A Commitment to Transparency

Supporters deserve clear information about how their contributions help animals. Don’t Forget Us, Pet Us operates as a nonprofit organization focused on providing long-term care for rescued farm animals in Dartmouth, Massachusetts.


Transparency helps donors understand how sanctuary work is funded, how animals are cared for, and how the organization can be independently verified through public nonprofit records.

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Sanctuary Impact at a Glance

Information reported through local coverage and public records highlights several key facts about the sanctuary’s work.



  • The sanctuary provides care for approximately 40 animals across multiple species
  • Many residents require specialized or disability-related care
  • The organization has operated as a nonprofit since 2016
  • The sanctuary serves communities throughout the South Coast Massachusetts region

These numbers reflect real, documented information rather than estimates or promotional claims.

What Your Donation Helps Fund

Running a farm animal sanctuary requires daily resources and long-term planning. Donations help cover essential care needs including:



  • Feed and hay for animals living at the sanctuary
  • Veterinary care and medications
  • Farrier services and hoof care
  • Shelter maintenance and safe living environments
  • Specialized care for animals with disabilities

Because some animals require mobility assistance, rehabilitation, or ongoing medical treatment, care costs can vary from animal to animal.

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Understanding the Cost of Special-Needs Care

Many sanctuary residents arrive with injuries, disabilities, or chronic health conditions. Supporting these animals often involves additional expenses such as adaptive equipment, frequent veterinary care, and specialized environments.



Providing lifelong care for high-need animals requires ongoing support from donors and volunteers.

How to Verify Our Nonprofit Status

Supporters who want to review nonprofit documentation can verify the organization through publicly available sources.



Steps commonly used to verify nonprofit organizations include:

  • Searching nonprofit filings using the organization’s EIN
  • Reviewing public Form 990 filings
  • Checking nonprofit databases such as ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
  • Reviewing media coverage and publicly available reports

These tools allow donors to confirm nonprofit status and review financial reporting independently.

Sanctuary Practices and Animal-First Policies

Sanctuaries prioritize the wellbeing of animals living on the property. This often means limiting public visits and designing programs that reduce stress for residents.



Policies such as restricted visitation and resident-first care help ensure animals with medical needs or trauma histories can live in stable, safe environments.

Support Transparent Sanctuary Work

Donations and volunteers make it possible for the sanctuary to continue providing lifelong care for animals who need it most.