Lily's Second Chance
Help senior dogs get the second chance they deserve.
Your support helps Lily’s Second Chance maintain the senior-dog directory, listing visibility, outreach, and approved assistance programs.
It is not directed to a dog on this page.
Lily's Second Chance is a Tennessee nonprofit corporation. We are building this mission to help shelter dogs get more visibility, more shares, and more chances at adoption.
Tax Status: Lily's Second Chance is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt private foundation (EIN 42-3599446). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations. Keep your PayPal receipt for your records.
By donating you authorize the one-time or recurring charge you select in PayPal’s secure checkout, and agree to the Donation Policy.
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Donations are processed securely by PayPal. Lily's Second Chance does not store your payment information.
6 approved senior-dog community stories so far — and counting.
Donation questions? Contact us. See our Donation Policy.
Ways to give
Donations are processed securely by PayPal. Lily's Second Chance does not store your payment information.
Donate with PayPal
Choose your donation amount and any payment options offered by PayPal’s secure production checkout.
Tax Status: Lily's Second Chance is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt private foundation (EIN 42-3599446). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations. Keep your PayPal receipt for your records.
By donating you authorize the one-time or recurring charge you select in PayPal’s secure checkout, and agree to the Donation Policy.
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Donations are processed securely by PayPal. Lily's Second Chance does not store your payment information.
Why this matters
A little love changes everything.
Lily was adopted at 10 years old and lived to be 17. She proved that senior dogs are not “less time” — they are deep love, loyalty, comfort, and second chances. Lily’s Second Chance exists to help more senior dogs be seen, loved, rehomed, and cared for when they need help most.
“Senior dogs are not too old to be loved. They are worth saving.”
Your impact
Where your support goes
Every contribution supports helping senior dogs be seen for, and given a real second chance. See our impact, how it works, and press coverage for exactly what your support makes possible.
Visibility for senior dogs
Helping senior dogs be seen and shared, and connecting people with shelter and rescue adoption listings.
Care assistance when possible
Supporting only assistance programs the organization has approved and can fund; a donation is never a guarantee for an individual dog.
Food, supplies, and comfort
Supporting approved food, supply, or comfort-care efforts when an active program and resources are available.
Lily’s mission
Helping keep Lily’s legacy alive by showing people that senior dogs are not “too old” — they are worth saving.
Suggested giving amounts
Choose what feels right.
You can choose your final amount securely at checkout.
Tax Status: Lily's Second Chance is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt private foundation (EIN 42-3599446). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations. Keep your PayPal receipt for your records.
By donating you authorize the one-time or recurring charge you select in PayPal’s secure checkout, and agree to the Donation Policy.
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Donations are processed securely by PayPal. Lily's Second Chance does not store your payment information.
Every month, more dogs get seen by people ready to open their homes. Choosing to give monthly — through the same secure checkout above — helps keep that steady, and helps Lily's Second Chance plan ahead for the dogs who need us most. By selecting a recurring contribution, you authorize the selected amount to be charged automatically at the frequency shown until canceled.
Nonprofit transparency
- Organization
- Lily’s Second Chance
- Entity type
- Nonprofit Corporation
- Status
- Active
- State formed
- Tennessee
- Benefit type
- Public Benefit Corporation
- EIN
- 42-3599446
- Control number
- 002125817
- Initial filing date
- July 1, 2026
- IRS status
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt private foundation (Section 509(a))
- Recognized
- Determination letter August 28, 2026 · exemption effective August 11, 2026
- Annual return
- Form 990-PF
- Board of directors
- Sam Darraj, Cole Thiemke
- Mailing address
- 516 S Moore Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37412
Lily's Second Chance helps senior shelter dogs get seen, shared, and adopted by connecting visitors with the shelters and rescues caring for them. Adoption decisions, fees, availability, and final placement are handled directly by each shelter or rescue.
Lily's Second Chance is a Tennessee nonprofit corporation and an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) private foundation (EIN 42-3599446). Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. See our Donation Policy.
Where contributions go
Contributions support Lily's Second Chance’s mission, including site operations, outreach, listing visibility, senior dog resources, transport/supplies, and limited assistance when funds and partners allow. We don’t promise guaranteed medical, rescue, transport, or rehoming assistance for any individual pet.
Your privacy matters
Lily's Second Chance does not sell, rent, or share your personal information or customer data. Donations are processed securely by PayPal. Lily's Second Chance does not store your payment information.
PayPal may provide Lily's Second Chance with basic transaction information for recordkeeping, but sensitive payment details are not stored on this website.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Lily’s Second Chance is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) private foundation (EIN 42-3599446), so contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Please consult a tax professional about your own situation, and see our Donation Policy for full details.
How will funds be used?
Contributions support our mission — site operations, outreach, listing visibility, senior dog resources, transport/supplies, and limited assistance when funds and partners allow. We don’t promise guaranteed medical, rescue, transport, or rehoming assistance for any individual pet.
Do you sell donor information?
No. Lily’s Second Chance does not sell, rent, or share personal information or customer data.
Does Lily’s Second Chance store my card or payment information?
No. Donations are processed securely by PayPal. Lily’s Second Chance does not store your payment information.
Can I share a senior pet who needs help?
Yes. Use the site’s resources and Senior Dog Finder tools to help an older pet get seen.
Give in honor of a senior dog you loved.
Every act of support helps keep the mission moving forward — toward more second chances and more senior dogs finding the love they deserve.
Tax Status: Lily's Second Chance is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt private foundation (EIN 42-3599446). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations. Keep your PayPal receipt for your records.
By donating you authorize the one-time or recurring charge you select in PayPal’s secure checkout, and agree to the Donation Policy.
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