The Caplan-Bensley Foundation
Human - Canine Bond
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Providing proper nourishment for individuals and their pet dogs is essential for the special relationship of humans bonding with their dogs. To fulfill this human-pet bond, it is equally important to support those facing other difficulties that impact their ability to care for their dog.
Jazzy’s Place and CRiSP permit dog owners to continue maintaining a close bond rather than
their pet dogs being placed in an animal shelter or abandoned. These two programs champion the bonded relationship between owners and their beloved pet dogs during their entire lives together.
The CBF is acutely aware of the important role canines play in a human’s life and health. Research has concluded that tangible, mutual benefits exist when dogs are present in people’s lives. Studies have proven the positive impact of human-canine interactions on individual and community health.
For example, pet ownership lowers blood pressure in response to mental stress[1], pet owners have higher “survival rates” after heart attacks[2], and ownership of pets - particularly dogs - may reduce cardio-vascular risk[3].
Furthermore, one study has shown that pet ownership contributes to a decreased frequency of doctor visits[4], thereby resulting in huge savings on public health expenditures.
Pet dogs are extremely beneficial to their owners and are valuable companions to children, the elderly, veterans, and those living alone, or suffering in any way. For many alone or at-risk individuals, their pet dog is the only reason to go on living.
Keeping dogs out of shelters not only saves the life of the dog but also brings huge relief to the owners who can keep their beloved companion and continue to receive the great benefits of that bond. These bonds between humans and their lifelong pet dogs are enhanced and strengthened through both Jazzy’s Place and the CRiSP program.
The Caplan Bensley Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 2007
with the overall mission of providing individuals and families in need, along with their canine companions, a well-nourished, safe and comfortable life.
To achieve this objective, the CBF sponsors two complementary charitable programs:
Jazzy’s Place and Canine Residences in Supporting People (CRiSP).
Jazzy’s Place grants, established in 2013, helps those facing difficulties feed their beloved
pet dog, keeping them at home so they are never abandoned or placed in an animal shelter.
Grants to help households feed their pet dogs are provided through a network of fully vetted food banks and pantries across the country that are part of the nationwide Feeding America® program. The CBF would like to establish additional grant initiatives to greatly expand dog food distribution through similar organizations.
No family or individual should ever have to make the difficult choice between feeding their pet dog or themselves. Providing proper nourishment for themselves and their dogs is essential
for humans bonding with their pets.
CBF seeks to keep vulnerable dogs together with their families by establishing the Canine Residences in Supporting People (CRiSP) grant program.
This initiative would award grants to canine rescue and other nonprofit animal welfare organizations who would identify qualified households and facilitate the rehoming of dogs
for those physically unable to care for their pet dog. Rather than being abandoned and forced
to live in an animal shelter, this program will provide a permanent loving home for the dog, including regular visits with the owner.
This program would give dog owners total comfort knowing that their beloved pet and lifelong friend will be well provided throughout the remainder of its life. Keeping dogs out of shelters not only saves the life of the dog but also brings huge relief to the owners who can still visit with their beloved canine companions during their lifetime.
Together, Jazzy’s Place and CRiSP allow dog owners to continue maintaining a close bond at home, rather than placing their pet dogs in an animal shelter or abandoning them. These two programs preserve the relationship between owners and their beloved pet-dogs during their entire lives together.
CBF is aware of the fraud waste and abuse that exists in many humanitarian relief organizations making it necessary for charitable programs to substantially increase their due diligence in identifying, selecting and helping those truly in need.
As a result, CBF has chosen the critically important path that requires significantly greater emphasis on a thorough vetting process for the entire hierarchical chain of both the Jazzy’s Place and CRiSP charitable grant programs.
Jazzy’s Place grant program is subsidized by David Reid and Maria Bensley Caplan. The Caplans will also cover all fundraising expenses for new initiatives and make their property in Millbrook, NY available for operational and fundraising purposes. Donors can have complete confidence knowing that all contributions will be dedicated to fulfilling the charitable benefits of these programs and not used for fundraising.
The CBF is considering the establishment of a prototype CRiSP program in Dutchess County with Millbrook-Estate as its headquarters. This model could subsequently be implemented in the surrounding counties of New York State and eventually the entire United States.
Both the Jazzy’s Place and CRiSP grant programs concurrently strive to provide owners and their loving pet dogs with a well-fed, secure and comfortable life at home; and together fulfill the CBF’s strategic mission of “Saving Both Ends of the Leash”®.