SaveAFox Rescue

What SaveAFox Rescue does

SaveAFox Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit wildlife rescue organization (EIN 82-3454531) that rescues captive-born foxes from fur farms, illegal ownership, and surrender situations, and prepares them for adoption or sanctuary residency. Founded in 2017 by Mikayla Raines and formally incorporated in 2019 as SAVEAFOX Corporation, the organization operates two physical sanctuaries in central Minnesota (Faribault area) and Florida (SaveAFox South), with a small team of 1-10 staff augmented by volunteers. Since founding, approximately 150 foxes have been rescued. The organization does not breed foxes and instead focuses on intake, spay/neuter, veterinary care, socialization training, and adoption placement, with a subset of animals deemed too wild for adoption remaining as permanent sanctuary residents. The organization also runs adjacent rescue and adoption programs for mink, cats, and dogs.

SaveAFox generates revenue through a diversified nonprofit income stack: monthly recurring animal sponsorships (Silver at $25, Gold at $50, Platinum at $95 per month across foxes, mink, cats, and dogs), an e-commerce merchandise shop (apparel, jewelry, accessories, calendars, plush toys, and memorial items priced $8-$44), in-person sanctuary tours and experience events such as "Yoga with Foxes" and Halloween parties (groups capped at 4 people), tax-deductible donations (via Venmo, PayPal, credit card, and mail), adoption fees, and digital gift cards in $25-$200 denominations. Distribution is direct-to-consumer through the saveafox.org website, on-site tour bookings, and remote sponsorship enrollment, with no third-party retail or partnership channels. The organization holds USDA Class B Dealer, MN DNR Game Farm, and MN DNR Captive Wildlife Exhibitor licenses/permits, which are required for the legal operation of the rescue and exhibition functions.

SaveAFox's go-to-market is community-led, built around an active social media presence on TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram, where short-form video content about rescued foxes drives awareness, donor acquisition, sponsorship conversions, and adoption inquiries. The organization also operates an email newsletter and a comprehensive website hosting applications, education resources, and a shop. Technology infrastructure is intentionally minimal: the website is built on Wix, payments are processed through standard consumer tools (PayPal, Venmo, credit card), and there is no proprietary software, mobile app, API, or AI/ML capability. The customer base is individual animal lovers, prospective exotic-pet adopters (subject to a 25+ age requirement and 100+ sq ft enclosure standards), sanctuary visitors, and volunteers aged 18+. There is no enterprise or B2B component.

Name

SaveAFox Rescue

Legal name

SAVEAFOX Corporation

Website

https://saveafox.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SaveAFox Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit fox sanctuary that rescues captive-born foxes from fur farms and illegal ownership, operates sanctuaries in Minnesota and Florida, and funds operations through donations, monthly sponsorships, merchandise, tours, and adoption fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wildlife Rescue and Animal Sanctuary Services

NAICS

Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Wildlife Rescue, Rehabilitation & Release (BPAGAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sanctuaries & Long-Term Care (Farm, Equine, Exotic) (BPAGAIAH), Animal Shelters & Adoption Services (BPAGAIAA)

Keywords

• Wildlife rescue services
• Animal sanctuary operations
• Exotic pet adoption
• Animal sponsorship programs
• Nonprofit donation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Lakeville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Sponsorships: Monthly sponsorship programs at Silver ($25), Gold ($50), and Platinum ($95) tiers. Sponsors receive certificates, goodie bags, calendars, and for Platinum members with 6+ months tenure, in-person sanctuary visits. Sponsorships are collected via PayPal, Credit Card, or Venmo.
2. Merchandise Sales: Online shop selling branded merchandise including t-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, hats, jewelry, calendars, stickers, plush toys, and memorial items. Prices range from $10-$44 with various sale discounts available.
3. Tours and Events: In-person tours of the Minnesota and Florida sanctuaries. Services include private tours, 'Yoga with Foxes', Halloween parties, and memorial events. Groups limited to 4 people; treats available for purchase at $5.
4. Donations: Tax-deductible donations accepted via US Mail, Venmo (@SaveAFox), PayPal (paypal.me/saveafox), and credit card. Amazon Wishlist for in-kind donations. SaveAFox Corporation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 82-3454531.
5. Adoption Fees: Fees associated with fox, mink, and cat adoptions. Adoption applications require background checks and applicants must meet specific care requirements including fox-proof enclosures, veterinarian access, and be at least 25 years old (or have 40+ volunteer hours without prior fox experience).
6. Gift Cards: Electronic gift cards available in denominations of $25, $50, $100, $150, and $200.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

