WHO WE ARE
The MattieDog Foundation
The mission of The MattieDog Foundation (a registered 501(c)(3) organization) is to enrich the lives of animals through outreach projects dedicated to the advancement of non-lethal animal management. The MattieDog Foundation will create and celebrate opportunities that further the mission of comprehensible animal care in a manner that is accessible to all. The MattieDog Foundation will accomplish this mission through measures that:
The MattieDog Foundation is always exploring creative ways to further its' mission. Put your mind to work and share your ideas with us, don't be shy.... together we can save the life of an animal!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Director
Becky Kikukawa has a long and effective history of serving in many capacities of various national, state and local philanthropic organizations. Most recently Ms. Kikukawchaired a large health system's community service league that had oversight responsibility of arts, grants, retail, social services and volunteer programs. Ms. Kikukawa sits on numerous Boards and serves in various capacities of organizations dedicated to bringing education to the children of farmworkers.
Treasurer
Joseph Kikukawa has 22 years experience in the financial industry including numerous positions with Big Four auditing firms throughout the United States. Currently Mr. Kikukawa is a controller overseeing multi-faceted financial management processes for one of the largest companies in the world. Mr. Kikukawa has volunteered in numerous Board treasurer positions, and currently serves as the chief financial officer of a large WA state association.
Officer
Mimi Chan, has 20 years of experience in the advertising media industry, with expertise in campaign creative developement as well as strategic marketing and business development. Ms. Chan consults ad agencies on a daily basis on national campaigns in Canada, Cossette, OMD, BBDO, Starcom, on their accounts such as Disney, Bell Canada, Maple Films, Proctor and Gamble, Cover Girls, just to name a few. Ms. Chan is currently a member of the Creative Advisory Committee for OMAC - Outdoor Marketing Association of Canada; past associate of Bark World Expo Advisory Board 2010.
Heather L. King has been actively involved in raising funds and awareness for numerous charitable and professional causes over the past two decades. Currently Ms. King is a board member of Intermountain Therapy Animals (ITA); and serves as their social media advisor. Ms. King also provide social media expertise to Rocky Mountain Great Dane Rescue Inc. Ms. King is the President of SMPS Utah, a state chapter of a nationwide organization developed to promote marketing and professional services.
DONATIONS
"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." Mohandas Gandhi
Our Transparent and Ethical Approach
The MattieDog Foundation is a volunteer only organizaton. No individuals, including the Board, receives compensation in any manner. Your donations will be used for the sole purpose of meeting the Foundation's mission and will be managed effectively and ethically. Please feel free to ask questions when making a donation. You will receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers from us!
Privacy Policy
The MattieDog Foundation does not send or store "session cookies." You may encounter third party applications when making donations. We may maintain your email information for the purposes of providing you with updated Foundation news. However, we will never utilize your personal information for fundraising purposes and we don't sell or rent your personal information to third parties. If you have questions or concerns regarding this policy, or would like to opt-out of receiving communications, please contact us.
RESOURCES (COMING SOON!)
We are in the process of collecting and presenting information that will help spread the work of individuals, organizations, shelters, rescues, and other charities involved in non-lethal animal management.
STAY TUNED!
PROJECTS
Homeward Pet Adoption Center, Co-Sponsorship
Special Guest: Lynn Haigh, Founder of PawPawty
This interactive project showcased how a live tweet-up and online participants can collaborate to raise funds for no-kill animal rescue.
Press Release
Adoption Option Twitter Awareness Campaign, Sponsor (ongoing)
Special Guest: Da Shibbering Cheetos, the first Twitter rock band
This project raised awareness of animals in need of adoption by combining social media and Petfinders.
We Applaud Creativity - Contact Us With Your Ideas!
STORE
Wear the MattieDog logo with pride! All profits from sales of the MattieDog logo go to support 501(c)(3) no-kill animal charities.
Who Is MattieDog?
MattieDog is a little dog that has made a great impact in this world. MattieDog teaches, through his life and stories, that with some love, compassion, and a good dose of humour, you can change the world.
Get to know MattieDog better!
CONTACT
email:
chieffuzzydude[at]mattiedog[dot]com
google voice:
(720) 432-3644