Together, we are making sure they HOME ALL journey A Journey There is no doubt that our theme this year was 2020 has been a year of significant change at The Bangor Bangor, Maine 04401 693 Mount Hope Ave. ‘overcoming challenges’. From construction to Humane Society. We saw the successful conclusion of our Capital quarantine, our staff, our dedicated volunteers, and Campaign and the completion of the much-needed renovations to Home you, our loyal and generous donors, tenaciously to our building. For years to come, these changes will benefit the adapted to an ever-shifting landscape. thousands of animals that pass through our doors looking for their In the face of these changes, we lived and forever homes. breathed our mission to champion humane treatment and adoption A phrase that has been used a lot in the past 9 months is “We are of companion animals. Together, and during a time defined by the all in this together”. This feeling has been one that I have always importance of home, we improved outcomes, finding homes for 98% felt as a supporter of the Bangor Humane Society. Everything we of that came through our doors; prioritizing specialized care; and go through, we go through with the help of the offering programming to help our friends and neighbors keep their communities we serve. Donors, volunteers, and beloved pets where they belong--with family. staff work together to make sure that our mission When I think of the dedication and flexibility put forth by our of helping all animals can be carried out. I am extraordinary team and our faithful community during these times, truly thankful for your continued support. I am overwhelmed with gratitude. May you all stay safe and healthy, Thank you and be well, Buddy Angst, Board President Suzan Prendergast, Executive Director BHS Board of Directors, FY20 BHS Staff President Members Executive Director Bookkeeper Buddy Angst Patricia Bixel Suzan Prendergast Erika Baker Vice President Earl Black Director of Development Adoption Counselors Susan Reisman John D. Bunker Kathryn Ravenscraft Alicia R., Emily, Kelsea, Treasurer Meaghan Duffey FY20 Annual Shelter Opporations Manager Paige, Mallory, Jessica, Lily Bob Williams Kim Jenkins Chris Young Animal Care Technicians Secretary John Kenney Volunteer and Community Stacey, Tala, Lexi, Alicia H., Olivia, Katherine Simoncic Russ Maynard Report Outreach Coordinator Jade, Autumn, Logan, Katrina, Past President Justin Payson Chelsea Brown Britney Lani Naihe Jeff Russell Animal Care Coordinator Veterinary Technician DVM Sam Carruth Allen Batchelder, LVT Christopher Barry P P P Brookings-Smith P Jane and Scott Folsom P Bob & Jen Montgomery-Rice Golden Paw Society P Here’s how YOU can KEEP HELPING to Mark Brown and Tavi Brown P Forest Avenue Congregational Church P Morgan Stanley Foundation Caring for animals is a round-the-clock job, requiring the PP William Clapp Bullock Jr. Family Foundation P Renee and Rick Fournier P Lani K. Naihe save animal lives dedication of many. Our Golden Paw Society recognizes those P John and Ruth Bunker PP Jim and Cathy Gero P Nancy O. Egery Fund donors who have invested $1,000 or more in the annual operation P Alfred and Esther Bushway PP Angela C. Gilladoga MD P Deb Neuman of Bangor Humane Society, demonstrating their commitment to P Sponsor a Kennel: Sponsor a kennel, a dog kennel, or both! Ernest and Dianne Capen P Harold and Joyce Gordon PP Cheryl Noyes saving animal lives. P Tiles for Tomorrow: Your dedicated tile will be permanently Carl E. Danforth Trust P Timothy Griffin and Susan LazorP Matthew and Amy Nye P mounted in the halls of BHS. P P Adrienne and David Carmack P Matthew Gross P Kara and Jeff O’Sullivan Capital Campaign P Tribute Gifts: Memorialize or honor your pets or loved ones with Susan CheffP The Harnum Family P George Payne and Kimberly Kauffman This year, our work intensified as we managed the challenges P a gift in their name. Robin and David Climo P Orville and Julie Hartford P James Peary and Jean Farrington of the construction that would convert our shelter to a state of P Matching Gifts: Find out if your company will match your gift to James Cohen P Barbara Hildreth P Penobscot Veterinary Hospital the art facility. These spectacular upgrades would not have been P grow your impact. John, Mary, Rizzo, and Riley Cole P Constance and Ruel Holden P Suzan Prendergast possible without those donors who so generously supported our P Stock Gifts: Save animal lives AND enjoy a deduction for the full Cross Insurance P Hollywood Casino P Quirk Subaru of Bangor Capital Campaign with a gift of $1,000 or more. P fair market value of your stock! Darling’s P Dunnett Inc P Debra A. Reilly MD P Social Media: Create a fundraiser on Facebook and funds will be With deep gratitude to the individuals, organizations, James Daughtry P Joan C. Pederson Fund P Susan Reisman P paid directly to BHS! and foundations that keep our work moving forward. Joan Decato PP Katahdin Trust PP Rideout’s Market P Green Acres Kennel Shop P Kindred Spirits Veterinary Clinic PP Jeffrey Russell P P How to Give Hannah and William Allen PP David Donchecz P Lin Larochelle Sandollar Spa & Pool P P Online: www.bangorhumane.org/donate Hollis Allen P Betty and Jack Donovan P