SaveAFox Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit wildlife sanctuary that rescues captive-born foxes from fur farms, illegal ownership, and owner surrenders. It provides veterinary care, spay/neuter, and socialization training, then places animals in qualified adoptive homes. The organization funds operations through monthly animal sponsorships, donations, an online merchandise shop, gift cards, and paid sanctuary tours in Minnesota and Florida.

Product overview

SaveAFox Rescue operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit fox sanctuary offering a comprehensive animal rescue and placement ecosystem. The core offering is fox rescue services from fur farms, complemented by adoption programs for foxes, mink, and cats. The organization generates operational funding through a tiered animal sponsorship program (Silver/Gold/Platinum), an e-commerce merchandise shop featuring branded apparel and fox-themed products, and a donation program accepting contributions via multiple payment methods. Additional revenue streams include in-person sanctuary tours (Minnesota and Florida locations), virtual tours, and a volunteer program. Educational resources covering fox and mink care, along with training protocols for rescued animals, support the adoption process and responsible ownership. The organization holds USDA Class B Dealer, MN DNR Game Farm, and MN DNR Captive Wildlife Exhibitor licenses.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fox Rescue Services Rescue, rehabilitation, spay/neuter, and care of foxes sourced from fur farms, owner surrenders, and seized illegal possession cases. Available to foxes that are sick, injured, orphaned, or surrendered.
• Fox Adoption Program Adoption placement of rescued foxes into qualified forever homes, with a multi-step application including a care quiz, home inspection, and adoption fee. Adopters must be 25+ years old (or have 40+ volunteer hours), live in a legal state, own their home, and have fox-proof enclosures of 100+ sq ft and an exotic vet.
• Cat Adoption Program Adoption of feral cats and kittens found on sanctuary property, including spay/neuter and socialization before placement. Available to adopters in qualifying homes.
• Mink Adoption Program Adoption of rescued mink into qualified homes. Requires exotic pet experience and knowledge of strictly carnivorous diet and specific care requirements.
• Animal Sponsorship Program Monthly recurring sponsorship of rescued foxes, mink, cats, and dogs at three tiers: Silver ($25/mo), Gold ($50/mo), and Platinum ($95/mo). Includes sponsor certificate, goodie bags, calendars, and sanctuary visit privileges for qualifying Platinum members.
• Donation Program Accepts tax-deductible monetary and in-kind donations to support fox care, medical expenses, and housing. Contributions collected via US Mail, Venmo (@SaveAFox), PayPal (paypal.me/saveafox), credit card, and Amazon Wishlist. EIN 82-3454531.
• In-Person Sanctuary Tours Guided tours of the Minnesota and Florida sanctuaries, including private tours, 'Yoga with Foxes', Halloween parties, and memorial events. Groups limited to 4 people. Treats available for purchase at $5.
• Merchandise Shop Online store selling branded apparel and fox-themed merchandise including t-shirts ($18–28), hoodies ($32–44), sweatshirts ($24–39), hats ($15–20), jewelry ($10–12), socks ($20–22), calendars ($10–20), stickers/pins ($8–14), plush toys ($25–40), books ($10–16), and memorial items.
• Gift Cards Electronic gift cards redeemable for adoption fees, sponsorship, or merchandise purchases. Available in denominations of $25, $50, $100, $150, and $200.
• Volunteer Program Structured volunteer program for individuals 18+ to assist with direct animal care, enclosure building/repair, and sanctuary operations. Requires liability waiver; consistent volunteers can work directly with animals.
• Found Pet Fox Recovery Service Temporary housing and recovery service for lost pet foxes, including identification verification, required paperwork, and a fee-based release process to reunite the animal with its verified owner.

Quantifiable outcome

• Approximately 150 foxes rescued from fur farms and other situations since 2017

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/spookelliot
• Facebookfacebook.com/SaveAFoxRescue
• Instagraminstagram.com/saveafox_rescue
• TikToktiktok.com/@saveafox.rescue?lang=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/saveafox-corporation

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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