Handi-Dogs,
Inc.
An
Assistance
Dog Training Organization
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Our
Programs:
Training
Presentation
Volunteer
Newsletter
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late founder of the organization
HISTORY:
Handi-Dogs, Inc., one of the oldest assistance dog training programs in the country, was founded as a pilot program in Tucson, Arizona, in 1973, to teach people with disabilities how to train their own dogs to become assistance dogs. The organization was incorporated in 1977.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Carol Ritter, Chair
Carol Levine, Vice Chair
Patrick Fenoughty, Secretary
Georgia Hale, Treasurer
Jane Klipp, Board Member
Angela Cordero, Board Member
Ron Bornstein, Board Member
Lee Moss, M.D., Board Member
Kay Smith , Board Member
Kathy Alexander, Board Member
STAFF:
Joanne Mauger, President/CEO
Phyllis Allen, Program Director
Barbara Wilson, Program Assistant
Dawn Peetz, Administrative Assistant
Laura Coursey, Special Projects Coordinator
Cathy Miller, Volunteer Coordinator
FUNDING:
Handi-Dogs, Inc., is a non profit community service organization. We receive donations from individuals, corporations, social and civic groups to support our programs. We also receive support from foundations, local government, and community-based grant making organizations.
The generosity of our many supporters allows us to cover most of the assistance dog training costs, allowing us to offer classes for a nominal fee. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.
Handi-Dogs Inc., appreciates your support!
Tax deductible donations may be made in the form of
Annual Membership $35.00
Limited Income Annual Membership $5.00
Planned Giving Programs
Corporate Sponsorships of Service Dog Teams in training
Bequests and memorials
Gifts in kind
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