Thanks to the generous support of countless Boxer lovers, the Boxer Rescue Foundation is awarding a total of $14,000 to rescue groups around the country in 2007.

BRF Grant Committee members each received copies of the twelve applications that were filed by the deadline. Two applicants were not considered because they did not comply with application requirements.

Members individually reviewed the applications before the discussion phase began. Then the Committee, working collectively, examined a variety of factors including (but not limited to): 1) number of rescue Boxers served in the first six months of 2007, 2) medical and other rescue expenses, 3) geographical area covered and population of that area, 4) how the group plans to spend the BRF Grant money, 5) fund raising, 6) rescue practices (ethics, willingness to work with potential adopters and/or surrendering families, contracts, etc.), and 7) how the applicant group's rescue philosophy matches with the philosophy of the Boxer Rescue Foundation. The Committee also checked references and letters of recommendation and comment.

BRF Grant money will be used for expenses that Boxer rescue groups face on a regular basis. The groups are required to submit receipts to show how they spent the Grant money.

The Boxer Rescue Foundation is pleased to introduce the 2007 BRF Grant Recipients. Photos are group volunteers with rescue Boxers.