12/28/2024
In order to provide clarification of how the 501c Non Profit organization named , Willowdale Bend Farm Sanctuary works, first and foremost, a 501c3 is an organization that is not owned by anyone. This particular nonprofit was formed to provide animal care wherever it deemed necessary. It has been the board’s decision to help the animals at Willowdale Road because the board saw a desperate need for animal help. No money or care has been “ taken away” from the animals. The money is NOT the ownership of the property or animal owners. This has been a misconception. There are certain donations that are designated for specific purpose and those are honored. The money is carefully managed and accounted for. Everything is transparent and done according to the law. This must be adhered to and sometimes meets with opposition and misunderstanding and misinformation.
We thank everyone who has donated funds and who continue to do so. We take great care in securing all funding and great care in making sure the animals have what they need. There has been a lack of communication on the part of a board member who is not willing to work with others and believes he can maintain autonomy. This can not happen.
This is cause for removal. This is unfortunate but leaves no choice as all members need to be open and transparent. Many people have asked about this and how all of this works. Please know that your donations are for the 501c cause, not a property. We have to make this clear so you can make an informed decision. We hope this provides clarity.
