How it Works | Connecting with the Community

A Bridge

Over Troubled Waters

How it Works:

The whole idea behind Links4.net is to link local small businesses with nonprofits, so they can benefit from one another.

Nonprofits have donors, clients and staff – all potential customers for businesses.

Businesses have goods and services nonprofits need – not to mention customers who are potential donors to the nonprofit.

Businesses that donate a percentage of their sales to animal-focused non-profits, using secure merchant service platforms, will be featured on Links4.net.

Links4.net’s list of animal rescues and participating businesses is expected to grow over time, expanding the impact and support available to these organizations.

The Troubled Water:

Nonprofits:

The cost to operate animal rescue nonprofits has significantly increased over the past decade. This is largely due to a record-breaking surge in the number of abandoned, stray, and surrendered animals being taken in by already overcrowded facilities. Many of these animals require intensive medical attention, adding to the challenges faced by rescue organizations. These animals need food, supplies, and consistent medical care, all of which place additional financial strain on rescues striving to provide safe and healthy environments.

Small Local Businesses:

Small local businesses face significant disadvantages when competing with larger companies on pricing for products and services. Larger businesses secure more favorable terms from vendors by committing to higher volumes at lower costs, leaving smaller businesses unable to match these benefits. This disparity results in an uneven playing field, making it even more challenging for small businesses to thrive. Growing financial pressures make it more challenging for small businesses to operate effectively and support their communities.

The Bridge:

Tapping the power of the internet benefits businesses and non profits.

Linking animal wellfare nonprofits with small local businesses creates powerful synergy. This partnership strengthens the local economy and fosters a sense of community. By working together, animal rescues gain greater visibility for their needs, while local businesses cultivate a customer base that values community involvement and social responsibility.