Financial Disclosure & Transparency

Committed to Accountability

At Tier One Service Dog Foundation (T1SDF), transparency and accountability are core to our mission. We are committed to responsibly managing every donation entrusted to us as we work to train and place highly skilled service dogs with veterans at no cost to the veteran.

Tier One Service Dog Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. Contributions made to T1SDF may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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Organization Information

  • Legal Name: Tier One Service Dog Foundation Inc.
  • EIN: 33-1371809
  • State of Incorporation: Florida
  • IRS Tax-Exempt Status: 501(c)(3) Public Charity
  • Effective Date of Exemption: September 13, 2024
  • Principal Office: Rockledge, Florida

The Commitment Behind Every Service Dog

Training and raising a service dog is an extensive, multi-year commitment that requires significant financial investment, time, and professional resources. The total cost to responsibly raise, train, evaluate, and place a fully trained service dog can exceed $40,000 per dog depending on the dog’s individual needs, training duration, medical care, and specialized task work.

These costs may include:

Puppy Acquisition & Early Development
  • Ethical breeding and temperament testing
  • Initial veterinary exams and vaccinations
  • Microchipping and preventative care
  • High-quality nutrition and supplements
  • Crates, leashes, vests, and foundational equipment
  • Routine wellness care
  • Emergency veterinary visits
  • Spay/neuter procedures
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Medications and preventatives
  • Hip, elbow, and genetic health screenings
  • Foundational obedience training
  • Advanced task training
  • Public access training
  • Exposure and socialization outings
  • Trainer evaluations and assessments
  • Ongoing behavioral development
  • Transportation to training locations and veterinary appointments
  • Facility and training equipment expenses
  • Liability insurance
  • Administrative and operational costs
  • Community outreach and veteran matching efforts
  • Handler transition training
  • Follow-up support and evaluations
  • Continued mentorship after placement
  • Recertification and maintenance support when needed

Our Commitment to Responsible Stewardship

T1SDF is committed to ensuring donations are used directly to support:

  • Service dog training and development
  • Veterinary care and equipment
  • Veteran placement programs
  • Community education and outreach
  • Operational support necessary to sustain the organization

 

We believe donors deserve to know where their contributions are going and the real costs associated with preparing a service dog for successful placement.

Every donation, sponsorship, fundraiser participation, and volunteer effort helps us continue our mission of providing life-changing service dogs to veterans who need them most.

For questions regarding our financial practices, organizational records, or donation transparency, please contact us through our website.