Financial Transparency

Dear Donors,

On November 19th, 2024, we celebrated a remarkable milestone—Mile High Canine Rescue’s 5th anniversary! What an incredible journey these past five years have been. With your unwavering support, we have saved 3,648 dogs from high-kill shelters and placed them in loving homes. This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity of donors like you, our dedicated foster families who open their hearts and homes, and the volunteers who tirelessly process adoption applications, conduct home checks, run meet-and-greet events, and lead fundraising efforts. Together, we’ve been able to remain a 100% volunteer-run organization, and for that, we are deeply grateful.

2024: A Year of Impact

This year has been a busy and transformative one for MCHR. We expanded our community outreach by sponsoring vaccine clinics in New Mexico and Texas, two states severely impacted by distemper. This devastating disease can spread quickly through communities and shelter populations, often resulting in the euthanasia of entire shelter populations when only a few dogs test positive. Distemper has a high fatality rate, even with treatment, and we are committed to preventing its spread by vaccinating as many dogs as possible.

In addition, we made significant strides in combating the overpopulation crisis. Through our partnerships with Bergen Spay & Neuter Alliance and Fix West Texas, we expanded our funding for low-cost and free spay and neuter clinics across Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas. Our goal is clear: to stop the cycle of unwanted litters and reduce the number of dogs entering shelters. We know that adoption alone will never solve the problem—we must address the root cause of overpopulation.

Key Accomplishments in 2024

• 552 dogs were rescued by MHCR from high-kill shelters.
• 524 dogs found their forever homes through our adoption program.
• 1,383 dogs were spayed or neutered through our clinic partnerships, totaling $113,000 invested in community programs.
• We provided 81 commercial-grade Kuranda dog beds to six rural, underfunded shelters, thanks to the $10,000 raised by our generous donors.
• More than 2,000 free rabies and distemper vaccines were administered in rural Texas and New Mexico through our sponsorship of vaccination clinics.
• Our silent auction and fundraiser during the St. Julien Derby Party in Boulder raised an impressive $17,000 to support our mission.

We take great pride in the transparency of our financials, and we want you to know that your donations are making a direct impact. In fact, 94 cents of every dollar donated goes directly toward our programs—rescue, adoption, and community outreach. You can view our full financials for 2024 further down on this page.

Looking Ahead to 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, we have exciting plans and opportunities for you to get involved:

• Virtual Silent Auction on May 3rd: We’ll be auctioning vacation packages, curated gift baskets, one-of-a-kind experiences, and more! Keep an eye on our social media and your inbox for details, and if you have items to donate, please Contact Us.

• Expanded Support for Fix West Texas: Our partner clinic in Midland, Texas, has started a door-to-door outreach program, offering spay services for dogs with litters, preventing more unwanted dogs from entering shelters. They’re also rescuing and rehoming strays, all without the dogs ever entering the shelter system.

• Fostering Opportunities: As we continue to save more dogs, we need more foster homes. If you’ve ever considered opening your home to a dog in need, we encourage you to visit to learn more and apply.

At MHCR, we believe that rescue is full-circle. It’s not just about pulling a dog from the shelter—it’s about preventing that dog from being there in the first place. Together, we are making a profound difference, and we are so thankful to have you as part of the Mile High Family.

With Our Sincere Gratitude,