7,459,362 Interfund Transfer (2,076,739) 2,076,739 Net Assets, End <strong>of</strong> Year $ 5,301,309 $ 2,552,889 $ 1,863,015 $ 9,717,213 $ 7,850,907 General Restricted Total Dog Guide Endowment Stevenson Fellowship As at June 30 Assets 2008 2008 2008 2008 2007 Current - Cash and Short-Term Investments $ 240,689 $ 420 $ 241,109 $ 133,791 Current - Other 107,514 8,583 116,097 190,558 348,203 9,003 357,206 324,349 Long-Term Investments 920,363 $ 2,562,669 1,854,012 5,337,044 3,357,494 Capital Assets 4,311,955 4,311,955 4,483,047 $ 5,580,521 $ 2,562,669 $ 1,863,015 $ 10,006,205 $ 8,164,890 Liabilities Current - Other $ 274,924 $ 9,780 $ 284,704 $ 299,404 Long-Term Debt 4,288 4,288 14,579 279,212 9,780 288,992 313,983 Net Assets Invested in Capital Assets 4,311,955 4,311,955 4,458,177 Internally Restricted 2,552,889 $ 1,863,015 4,415,904 2,244,663 Unrestricted 989,354 989,354 1,148,067 5,301,309 2,552,889 1,863,015 9,717,213 7,850,907 $ 5,580,521 $ 2,562,669 $ 1,863,015 $ 10,006,205 $ 8,164,890 <strong>Lions</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> Annual Report 2007~2008 /11
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