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Lexington animal organizations

There are 133 animal-focused nonprofit organizations in the greater Lexington metro area, including the cities of Lexington and Lexington-Fayette. Combined, these Lexington metro animal organizations employ 401 people, earn more than $49 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $89 million.
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Types of animal organizations in Lexington

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations
 
81
 
$31,370,911
Wildlife conservation and protection organizations
 
14
 
$1,760,736
Animal services organizations
 
13
 
$3,418,250
Animal professional societies
 
6
 
$3,007,291
Wildlife sanctuaries and refuges
 
6
 
$757,199
Organizations suppporting a single animal nonprofit
 
4
 
$895,262
Veterinary organizations
 
4
 
$8,073,861
Organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofits
 
2
 
$461,111
Animal alliances and advocates
 
2
 
$0
Zoos and acquariums
 
1
 
$463,461
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Job trends for Lexington animal organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
13
1-10
 
16
11-25
 
8
26-100
 
2
101 to 1,000
 
1
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of animal organizations in Lexington

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
37
$250k to $1M
 
12
$1M to $5M
 
8
$5M to $25M
 
4
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of animal organizations in Lexington

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New Vocations Racehorse Adoption

New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program a 501 (c) 3 charity was founded in 1992 to offer retiring racehorses a safe-haven, rehabilitation, and continued education through placement in experienced, caring homes.
Revenue
$6.3m
Assets
$9.9m
Employees
45
EIN
31-1681380
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA)

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is designed to serve as both the accrediting body for aftercare facilities that care for Thoroughbreds following the conclusion of their racing careers, and a fundraising body to support these approved facilities.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$8.5m
Employees
6
EIN
45-4783644
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lexington Humane Society

Lexington Humane Society promotes compassionate treatment of animals, educates on responsible pet ownership, offers animal control services, and promotes adoption.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$8.8m
Employees
135
EIN
61-0444762
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Association of Equine Practitioners

To improve the health and welfare of the horse, to further the professional development of its members, and to provide resources and leadership for the benefit of the Equine industry.
Revenue
$7.8m
Assets
$9.8m
Employees
23
EIN
84-6035908
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association (ASHA)

The goal of ASHA is to safeguard the integrity, and expand the knowledge of the American Saddlebred horse. It is also to promote humane treatment and improvement of the breed, as well as to stimulate and promote interest in its history, and breeding.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
16
EIN
61-1182397
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Old Friends

Old Friends cares for and protects retired racing thoroughbreds. They raise awareness of the treatment of retired race horses, care for and honor these majestic creatures, and keep them on their farm in Georgetown, KY.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
29
EIN
20-0049798
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kentucky Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders

KTBO promotes Kentucky's Thoroughbred horse industry through advertisement, awareness activities, and monetary contributions. Located in Lexington, KY.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
3
EIN
61-0590716
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Woodford Humane Society

Woodford Humane Society finds homes for pets, promotes adoption, provides care and spay/neuter support, and fosters community involvement to combat pet homelessness.
Revenue
$1.5m
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
21
EIN
61-0992070
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Woodstock Animal Foundation

Woodstock Animal Foundation provides animal care, spay and neuter programs, and vaccination services to lower-income families in Lexington, positively impacting the companion pet population.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$1.4m
Employees
11
EIN
36-3857844
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA)

Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) is a charitable organization that provides grants to non-profit organizations that work toward improving the lives of Thoroughbred racehorses and the people who work with them.
Revenue
$895.3k
Assets
$1.4m
Employees
2
EIN
26-2861555
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Franklin County Humane Society

To care for our area's homeless animals, to re-home as many animals as possible, and to improve animal welfare throughout our community. As an open-admission shelter, we accept all cats and dogs in need.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$7.6m
Employees
21
EIN
61-0498423
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Brooke USA

Brooke USA supports and promotes sustainable equine welfare programs across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas by raising funds and managing donations in areas of greatest need.
Revenue
$1.9m
Assets
$2.0m
Employees
5
EIN
33-1173163
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Paso Fino Horse Association

Paso Fino Horse Association protects registry integrity and promotes breed qualities. Official publication Paso Fino Horse World showcases news, results, and updates.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
0
EIN
38-2149906
IRS type
501(c)(5)

Sisters Saving Shelters

Sisters Saving Shelters is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Georgetown, KY that was founded in 2017.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
81-3953143
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Brass Hat Foundation Incorporated

Brass Hat Foundation Incorporated is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Frankfort, KY that was founded in 2022.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
88-0573304
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bluegrass Sanctuary and Hospice Center Limited

Bluegrass Sanctuary and Hospice Center Limited is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in MT Sterling, KY that was founded in 2021.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
85-1984080
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Waddles Wags N Wishes

Waddles Wags N Wishes is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Paris, KY that was founded in 2020.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
84-4066708
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fairy Tails Pet Adoptions

Fairy Tails Pet Adoptions rescues unwanted animals, vets them and places them in good homes as part of their mission. They operate as an animal protection and welfare organization based in Winchester, KY.
Revenue
$150.4k
Assets
$48.7k
Employees
N/A
EIN
84-1915335
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association Foundation

The Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association Foundation promotes veterinary science and the equine industry by receiving contributions to fund a large animal center and provide assistance and scholarships to veterinary students.
Revenue
$123.2k
Assets
$277.0k
Employees
0
EIN
61-1166362
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Black Hat Social Committee

Black Hat Social Committee is an organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofit in Lexington, KY that was founded in 2025.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
92-1814694
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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This category corresponds to the "D00: Animal Related: General" National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) code. Cause IQ determines NTEEs for organizations by its own internally-developed secret-sauce algorithms.
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