1 FUR 1 FOUNDATION
Helping Animals Heal People
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
1 FUR 1 Foundation is dedicated to offering free animal assisted therapy and activities with the help of specially trained and certified therapy animals. We believe that a comprehensive health plan includes animal assisted services especially for those who need it most; Americans with disabilities, veterans, first responders, the elderly, crime victims and medical staff. 1 FUR 1 wants to help as many people as possible on their journey to wellness.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) Programs
These include animal-assisted therapy (physical or emotional) designed to promote improvement in human physical, social, emotional, or cognitive function. Currently we're in partnership with two groups:
- Care House of Oakland County where we support their canine advocate program which offers assistance to child victims of sexual assault during their judicial proceedings. This service is offered for free across most Michigan state county court rooms, prosecutor's offices, victim advocacy centers and Medina County, OH. To date over 18,000 children have been helped.
- Hearts and Hooves Therapy where therapy mini horses work with children on the spectrum, hospital patients, medical students and disabled American on their journey to wellness. Their service area cover San Diego and San Bernadine County, CA. To date over close to 3,000 children with disabilities have been impacted.
Animal Assisted Activity (AAA) Programs
These include animal assisted activities which provide opportunities for motivation, education, or recreation to enhance quality of life. We currently offer two programs;
-The 17 gentle giants who are lifting the spirits of thousands of first responders, doctors and nurses who have been on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Most are suffering from burnout, stress-related disorders and fatigue. This is the newest partnership which launched February 2021. TimberKnoll’s Spirit Cove brings Newfie Therapy has helped to over 38,842 first responders and medical workers across TN, SC, NC and NJ since they joined the 1 FUR 1 family in 2021.
-The 4 #HealingHooves bring joy to veterans and seniors with disability. These animal assisted activities offer cognitive stimulation and socialization needed for patient’s mental health. Kindred Spirits Therapy Minis, our partner, is the only certified mini horse program in the Florida panhandle offering relief for free thanks to our partnership
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Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Number of seniors and children with disabilities served
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adults, Children and youth, People with disabilities, People with diseases and illnesses, Economically disadvantaged people
Related Program
Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) Programs
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Total impact is measured by the number of children and seniors with disabilities who received free animal assisted therapy and/or activity sessions sponsored by 1 FUR 1 Foundations.
Number of animal interactions delivered, free-of-charge
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adults, Children and youth, People with diseases and illnesses, People with disabilities, Economically disadvantaged people
Related Program
Animal Assisted Activity (AAA) Programs
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Impact is also measured by the total number of animal assisted therapy and/or activity sessions completed per year.
Number of healthcare facilities visited
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adults, Children and youth, People with diseases and illnesses, People with disabilities, Economically disadvantaged people
Related Program
Animal Assisted Activity (AAA) Programs
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
The total number of active facilities served at least once monthly showcases the reach of 1 FUR 1 Foundation.
Number of actively working animals
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children and youth, Seniors
Type of Metric
Input - describing resources we use
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
The total number of distinct specially trained and certified therapy animals working per year.
Number of clinic visits provided
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children and youth, Adults, Ethnic and racial groups, People with disabilities, Widows and widowers
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
This is the number of distinct facilities visited per year
Number of patient visits
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Ethnic and racial groups, People with diseases and illnesses, People with disabilities, At-risk youth, Economically disadvantaged people
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Total of number of people impacted by both of our programs; animal assisted therapy and animal assisted activity
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Goals & Strategy
Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
1 FUR 1 Foundations measures its success based on the numbers of; 1) people impacted by our programs 2) animal assisted therapy and activities sessions performed 3) working animals 4) facilities visited. Each year we identify our quantitative goals (listed above) and work with our partners to customize their qualitative goals for the year.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
1 FUR 1 Foundation's process starts with identifying and partnering small to mid-size 501(c)3 nonprofits who share our values and ethics. Thereafter, actively working to establish and grow our collective animal assisted therapy and activity programs year over year. 1 FUR 1 is unique because we provide 360-degree support; funding, logistical and strategic support. Our mentors provide our partners with the tools needed to create a positive impact for animal and people in need.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
We have a band of talented and skilled volunteers who have professional experience in corporate America. These individuals lend their time and skill to continue developing each program in a customized way in order to meet and exceed pre-set annual goals.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
1 FUR 1 Foundation is celebrating it's 10 years anniversary. We started 1 FUR 1 Foundation by partnering with other like-minded leaders who believe Americans with Disabilities should have free access to animal assisted therapy and activities as an alternative healthcare plan. Our founder started helping about 45 people per month in 2014 and now the 1 FUR 1 network of partners is impacting the lives of close to 6 thousand people each and every month. Thats 71,753 people impacted in 2023 with the help of 91 specially certified dogs and mini horses. These amazing animals delivered close to 5, 000 animal assisted therapy and activity sessions to hospitals, VA, hospice, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, courthouses, victim service agencies and offices. We're thrilled to work among wonderful people who love animals and have dedicated their lives to helping others.
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We share the feedback we received with the people we serve, We ask the people who gave us feedback how well they think we responded
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
It is difficult to get the people we serve to respond to requests for feedback, It is difficult to find the ongoing funding to support feedback collection, Staff find it hard to prioritize feedback collection and review due to lack of time
Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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1 FUR 1 FOUNDATION
Board of directorsas of 02/06/2024
Michelle Djonova
John Malone
Christina Mihailova
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
Organizational demographics
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Leadership
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Equity strategies
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- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We use a vetting process to identify vendors and partners that share our commitment to race equity.
- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.