Causes: Animals

Mission: The Iowa Pet Alliance Foundation leads, educates, and inspires citizens to protect pets and create a more humane Iowa.

Results: Our research into the conditions in Iowa puppy mills supported the passage of a significant piece of state legislation providing additional protections for dogs in commercial kennels. We'll continue to do similar research and will continue to raise awareness.

Target demographics: Iowa pets

Direct beneficiaries per year: pass legislation to improve Iowa's animal welfare laws.

Geographic areas served: Iowa

Programs: public awareness, law enforcement agency education, grassroots advocacy.