ANIMAL COALITION OF TAMPA, INC.
ODESSA, FLORIDA

The Animal Coalition of Tampa, Inc. (ACT) is a licensed nonprofit organization under the status of Florida.Models.Dos.FloridaCompanyStatus, dedicated to enhancing animal welfare through various core services including spay/neuter programs, affordable veterinary care, and comprehensive humane education initiatives. Established in May 2001 with its incorporation filed as N01000003232, ACT was originally founded as Coalition For The Animals, Inc., but operates under its current name since rebranding. Based in Odessa, Hillsborough County, Florida, the organization is committed to transforming pet ownership opportunities for individuals facing financial constraints. From conducting low-cost surgical operations beginning in 2002, through overcoming challenges such as a significant fire in 2014-2015 and rebuilding, ACT remains focused on expanding its services while ensuring quality care. Presently, specific objectives include boosting fundraising capabilities, enhancing business sponsorships, implementing community ambassador programs, facilitating building expansion, and furthering organizational development. Under the leadership of officers like President Linda R Hamilton and Secretary Wanda Velez, among others including Shannon Still, ACT has successfully spayed or neutered over 100,000 animals since its inception. In 2015 alone, it provided more than 11,000 animal sterilizations and vaccinations at affordable rates within the Tampa Bay community, highlighting its commitment to reducing companion animal euthanasia. The organization also emphasizes preventative veterinary care by providing services like low-cost heartworm and flea prevention treatments. Operating from its mailing address at 17603 Gunn Highway in Odessa, Florida, ACT maintains communication through phone numbers (813) 250-3900 and (813) 250-3925, with further information available on its website. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, designated under tax identification number CH13060, it encourages public donations to support ongoing and future animal welfare initiatives, setting an aspirational target of 15,000 spay/neuter surgeries annually. The latest recorded event is an amendment filed on October 8, 2020, with the most recent annual report due on May 1, 2024.