Need to write up an animal rescuing business plan? In most urban areas in the U.S., animal rescue falls either to the fire department or law enforcement when on non-emergency call, though some municipalities have human society offices or so-called “animal cops” who serve in a rescue capacity depending on the circumstances and the animal in question. It is rare that a private business works exclusively as an animal rescue organization, though sometimes the non-profit designation makes it possible for this business model to be self-supporting. If you want to start an animal rescue business, there are some key issues that you will need to analyze in the business plan so that any potential backers know how the business will be:
• What sort of animals can you rescue, and are any off limits?
• What training will your employees have?
• What medical equipment and safety gear will you need to purchase?
• Will there be a central storage or animal welfare facility?
• What is the mechanism for generating revenues, if any?
If your animal rescue group will be supported entirely by loans or grant monies, than your animal rescue business plan will have to show a not-for-profit pro forma, which includes a surplus and deficit table and a graphic showing the cash burn rate. Most business planning software will not accommodate the non-profit model as fluidly as a for-profit venture, so consider hiring an outside consultant or making your own interlinked model to present the pro forma to investors/grant agencies. The market analysis can also be tricky, but remember that there are free resources online like news articles and public reports that can guide you. Still need help? Come to MasterPlans. Our team of experts can research, write and model the entire document for you. Call toll-free 877-453-2011 to learn more.
