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Did you know pet owners have a higher than average propensity to leave charitable bequests in their wills? This generosity, combined with the way responsible pet owners tend to use estate plans to care for their pets when they pass away, means that animal organizations are uniquely positioned to help their supporters while securing legacy gifts. Learn more about how FreeWill helps animal welfare organizations secure more legacy gifts: https://bit.ly/3xlJPqe

TODAY, on Giving Tuesday, you can help with the ongoing work of these dedicated officers. Our Animal Protection Officers face one of the toughest, most dangerous jobs in the shelter world—and they do it willingly, day in and day out, because the animals need them. From responding to distress calls to rescuing animals in life-threatening situations, the risks are real, and the emotional toll is heavy. But despite the challenges, they stay. They stay for the animals who have no voice, no advocate—those who are sick, injured, or abandoned. This #GivingTuesday, your donation can make a direct impact on the lives of both the animals our officers rescue and the officers themselves. Your support helps keep our team safe as they face dangerous situations, provides the critical care the animals need to heal, and enables us to offer ongoing training and education to ensure our officers are equipped to handle the toughest of challenges. By giving today, you're not just supporting the rescue efforts—you’re empowering our team to continue their life-saving work with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ecpttqWg

#DYK- The CFC has a charitable cause area called "GIVE COMPANIONSHIP" that focuses on animal welfare. Some examples of how CFC charities work in the animal welfare area include: Rehabilitating injured wildlife, Providing veterinary support, and providing other resources to keep animals safe and healthy. We know there are a lot of giving options out there. You might be wondering: Why should I give through the U.S. Office of Personnel Management CFC? Here are four great reasons: Give through Payroll Deduction. Give to Multiple Charities. Give for Greater Impact. GIVE HAPPY! Make your impact. Donate today at GiveCFC.org. #GiveCFC

Animal Ask's recent article explores a framework for evaluating animal welfare interventions, aiming to balance trade-offs between different subjective experiences of animals. By considering various moral perspectives and the differing importance of species' experiences, the framework provides a comprehensive method to compare and prioritize interventions effectively. #animalwelfare #animalsentience #animalrights #moralphilosophy

We are beyond excited to present to you our latest report, which we hope will be of help from many groups and animal advocates: Animal welfare in the United States: Opportunities for impact. From the Summary: "In this report, we give an overview of animal production in the United States. We explore which industries are responsible for the largest amount of animal exploitation in the United States. We touch on all major farmed and wild-caught sectors in the country, before taking a deeper look at egg production and chicken meat production. Looking at how animal production is clustered by state and county, we point out where there are opportunities for animal advocacy organisations to make the biggest impact on the lives of animals. We also provide an overview of the economic forces that determine how animals are farmed and killed, which can help us to understand whether any given campaign will deliver the impact that we intend." ----- We want to help you! Are you an animal advocacy organisation seeking to conduct a high-impact campaign? We would love to work with you—like the insights in this report, we can provide detailed, specific analysis for the campaigns that your organisation is interested in. This is an initial scoping report, and we have only scratched the surface. We can inform the choice of campaign to empower your organisation to do the most good for animals. ----- https://lnkd.in/dguridNe #animalwelfare #animaladvocacy #farmanimals #animalscience #effectivealtruism #farmanimalwelfare #EAGLondon #poultry #eggs

Meet EASApp™ ☔ The Emergency Animal Shelter App to Save Pet Lives and Help Communities Prepare for Disasters. EASApp™ is a critical tool for preparedness training and on-site support during disasters. Designed with volunteers in mind, EASApp™ offers a user-friendly desktop and mobile device operational platform that allows your team to learn quickly and hit the ground running. Let volunteers focus on the safety and care of animals – all from a laptop, tablet or smartphone. "The app being developed by DARTCC is quite simply a game-changer for local, state and national animal response agencies." Visit @DARTCC-EASApp or www.dartcc.org to donate and support the cause! #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #socialgood #givingback #donate #animalrescue #animalrescueteam #emergencypreparedness #disastermanagement #climatechange #disasterpreparedness #disaster #volunteer #veterinarian

🚨 Exciting News! 🎥✨ ☔ DARTCC has launched our official YouTube channel to share details about modules, tools, features and all the inner-workings that EASApp™ offers. 🐾 If you're a #volunteer or #veterinarian of a disaster animal response team and passionate about #disasterpreparedness in your community, be sure to check out our user-friendly, first-of-its-kind Emergency Animal Shelter App -- yes, APP! So your team can focus on pet care, not paperwork! Watch, share with your team, and subscribe for updates! #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #socialgood #givingback #donate #animalrescue #animalrescueteam #emergencypreparedness #disastermanagement #climatechange #disaster

The Challenge of Fundraising for Animal Welfare 🐾 In the world of fundraising, animal welfare can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Unlike human services, where the impact is often immediate and visible, our work at the Humane Society of Missouri focuses on giving a voice to those who can’t speak for themselves—our animals. What drives us as fundraisers is knowing that every dollar raised translates directly into lives saved: a puppy rescued from neglect, a senior cat finding comfort in its final days, or a rehabilitated animal thriving in a forever home. But we also know it takes creativity and connection to inspire people to see the value in our work. My team and I are always looking for new ways to tell these stories, build trust, and connect our community’s passion to the urgent needs of the animals we serve. When we connect hearts to our mission, we not only raise funds—we build a movement of people who care deeply about the well-being of all creatures in our city. To my fellow fundraisers: never underestimate the power of storytelling. It’s the bridge between empathy and action. Let’s continue to inspire others to support the causes that matter most. #AnimalWelfare #Fundraising #NonprofitLeadership #HSMO #Storytelling #InspireChange #Philanthropy

We recently hosted an inspiring roundtable event featuring insights from our founder, Scottie DeFries DeFries, our marketing expert Lauren Mink and our Nonprofit partners. 🐾 Nonprofit animal rescue organizations came together for an educational session covering: 🔵 Fundraising in the Digital Age 🔵 Harnessing Social Media 🔵 Effective Marketing & Storytelling Attendees left equipped with actionable strategies to grow their reach and raise funds for their organizations. This conversation empowered rescues to connect with supporters, tell compelling stories, and reach a wider audience—all to save more animals in need. Watch the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/grrQ-zub A big thank you to everyone who participated and shared valuable ideas on strengthening our mission to save lives. If you're passionate about animal rescue—whether you're part of a nonprofit, an advocate, or just love animals—this discussion is a must-watch! Stay tuned for more educational content that strengthens rescue efforts and helps save lives! 🐶🐱 #AnimalRescue #Nonprofit #Fundraising #SocialMedia #Marketing #Storytelling #SaveLives #roundtable #roundtablediscussion

The Power of Giving Back 😊 At Cartmell Shepherd we believe that helping out in our community and giving back is an important part of our company ethos. Each year many of our team get stuck in helping numerous local charities in a wide variety of ways. Supporting charities and volunteering in the community isn’t just good for those in need—it’s great for our team. Here’s why: 1. Boosts Morale: Helping others creates a sense of purpose and increases job satisfaction. 2. Builds Teams: Shared volunteering experiences strengthen collaboration and relationships. 3. Develops Skills: Employees grow leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. 4. Improves Well-being: Giving back reduces stress and promotes happiness. 5. Connects Communities: Engaging locally builds a sense of belonging and shared impact. Huge thanks to Rob Winder and Rebecca Armstrong for supporting OAK TREE ANIMALS' CHARITY in their roles as Trustees #Volunteering #EmployeeWellbeing #CorporateResponsibility