The Keri Chase Foundation

The Keri Chase Foundation was formed as a non-incorporated registered charity under Section 149(1)(f) of the Income Tax Act and received its registration number effective February 21, 2002. The effective date of operations is January 1, 2002. Our Registered Charitable Organization Number is 86547 5719 RR0001.

Why was this Foundation Formed?

This registered Charitable Foundation was formed in memory of Keri Coleen Chase, who died in a tragic auto accident on November 24, 2001. Keri was born in Thunder Bay and through her short life of 42 years was forever salvaging injured and stray animals and birds of every description and either finding them homes, or returning them to the wild from which they came. At the age of 14, she had her first colt to save and since then, it has been a steady stream of animals that needed her, and her undemanding love. Her love of animals has been an inspiration to everyone that knew her.

What is the purpose of this Foundation?

The purpose of the Foundation is to build a fund, the income from which will be used to provide financial assistance to qualified donees providing care, assistance and shelter to stray, lost and injured domestic animals, birds and wildlife in the Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada area. The Trustees would like to build a fund over the next number of years in order to impact on a future projects of animal welfare in the name of the Foundation. The Foundation’s goal since inception is to donate annually about 1/2 of its fund raising and retain 1/2 of the fundraising to create a long term investment, the income from which will be used to support animal welfare organizations in the future and to keep the memory of Keri Chase alive.

How does the Foundation raise it's funds?

The Foundation has a number of fund raising events and details of these events can be obtained by clicking on any of the programs below.

Donations - all donations received are receipted with a tax receipt that can be used for the donation tax credit on your income tax return. Donations can be cash or securities. Donations can be made in memory of a deceased individual or pet, in which case an acknowledgement card is sent to the grieving family. The acknowledgement is also posted on our "memory page".

Donations can also be made in acknowledgement of an individual's accomplishment (birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, special event or "just thinking of you". An acknowledgement card is sent to the individual being honoured and the acknowledgement is posted on our "memory page".

Thunder Bay Superior Pet Calendar - This calendar was first produced in 2004 and has been produced annually since then. The calendar features local pets and pet biographies. Local pet owners submit their information and pictures (at no charge) and our selection committee selects those featured on a specific month and those displayed in other sections of the calendar.

The calendars are reasonably priced and make great timely Christmas gifts for the animal lover. They can be obtained from a number of retail outlets.

The calendars are supported by a number of generous advertisers and the Foundation's Trustees extend our appreciation to these businesses.

Prints and Cards - The Foundation sells four exclusive prints (3 black & white sketches and 1 coloured). The artist for all of the prints is Kim Pumphrey-Chase, sister of Keri Chase. Kim produced these exclusive prints solely for the Foundation. The prints are reasonably priced and make great gifts for the animal lover.

Two of the black & white sketches were made into greeting cards. The card provide for a write in message (sample wording for a number of occasions provided on purchase) and are packaged in four, with envelopes.

Collection Boxes - The Foundation has a number of coin collection boxes in a variety of retail outlets in the area. Your spare change is greatly appreciated by the animals.

How much of the profits are used for charitable purposes?

The Foundation has a minimal amount of overhead, which is mainly stationery and postage. All of the services provided by the Foundation are on a volunteer basis and we have approximately 20 dedicated volunteers. Virtually 100% of our fundraising goes to assist animals to meet our goals.

What organizations benefit from the Foundation's fundraising and how does this help animals and birds?

The Foundation supports about nine organizations in the Thunder Bay district that have the facilities to provide direct care to the animals and birds. Our history of supporting these organizations can be found under Local Support.

How do I know that the Foundation is legitimate?

The Foundation is a registered charity and maintains all of the required filings with Canada Revenue Agency. Please click on the link below to go to Canada Revenue Agency's web site for our charity.

Registered Foundation

If I wish to discuss the Foundation with anyone, how do I contact you?

For general information on this Canadian Registered Foundation
contact: Ken Chase

Mailing Address

The Keri Chase Foundation

Zellers - 1020 Dawson Road

P.O. Box 23030

Thunder Bay ON P7B 6P1

Telephone

Madelene Chase - General Manager - (807) 577-9408

Electronic mail

General Information: m.chase@shaw.ca

Financial Information: kwchase@tbaytel.net
Webmaster: kwchase@tbaytel.net

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