2025-05-29T19:46:12-07:00 2024-12-31 Jennifer Nelson 3500 Pipes O The Glen Way Orlando FL 32808 990EZ 2024-01-01 833021307 ARUKAH ANIMAL INTERNATIONAL ARUK 4158555606 12 Flemings Court Sausalito CA 94965 Robin Dorman President 4158555606 2025-05-29 0 1 Jennifer Nelson P02270037 4072981302 2025-05-29 X 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X www.arukahanimal.org X X 111036 X 111036 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 111036 89380 0 0 15144 0 420 6549 111493 -457 11655 1253 12451 11655 12451 0 0 0 0 11655 12451 0 0 11655 12451 Arukah Animal International's mission is to bring an end to animal exploitation and suffering through advocacy, awareness, and the arts. Animals in Media: In partnership with The Animal Turn podcast, we live-streamed "Animals in Media," premiering the video, "Animalized Hierarchies in Popular Contagion Films," followed by a stirring conversation about how popular media impact the way we perceive and interact with other animals. Such representations are often speciesist and hold great sway upon our political and moral imaginations. Hosted by The Animal Turn's Claudia Hirtenfelder, guests include renowned media scholars Claire Parkinson, Edge Hill University, Lancashire, England; Susan McHugh, The University of New England, Maine, USA; and Tobias Linné, Lund University, Lund, Sweden. "Animals in Media" was produced by René R. Fraedrich, a digital artist for Octopus Media Productions. A remastered version is available on our Website for future audiences to enjoy. 0 3498 Stop Octopus Farming: Arukah Animal International is actively campaigning to stop the first industrial commercial farming of octopuses through the development of an animated short film with an award-winning filmmaking team, an online petition against octopus farming, a series of social media collaborations, blogs, and educational merchandise. "Tiny Liquid Ballerina," our first tribute to wondrous octopuses, was created in partnership with artist Noam Oxman for Eurogroup for Animals and debuted on World Octopus Day. This mesmerizing collaboration was viewed over 446,550 times across social media platforms. We also created a series of special edition merchandise-limited release t-shirts and coffee mugs to bolster our film and propel the Stop Octopus Farming movement. Each item boasts original artwork created by collaborating artists who have teamed up with Arukah Animal International to prevent the onslaught of commercial octopus farming. 0 5249 In Ukraine, we provided grants to support 5,000 cats and dogs, victims of immense suffering and misery ($88,080 to Wildlife and Welfare; Registered UK Charity: 1177425). The funds were designated for cats and dogs living in Odessa and Kharkiv, and the surrounding areas. In total, we provided 26,050 kg of dog food and 15,850 kg of cat food; built 25 new dog and cat houses for those left on the streets, helping them to survive the unbearably frigid winters and offering much needed safety against the bombings raining down upon the region; spayed and neutered 771 dogs and cats and provided emergency vet treatment to dozens of others. We also awarded a $1,300 film grant to Just Wondering to support the development of a short video essay titled "Escape, Resistance and Solidarity." 89380 X 90790 Raising Awareness Online about Animal Protection: To amplify our message and reach, we have expanded our Website offerings to showcase our live-streamed panels, short films, and blogs, which range in subject matter from animal victims of war in Ukraine to new laws impacting homeless cats and dogs in Turkey to campaigning against a proposed commercial octopus farm in the Canary Islands. We now have a dedicated gallery Webpage displaying animal art as well as cherished books about more-than-human animals. Our newsletters keep hundreds of supporters updated on our progress and upcoming initiatives. This online presence serves as a central hub for knowledge-sharing and engagement with our cause. 0 4896 Building Community through Social Media: We recognize the tremendous significance of social media in building a robust community around our mission. Using various platforms, we share our films, stories, and artwork, encouraging and inspiring participation and lively and meaningful discussions. In 2024, our video content was played over 9,083,085 times by approximately 6,201,914 people. Additionally, we collaborate with scholars and artists and activists, enriching the dialogue about animal rights and connecting with a wider audience. Through social media engagement, we continuously expand our reach and stir audiences into action on behalf of other animals, fighting against everyday exploitation and cruelty and aspiring toward a multispecies future, where every individual lives a flourishing life of freedom. 0 3102 107535 Robin S Dorman President 25 5500 0 0 Tenzin Thosam Treasurer 8 0 0 0 Melba Pattillo Beals Secretary 2 0 0 0 Gina DeVito Board Member 2 0 0 0 Eric Kleiman Board Member 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CA Robin S Dorman 12 Flemings Court Sausalito CA 94965 4158555606 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 7016 26789 11412 2723 111036 158976 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7016 26789 11412 2723 111036 158976 63848 95128 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 158976 0 0.59838 1.000 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Form 990-EZ, Header, Line B A clerical error was made on the originally filed Form 990-EZ, Line 30a, where the total program service expenses were understated due to the exclusion of $89,380 in grant expenses. The total should have reflected both the $89,380 in grants and $1,410 in additional program-related expenses, for a corrected total of $90,790. The board identified the clerical error during a review for grant application purposes and promptly engaged the volunteer preparer to file this amended return. Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 10 We provided grants to support animals struggling in Ukraine ($88,080 to Wildlife and Welfare; Registered UK Charity: 1177425). We also provided a $1,300 film grant to Just Wondering to support the development of a short video essay titled "Escape, Resistance and Solidarity." Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Description;Amount^Bank Fees;129|Board Meetings;288|Government Filing Fees;49|Office Equipment;706|Office Supplies;135|Travel and Transportation;49|Telephone;1572|Advertising and Marketing;334|Streaming Event;1650|Social Media Boosts;43|Books;97|Publication Subscriptions;505|Volunteer Recognition;992^Total;6549^ Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 20 Description;Amount^Reconciliation;1253^Total;1253^ Our nonprofit relies on volunteers to complete bookkeeping and prepare the annual Form 990-EZ. In the effort to meet the original May 15, 2025 filing deadline, the board of directors and volunteer tax preparer inadvertently overlooked a clerical error on Part III, Line 32a. The original return was electronically filed and accepted by the IRS on May 8, 2025 (Submission ID: 8600762025128h668153). While conducting an in-depth review of our 2024 Form 990-EZ in preparation for upcoming grant applications, the board identified the error. Specifically, Line 30a should have reflected total program service expenses of $90,790, which includes $89,380 in grants and $1,410 in in-house program expenses related to our Ukraine initiatives. We immediately engaged our volunteer tax preparer to correct the error and file an amended return. We respectfully request that the IRS accept this amendment and take into account the organization's good-faith efforts to comply with filing requirements, despite limited resources. Our board is committed to transparency and understands the importance of keeping adequate books and records on an ongoing basis and thus have resolved to undertake the Form 990 each year within 90 days after the end of the fiscal year. In addition, each quarter our board will review the IRS website, and Exempt Organizations update to ensure that no changes have occurred in regard to our annual compliance requirements. We appreciate your understanding and remain committed to upholding the highest standards of accuracy and accountability in all future filings.