SUPPPORTING MASSACHUSETTS' POLICE K-9 TEAMS. FOUNDED 2000

Massachusetts Vest-a-Dog, Inc. (hereinafter called MAVAD) is an all volunteer 501(c)3 registered non-profit.

Registered as a Public Charity with the MA Attorney General’s Office.

Certificate of Solicitation #: 048402

Tax ID#: 45-0592275

CONTACT INFO:

MASSACHUSETTS VEST-A-DOG
PO Box 113
Mendon, MA 01756

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE NECESSARY INFORMATION BEFORE FILLING OUT FORM

A.) MASSACHUSETTS VEST-A-DOG POLICE K-9 VEST REQUEST

POLICE VEST CAN BE REQUESTED 365 DAYS A YEAR.

Please complete the below form to request a vest for your K9.

**K9 must be 18 months or older**

Once completed a volunteer from MA Vest a Dog will contact you if we need any additional info.

PLEASE NOTE: Vests can take a few months for delivery.

IMPORTANT SHIPPING INFO: UPS / Customs may charge additional fees when the vest is shipped. If you receive a notice from UPS please do not pay, email us and we will pay UPS for any additional costs.

B.) MASSACHUSETTS VEST-A-DOG, INC. MISSION STATEMENT

rev: August 2011

MASSACHUSETT'S VEST-A-DOG MISSION IS TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR:

1.) Essential equipment for police / law enforcement K-9 programs throughout Massachusetts;

Essential equipment includes:

Specialized equipment for the K-9 dog (bullet/stab-protective K-9 vests, K-9 first aid kits, canine oxygen masks, reflective K-9 gear, specialized harnesses), training/protective clothing (bite suits/pants/jackets/sleeves/hand protectors/helmets), K-9 cruiser specialized items (kennels, heat detector/door popper units, secure storage units, door panels, window guards/fans, rear A/C systems).

Training aids (tugs, scent kits), training equipment (K-9 agility structures, scent-training boxes). Expendables (one-and-done) items will not be funded.

2.) Training distinct from customary and usual training for police / law enforcement K-9 programs throughout Massachusetts;

Training distinct from cutomary and usual K-9 training is funding:

For training staff, K-9 handlers and their K-9 partners to attend training seminars or to fund guest trainers. Priority will be given to training that will benefit more handlers (ie: for Trainers or for guest trainers that are invited to conduct a seminar open to multiple departments or for handlers that are willing to present what they learned in a seminar to multiple departments).

Training support will not include minimal department-required in-service for certification, additional areas of certification or re-certification/maintenance training.

3.) Purchase of dogs for police / law enforcement K-9 programs throughout Massachusetts.

Purchase of dogs is:

Partial funding of a dog specifically for K-9 Police Law Enforcement work.

**Essential equipment, training and purchase of dogs” can be further defined and also include any other reasonable request that is related, but not stated specifically above.

C.) PUBLIC RELATIONS AGREEMENT

Failure to accommodate Public Relations requirements could jeopardize future award potential.

Public Relations Responsibilities of Grant Awardees

These awards are made possible because of generous donors and tireless volunteers – it is important they know how their funding is being spent!

1.) Photos

Photos of all items shall be emailed to MAVAD (grants@mavestadog.org ), for use in social media posts/collage of awards funded/press releases/newsletters, website within 45 days of receipt/implementation.

2.) Public Announcement of Awards

Departments are expected to announce receipt of their award via their social media Chanels and/or press releases and/or press events, within 3 (three) months receipt/implementation.

Departments are expected to tag MA VEST-A-DOG social channels with their posts. Applicants (or representatives from their department) may be requested to be present at a MAVAD press conference or presentation at a mutually workable date/time/place.

3.) Social Channels

FACEBOOK: @mavestadog

INSTAGRAM: @mavestadog

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/massachusetts-vest-a-dog/

D.) TEMPLATE PRESS RELEASE

Please cut and paste the below press release template, customize to your grant and distribute to local and state wide outlets.

(NAME OF AGENCY) (K-9 NAME) has received donation of (GRANT DONATION ITEM(S)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (TOWN/CITY, MA), (DATE)

(NAME OF DEPARTMENT) (K-9 NAME) has received (GRANT DONATION ITEM(s) thanks to a charitable donation from the all volunteer, non-profit organization MASSACHUSETTS VEST-A-DOG. (IF VEST) K9 (NAME) vest was sponsored by MA VEST-A-DOG and embroidered with the sentiment (FROM DONOR IF APPLICABLE).

