Bailing Out Benji is the leading organization for research into the dog breeding ecosystem. We have the world’s largest public database for licensed and unlicensed breeders, puppy mills, dog auctions, and the outlets that they sell through. Support our mission to educate the public about puppy mills and ensure every dog has a safe and welcoming home.
There are at least 100,000 breeders actively selling puppies in the United States. Less than 5,500 of them are licensed and inspected. Your gift helps us expose and eliminate the worst operations, while bringing thousands more into regulation.
Donate at the link below or mail us your contribution at: PO Box 203 Ames, Iowa 50010
Make a difference on a schedule or budget out your contribution.
Learn more about and support Story County’s largest Pet Food Pantry.
Bailing Out Benji accepts donations in many ways, in addition to the traditional routes listed above. Explore options such as cryptocurrency, employer matched donations, and legacy giving.
Supporting Bailing Out Benji through your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a simple and tax-efficient way to make a lasting impact for animals in need. You can recommend a grant to Bailing Out Benji directly from your fund by providing the following information to your sponsoring organization.
If your DAF sponsor has an online portal, simply log in and search for our organization by name or EIN. If you prefer, your financial advisor or fund manager can also help you make a grant recommendation.
Legal Name: Bailing Out Benji
Tax ID (EIN): 47-1652323
Mailing Address: PO Box 203, Ames, IA 50010
Contact Email: acct@bailingoutbenji.com
Phone: 515-460-1244
Forever For Benji is our legacy giving program that allows us to honor your legacy and passion for animal welfare by continuing our fight against the puppy mill industry for generations to come.
Learn more about leaving a gift to Bailing Out Benji in your will.
Have you already named Bailing Out Benji in your estate planning? Let us know by clicking the “I’m a Legacy Donor” button and filling out our form!
It takes just a few steps to make this type of gift. To name Bailing Out Benji as a beneficiary on your IRA or retirement plan, life insurance policy, or commercial annuity.
As a Bailing Out Benji donor, you may be able to multiply the impact of your gifts if your employer offers a matching gift program. Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any contributions made by their employees. Reach out to your employer to find out if matching funds are available (or use link below). If your company is eligible, request a matching gift form from your employer, send it signed with your gift, and we will do the rest!
Some companies with donation matching programs include: Wells Fargo, Verizon, Wellmark, United Health Group, Chevron, Walmart, Best Buy, John Deere and Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company.
A major focus of our work is our academic research, which analyzes industry trends, regulatory gaps, and the impact of puppy mills on animal welfare, using data-driven approaches to inform policy and educate the public. Our work has been cited by universities, lawmakers, the media, as well as advocacy groups, which only serves to reinforce our role as a trusted resource in the fight against puppy mills.
With a QCD, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA to Bailing Out Benji, reducing your taxable income. It’s a great way to support our work while potentially easing your tax burden. We’ll provide you with the necessary acknowledgment, and our team is ready to answer any questions you may have about making a QCD.
Your business or organization can sign up to sponsor a month of the Ames Food Pantry to help support our local community in keeping their pets fed!
Do you have an idea of ways to raise money for Bailing Out Benji? We’d love to hear it! Reach out to us!
