Happy Monday. Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week.

10 questions to ask when developing a marketing strategy plan for your animal organization
Does your organization have a marketing strategy plan? Marketing is an essential part of any organization, but coming up with a strategy can feel daunting for many. Whether you’re starting from scratch or just want to give your current plan a little lift, we’ve got you covered.… Learn More

What the data says about rehoming (and why it might ease some fears)
If your organization has ever debated whether to recommend or partner with a rehoming program, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common points of hesitation we hear from shelters and rescues, usually rooted in a few specific fears: that the community won’t accept it, that it could increase intake or that it’s simply… Learn More

Rural Humane is hiring a Director of Programs
This position is remote and can be based anywhere. The Director of Programs will serve as the first employee of Rural Humane and will play a defining role in building the organization from the ground up. Learn More

Weekly Community Conversations
August 26: Canine Low Stress Handling^® in a Shelter Environment
Register now for the weekly Wednesday 11AM PT/2PM ET webcast for animal well-being professionals. These 50-minute webcasts are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond. Plus, Maddie’s Fund^® will award up to $10,000 in grants for joining (live or on-demand).

Don’t forget: Monthly grant opportunity!
Maddie’s Fund is awarding a $3,000 grant each month to one lucky Maddie’s^® Pet Forum member! You’ll automatically be entered to win each month when you start a new discussion, reply to a new post… Learn More

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