MA VEST-A-DOG, established in 2000, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to support Massachusetts' Police K-9s and teams with bullet and stab proof vests, essential equipment, training and dogs.

Since its inception, MA VEST-A-DOG, Inc. has provided over 700+ vests to K9s (including over 200 specialized SWAT K-9 Vests) across the commonwealth.

The vest program is open to Massachusetts' Certified Law Enforcement dogs that are at least 18 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate.

MA VEST-A-DOG accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a protective vest donations range from $1,200-$2,000 depending on the type of vest. Each comes with a five-year warranty.

For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please reachout to us at info@mavestadog.org. MA VEST-A-DOG provides information, event info, offers merchandise and accepts donations at https://mavestadog.org or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 113, Mendon, MA 01756.

E.) APPLICATION OVERVIEW

Failure to follow instructions properly or delivery of an incomplete Vest Application could result in dismissal of the vest or delay in processing/delivery.

1.) All applicants will receive an email from MAVAD, confirming receipt of their request.

2.) MAVAD reserves the right to request additional information from applicants as needed.

3.) Payment of vest will be made directly to manufacturer.

4.) Vest will be shipped to the handler directly to the address provided.

5.). Upon delivery of the vest please email MAVAD. Manufacturers do not notify MAVAD when shipped.

NOTICE: MAVAD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual preference, age, disability or veterans status, with respect to the support which MAVAD provides in it’s Articles of Organization.

F.) K-9 VEST REQUEST BEGINS HERE

DATE

DEPARTMENT INFO

DEPARTMENT

REQUESTING OFFICER

First

Last

DEPARTMENT ADDRESS

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

CELL PHONE

EMAIL

Email

Confirm Email

HANDLER INFO

HANDLER (if different from requesting officer)

First

Last

HANDLER CELL PHONE

HANDLER EMAIL

SHIPPING INFO (if different from Department)

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

EXISTING VEST

Does your K-9 currently have a vest?

Yes
No

Vest Type

Who provided the vest?

Original Date of Issue

K-9 INFO

K-9 NAME

K-9 BREED

K-9 AGE (K9 must be 18 months or older) *

K-9 WEIGHT

K-9 Neck Circumference (inches)

K-9 Chest Measurement (inches)

K-9 BIRTHDAY

K-9 CERTIFICATION(s)

VEST TYPES

LOF STREETFIGHTER VEST

The LOF K9 StreetFighter Vest is a soft body armour protective vest for your K9 companion. This protective vest is specially designed to be lightweight and mobile while also protecting the K9’s vital organs without them becoming exhausted from excessive heat and weight. Aiding alongside the bullet-resistant armour, the StreetFighter vest also contains an inner layer of Outlast Thermal Management Systems™ fabric to prevent excessive heat soaking and to help regulate your K9's body temperature keeping them comfortable and cool.

Outlast Thermal Management Systems™ (Body Temperature Regulating Fabric)
Interchangeable ballistic panels
Harness and armour are positively buoyant
Compatible with a number of LOF products
Quick and easy to don & doff
Precision manufacturing with quality control built into every process of production

K-9 STORM PATROL VEST

(SWAT & STOP Only)

Scientifically Proven to Not Increase Your Dog's Internal Body Temperature

We conducted a major heat study that PROVED that wearing a K9 Storm Ballistic Vest in hot conditions has zero effect on your dog's internal body temperature. Watch the heat study video above or download the entire 100 page heat study, here.

Unrivaled Fit

Since 1998, the K9 Storm Patrol Swat Vest has been the custom-fit body armor of choice for k9 units in over 35 countries. Every single Patrol Swat Vest is individually made to your dog's own unique measurements using our patented self-adjusting sizing kit process. This allows your working dog to have a full range of mobility and agility. Our custom-fit design allows your dog to work effortlessly in their Patrol Swat Vest for their entire shift, 100% of the time.

Your working dog's Patrol Swat Vest is a one-off product - it will fit your dog perfectly, and your dog perfectly alone.

New Ultra-Light Ballistic Panels

It's time to rethink everything you've ever thought about tactical body armor.

The K9 Storm Patrol Swat Vest is the lightest police dog body armor available. 40% lighter and 55% thinner than our previous model, the new Patrol Swat Vest ballistic panels weigh, on average, only 1.5 lbs. Our panels are now only an 1/8" thick.

Our newest ballistic technology is now available in every K9 Storm Vest.

Track, Search, Rappel, Extract, & Apprehend

The K9 Storm Patrol Swat Vest is your all-in-one solution for your working dog and is recommended that handlers both train and work 100% of the time in their gear. Eliminate all additional products and allow your dog to do their job and come home safe.