My Nonprofit Reviews

If all non-profits were as focused and well-run as AKI, the world would be a much better place with a lot fewer problems. I have followed it for 13 years, initially as a board member and for the past several years as an interested member of the public. AKI always does a great job of identifying appropriate organizations, getting resources to them, helping them achieve their goals and reach more donors, and reporting on the use of funds and the animals helped. My only question is why university management classes don't use AKI as a case study of a successful, effective, small non-profit.

I am both a donor and board member for AKI. It's the only non-profit I know of where all donations go to support the beneficiary organizations, unless a donor affirmatively specifies the money can be used for administrative expenses. There also is no question that AKI works to fill a need -- support for local organizations working to end the suffering of animals -- in settings where the need cannot be questioned. AKI is a model of philanthropy supporting indigenous reform efforts, and It's an honor to be associated with it in any capacity.

I have worked with and around many non-profits, and AKI is exceptional. It is focused, efficient, and its structure matches its mission -- to help grass-root organizations improve the lives of the animals in their areas. It is a perfect example of the truth of Margaret Mead's quote: "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."

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