"Founded in 1897, which animal welfare charity was formerly known As ""Our Dumb Friends League""?"
Blue Cross (animal charity) Blue Cross (animal charity) Blue Cross is a registered animal welfare charity in the United Kingdom, founded in 1897 as Our Dumb Friends League. The charity provides support for pet owners who cannot afford private veterinary treatment, helps to find homes for unwanted animals, and educates the public in the responsibilities of animal ownership. The charity works closely with a number of other organizations to help the animal welfare and responsible pet ownership. The organisation was founded on 10 May 1897 in London as "Our Dumb Friends League", to care for working horses on the streets of the British capital.
Dumb Friends League authorities are received at the Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center, located in nearby Franktown, Colorado. Harmony can accommodate 100 horses at a time. Rehabilitated animals are offered for adoption. For 2018, Charity Navigator gives the Dumb Friends League a four star rating, reporting high transparency and accountability. Total revenue from this annual report is listed at $16,453,528 and expenses were $18,068,398. Of every dollar donated, 79 cents went directly t,o animal care services, education and outreach. Every year the Dumb Friends League hosts the Furry Scurry, its largest annual fundraiser raising funds for homeless pets in its care. The