Animal Rescue Fund

What Animal Rescue Fund does

Animal Rescue Fund, Inc. (ARF) is a privately-funded 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal shelter incorporated in Ohio in February 1980 and headquartered on a 17-acre property known as "The Farm" at 85 Lucy Run Road, Amelia, Ohio. The organization rescues, shelters, vets, and rehomes homeless puppies, kittens, cats, and dogs; operates spay/neuter assistance and feral cat TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) programs; provides sanctuary for non-adoptable animals including horses, goats, and deer; and offers community education and assistance to underprivileged residents of Clermont County and surrounding counties. In 2025, ARF placed 726 animals (353 felines, 373 canines) and reached a cumulative milestone of 5,000 pet adoptions listed on PetFinder in October 2025. Distribution is primarily physical — the main shelter (open Tue–Sat, 11am–4pm), a satellite adoption center at PetsMart Eastgate in Cincinnati, phone-based inquiry handling, and online listings on PetFinder and the organization's own website.

The underlying technology footprint is minimal: ARF runs a standard WordPress website with PayPal-integrated donation processing, and uses Facebook and an email newsletter for community engagement. There is no proprietary software platform, no APIs, and no digital product offering. Revenue mechanics are diversified across one-time adoption fees, per-animal sponsorship payments ($300 dog / $125 cat), weekly bingo admissions ($30 per person, Thursday through Saturday at 1783 East Ohio Pike), tax-deductible individual donations via PayPal or mailed check, memorial/honor donations, an Amazon Wish List for in-kind supplies, and a Kroger Community Rewards affiliate program (HPO# 22151). Annual fundraising events include a Cornhole Tournament (raising $2,600 in its inaugural October 2025 event) and a Basket Auction supported by local business sponsors. The go-to-market motion is grassroots and community-led, anchored by a volunteer-driven foster and transport network, a board of directors (President Peggy Lyle, Treasurer Mariana Sarvis), and partnerships with local businesses and other rescue organizations.

Name

Animal Rescue Fund

Legal name

Animal Rescue Fund, Inc.

Website

https://animalrescuefundamelia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Animal Rescue Fund is a 501(c)(3) no-kill animal shelter in Amelia, Ohio, operating since 1980 on a 17-acre facility, rescuing and adopting out homeless cats and dogs while running spay/neuter, feral cat, and community assistance programs for Clermont County residents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Rescue & Shelter Services

NAICS

Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services (81291)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Animal Shelters & Adoption Services (BPAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Foster & Volunteer Network Programs (BPAGAIAF), Spay/Neuter & Population Control Programs (BPAGAIAE), Education & Community Outreach (Responsible Pet Ownership) (BPAGAIAK)

Keywords

• Animal rescue services
• No-kill shelter
• Pet adoption services
• Spay and neuter programs
• Animal welfare nonprofit

Headquarters

HQ city

Amelia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: ARF receives tax-deductible cash donations from individuals, which may be mailed to their P.O. Box or submitted via PayPal. The organization also accepts memorial donations and honor donations in recognition of people or pets, sending personalized cards to designated recipients.
2. Pet Adoptions: Revenue generated from pet adoption fees. ARF charges adoption fees for cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies, though specific fee amounts are not publicly disclosed on the website.
3. Bingo Events: ARF operates bingo games on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at its facility located at 1783 East Ohio Pike, Amelia, Ohio 45102. All-you-can-play admission is $30, with doors opening at 5:30 PM and games starting at 7:00 PM. Players must be 18 years or older.
4. Animal Sponsorship: Community members can sponsor a cat or dog by making a donation to cover the cost of spay/neuter, vaccination, wellness vet visits, and basic medical care. Sponsorship costs are $300 for a dog and $125 for a cat. Sponsors receive a tax-deductible receipt along with a picture and background on the animal helped.
5. Kroger Community Rewards: ARF participates in the Kroger Community Rewards program, allowing shoppers to link their Kroger Plus card to ARF using HPO# 22151. A portion of qualifying purchases is contributed to ARF.
6. Fundraising Events: ARF organizes fundraising events such as cornhole tournaments and basket auctions. The Cornhole Tournament raised $2,600 in its inaugural event. Sponsors for events include local businesses such as Jimmy Johns, AutoZone, Butterbee's American Grille, Car-X, Topgolf, Half Pint, CMAC, and Kroger.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Animal Rescue Fund, Inc. (ARF) operates a no-kill shelter on a 17-acre property called 'The Farm' in Amelia, Ohio, rescuing, rehabilitating, vetting, and rehoming homeless cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies into permanent homes. The organization supplements adoption services with community programs including spay/neuter assistance, a feral cat trap-neuter-return (TNR) program, community education, and lifetime sanctuary for unadoptable animals such as horses, goats, and deer, funded through tax-deductible donations, animal sponsorships, and recurring fundraising events.