Laura J Niles Foundation Patricia and Art Shaw P P By phone: Contact Kathryn Ravenscraft, Director of Cathy Anderson P Doree Taylor Charitable Foundation PP Jeffrey and Tina Leclerc Subaru of New England P P Development at (207) 942-8902 ext. 103 Buddy and Risa Angst P Downeast Toyota P Charles Lever The Michele & Agnese Cestone Foundation P P By mail or in person: ASPCA P Meaghan Duffey P Loretta Logan and Richard Bissell III Ms. Carol Trask and Mr. Forrest Proctor P P Bangor Humane Society Sue and Bill Baker P Deborah Dyer P Michael and Gale Longo C. Elizabeth Trefts MD P P 693 Mt. Hope Ave. Bangor Savings Bank P G. Clifton and Catherine Eames P Mary Jane Low Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program P P Bangor, ME 04401 Bangor Savings Bank Foundation P Eaton Peabody Foundation P Lynch Logisitics Inc Tim and Lori Varney P PP Edward Mayo Bayard Trust P Dana Edwards and Leslie Edwards P Stanley and Marie MacMillan Veazie Veterinary Clinic P P Joseph Benoit P Elmina B. Sewall Foundation PP Maine Community Foundation Mary Voisine P P Please consider leaving a legacy of caring for animals by including John A. Benson, DVM and Jean Benson, MD P Emily and Judson McIntosh PP Mason’s Brewing Company, LLC Richard J. Warren P P BHS in your estate planning. For more information on planned BerryDunn P Amy Faircloth in memory of Dean Lewis P Russ Maynard Sutherland – Weston P P giving, please contact Executive Director Suzan Prendergast at Patricia and Eric Bixel P Holly and James Fernald P McCOY TRANSPORT INC Tori Weston, Housecall Vet P PP [email protected] or by calling Earl Black and Anna Pena P Fifth Generation Inc. P Means Investment Co, Inc Bob Williams P (207) 942-8902 ext. 105. Lynn and Ray Bolduc P First National Bank P Suzanne Moffatt A Journey to Home: Quinn’s Story Impact by the Numbers Quinn, a beautiful Tortoiseshell cat, or “Tortie”, is the picture -fect example of a rescue success story. Though you will see that Quinn was returned to the shelter before finding the right fit, we want to point Total Income: $1,337,777 Unrestricted out that this is ok! Any roadblock to a living its best life is one we are here to help overcome. Whether the challenge is finances, personality conflicts with people or with other pets in the home, or just a lack Contributions of time for an animal, we would rather they remain with us for safekeeping until the right match can be made. We will happily care for them until they can start caring for you. Restricted Contributions November 26, 2019 With her new owner unable Paws on Parade to absorb the medical costs of diagnosis and In-Kind Donations treatment, Quinn is returned to the shelter. This Baby Quinn! is not an easy decision. Capital Campaign Net Income for Investments (-) November 27, 2019 X-Rays of Quinn’s leg are ordered. This is the first of many expenses absorbed by BHS to facilitate Quinn’s care. December 5, 2019 A partner veterinarian recommends surgical correction of Quinn’s cruciate Total Expenses: $1,349,977 ligament. Uncorrected, she will have limited mobility and a high chance of pain. January 13, 2020 Quinn has surgery to correct the cruciate ligament and returns to the shelter to Programs July 21, 2019 Quinn is one of six October 28, 2019 Quinn is adopted. She October 19, 2019 12-week old Quinn recover. born to an abandoned mama cat. They are is a feisty, lovable and while her new Fundraising rescued by a good samaritan and immediately arrives at BHS to await her fur- owner is smitten, she notices that Quinn’s placed in foster care until they are old enough ever home. She is examined by a vet, right rear leg is swelling and the young cat Administration to be weaned and transported to our shelter. checked for parasites, given standard has developed a limp. vaccinations, and spayed. March 17, 2020 Recovered from surgery, but not quite ready for a new home, Quinn goes into foster care to speed her healing and gain valuable social skills.

Volunteer Statistics Volunteer Quinn in a staff member’s Hours office, dreaming about home. Active 1,672 Volunteers September 9, 2020 She returns to a familiar foster family to complete her recovery. 56 Volunteer Service Value $42,368.73 Active Foster Families 34

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October 2, 2020 Quinn is adopted! Her 1,224 Spay/neuter surgeries on-site June 17, 2020 Quinn’s limp remains and September 3, 2020 Quinn undergoes a journey to her forever home is complete, and $56,715 Distributed Value of spay/neuter vouchers for concerns grow about the possibility of lifelong successful surgery to remove the leg and her her adventures as a tri-pod cat have only just debilitating pain in her leg. It is determined road to healing begins. low-income individuals and families that Quinn’s best chance of a pain-free life is $139,459 In-house medical care amputating the leg. Quinn waits briefly at the begun! (vaccinations, spay/neuter, labwork, treatments) shelter for her surgery date to arrive. $112,915 Extraordinary Medical Care Heart (orthopedic, oral surgery, medical emergencies) 4,250 Vaccinations given Thank you for being part of Quinn’s success! (includes , bordetella, and distemper) Please donate today and help with even more “Happy Tails”!