That works out to an average of $100 each for the 22 rescue organizations who have gotten commissions from customer purchases since we began Rescue First.
Some rescues have gotten significantly more than the average, just by asking their supporters to use the link on their rescue website before shopping at Dogstuff. Having a link to Dogstuff also increases the rate at which they earn commissions – from three percent of all purchases made in their name to five percent.
We’re trying to spread the donations around, but we figure that those who participate most actively help make it possible for Rescue First to provide donations to all participants, so we recognize the active rescues with a higher commission.
Even rescue groups on our list who do nothing get benefits though – they earn three percent commissions from purchases on days we feature them. At least as we begin Rescue First, it’s our idea that dogs in need should get help even if the rescue that supports them is having a little trouble getting its act together or is not handy with its website or the Internet.
Lana wrote to ask how to add Shore Hearts rescue in New Jersey to our list of supported rescues – this is what I told her:
Hi Lana –
The easiest way is to go to our rescue directory page here:
http://www.dogstuff.com/rescue-directory/
…scroll to the bottom of the page and use the “Suggest a Rescue” link to give us some basic information.
We’ll take it from there, although it may take a couple of days to get you added.
(Jane has been telling me about the amazing job you guys are doing and we’re looking forward to having you on our supported list.)