Product overview

Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) is a non-profit no-kill shelter operating as a single, unified service organization rather than a platform-based architecture. The core offering is animal rescue, shelter, and adoption services supplemented by community programs including spay/neuter assistance, feral cat TNR, community education, and animal sponsorship. Supporting programs include donation acceptance (via PayPal, Kroger Community Rewards, Amazon Wish List), fundraising events (Bingo nights, Cornhole Tournament), and volunteer foster care. The shelter also provides sanctuary for unadoptable animals like horses, goats, and deer. All services are delivered through physical shelter operations at 'The Farm' (17 acres) and off-site adoption locations at PetsMart Eastgate, with no software product or digital platform serving as a distinct offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Animal Adoption Services
• Animal Sponsorship Program
• Bingo Fundraising Events
• Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser
• Foster Care Program
• Sanctuary Services
• Pet Surrender and Rehoming Services
• Community Animal Rescue Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 5,000+ animals placed in permanent homes (PetFinder count through October 2025)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Angels Rest Animal SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 July 2020Angels Rest Animal Society referred a prospective adopter couple to ARF for a dog named Jumper, collaborating across rescue organizations to facilitate an adoption. ARF also takes animals from county shelters when they are scheduled for euthanasia or when shelters are full.
• PetsMart EastgatecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorARF cats and kittens are available for adoption at the PetsMart in Eastgate. This satellite location provides additional visibility and a retail storefront for adoptable animals, expanding ARF's reach beyond the physical shelter. The arrangement benefits ARF through increased foot traffic and adoption exposure.
• Homewood Suites MidtownminorOthersHomewood Suites Midtown donates retired towels, washcloths, and hand towels to ARF for use at the shelter. This in-kind donation helps ARF meet its ongoing need for towels to care for animals.
• KrogerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerARF participates in the Kroger Community Rewards program, allowing Kroger shoppers to link their Plus Card to ARF using HPO# 22151. A portion of qualifying purchases is donated to ARF, providing ongoing passive fundraising.
• Local Business Sponsors (Cornhole Tournament)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMultiple local businesses sponsored ARF's inaugural Cornhole Tournament fundraiser: Jimmy Johns, AutoZone, Butterbee's American Grille, Car-X, Topgolf, Half Pint, CMAC, and Kroger. The event raised $2,600.
• Cincinnati Reds, FC Cincinnati, TopgolfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports organizations donated items for the Basket Auction fundraiser at ARF, contributing sports-themed baskets to help raise funds for shelter operations.
• Papa JohnsminorOthersPapa Johns donated pizza for lunch for all players and helpers at ARF's Cornhole Tournament fundraiser.
• Cincinnati ZoominorOthersThe Cincinnati Zoo adopted ARF rescue dog Remus as a companion animal for Kris the cheetah cub, serving as a notable adoption success story demonstrating ARF's ability to place animals in unique and high-profile environments.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Best Friends Animal Society: Leading no-kill animal welfare organization running sanctuary operations, adoption centers, and community programs nationwide. Best Friends is a relevant comparison for ARF's no-kill positioning, sanctuary services, and community education outreach.
• PetSmart Charities: Funded by PetSmart, this 501(c)(3) supports in-store adoption events and grants to rescue partners nationwide. ARF already leverages PetsMart Eastgate for satellite adoptions, making PetSmart Charities a natural partner/peer for expansion of retail-channel adoption.
• ASPCA: National 501(c)(3) focused on animal welfare, rescue, and adoption. ASPCA is a much larger counterpart operating broader advocacy and shelter programs, but is directly comparable in mission and nonprofit structure to ARF.
• Humane Society of the United States (HSUS): National animal welfare organization with shelter, advocacy, and rescue programs. HSUS operates at vastly greater scale but shares ARF's no-kill philosophy and adoption-focused mission; useful as a benchmark for governance, fundraising, and program design at the regional level.

Regional players

• Greater Cincinnati Animal Rescue Network: Regional coalition of independent Ohio/Kentucky rescues sharing transport, foster, and adoption resources. Operates in the same Cincinnati-metro geography as ARF and shares its small-staff, volunteer-driven rescue model.

Emerging players

• Alley Cat Allies: National advocacy and field-services organization dedicated to feral cat Trap-Neuter-Return programs. Directly comparable to ARF's feral cat TNR program; useful peer for evaluating the programmatic design and community impact of ARF's wildlife/community cat work.

Direct peers

• Ohio SPCA & Humane Society: Statewide Ohio animal welfare nonprofit operating adoption and cruelty prevention programs. Comparable to ARF in scope of services, geographic overlap in Ohio, and reliance on donations and volunteers.
• Save the Animals Foundation (STAF): Ohio-based no-kill cat rescue operating adoption, spay/neuter, and TNR programs. Comparable to ARF's no-kill positioning, community-funded model, and emphasis on feline welfare programs.
• Humane Ohio (formerly Toledo Area Humane Society): Ohio-based nonprofit shelter offering adoption, low-cost spay/neuter, and community education. Comparable mission and service mix to ARF, though operating in northwest Ohio rather than southwest Ohio.
• SPCA Cincinnati (now Cincinnati Animal CARE): Hamilton County's primary open-admission shelter serving the greater Cincinnati region, including Clermont County's eastern neighbors. Directly comparable to ARF as a regional rescue/shelter operator, though operating under a county-contract model rather than a private nonprofit structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AnimalRescueFund
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/animal-rescue-fund

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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