Paws From Afar (PFA) is a charitable organization as described in 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; EIN# 43-4130557, registered in the state of Vermont. In accordance with the Internal Revenue Service Guidelines, PFA maintains discretion and sole control over the use of all donated funds. In practice, PFA honors the giving preferences for specific rescues/rescue operating costs. In rare cases, leftover donations/gifts will be used where needed. Therefore, donors explicitly release PFA from any and all restrictions on how those funds are spent. No goods or services are/were provided in return for any contribution. Contributions are tax-deductible to the limit allowed by law if the donor itemizes.