Donations

Greyhound Crossroads, like many non-profit organizations, welcomes monetary donations.

Our dogs are adopted with a $200 adoption fee, which goes directly to the dogs in some form. Fortunately, most of our dogs require about $200 in vet care (spay/neuter, shots, teeth cleaning, complete physical, etc.) but sometimes they incur injuries which cost far more than $200. A trip to the specialist vet can cost $750 or more.

Sometimes we get dogs with really bad teeth (greyhounds notoriously have awful teeth). Many times we have to remove teeth or do major work to improve their dental health. This alone can cost up to $500.

Normally we can arrange transportation for our greyhounds using volunteers or by having the owners or trainers deliver them to us. With the price of gas, we do help out with the cost since our volunteers have to drive as far as Florida and Arkansas to pick up dogs from the tracks.

So you can see why donations are so important to us.

We are a 501(c)(3) organization, which means you get a tax deduction every time you help us! For donations above $250, you'll need a statement for your income taxes with our name and information. Just ask!

For donations below $250 you may document with your own receipts or a statement from us - whichever is easier. Again, just ask!

(If you're in doubt, ask your tax accountant because we know more about dogs than taxes. Also - adoptions fees are not deductible because you are receiving goods with value for your donation.)