 | "Donations in Action"
A testament to your kindness and the incredible impact you have made on animals across the globe. |
| | Thanks to your incredible generosity, we’ve been able to make a real difference in the lives of countless animals through our various campaigns. Your donations have fueled actions that have transformed despair into hope, suffering into healing, and abandonment into love. Here’s how your support has been put into action: |
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| Restoring Hope to Abandoned Dogs in South Africa |
| Country: South Africa Organization: Soshanguve Animal Shelter Original Appeal: Abandonment to Affection: South Africa’s Dogs Need You
Thanks to the generosity of Animals First Aid supporters, Soshanguve Animal Shelter has successfully increased its capacity to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome abandoned dogs in the community. Your donations have helped provide essential veterinary care, food, and safe housing for these vulnerable animals.
The shelter has expressed deep gratitude for the partnership with Animals First Aid, highlighting that your contributions have allowed them to vaccinate, sterilize, and deworm countless dogs. “The support from Animals First Aid has enabled us to care for more dogs than we ever thought possible,” says the Soshanguve team. In addition to medical care, the shelter has implemented educational initiatives for local children and families, teaching them about the importance of responsible pet ownership and the humane treatment of animals. This focus on education is vital to building a compassionate community around animal welfare in Soshanguve.
One of the shelter’s recent campaigns, made possible through Animals First Aid’s assistance, led to a surge in adoption inquiries and a broader awareness of the harsh conditions many township dogs face. The shelter team remarked, “Without the backing of Animals First Aid, many of these dogs wouldn’t have made it. The difference this partnership has made is felt every day at our shelter.”
Despite the progress, the shelter still faces challenges as veterinary costs, food, and shelter maintenance are ongoing expenses. However, with your continued support, Soshanguve is confident that many more animals will find safety and love.
To read more about this impact and the work being done, refer to the Soshanguve Animal Shelter's article. Together, we are making a tangible difference in the lives of South Africa’s most vulnerable dogs.
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| Saving Innocent Lives in Mahdia |
| Country: Mahdia, Tunisia Organization: Un cœur sur pattes Mahdia Original Appeal: Saving Innocent Lives: Support Our Life-Saving Mission in Mahdia
Thanks to your incredible support, Animals First Aid has been able to extend life-saving assistance to Un Cœur sur Pattes Mahdia in Tunisia, where Virginie and her dedicated team have been working tirelessly to rescue and rehabilitate abandoned and mistreated animals. With your contributions, the shelter has been able to offer critical care—ranging from medical treatments and vaccinations to food and shelter—for animals who would otherwise have been left to suffer.
Virginie, the passionate founder of Un Cœur sur Pattes Mahdia, has been on the ground day in and day out, personally ensuring that each animal receives the care they need. Your donations have empowered the shelter to focus not only on emergency care but also on sustainable efforts like spaying and neutering programs, which are crucial to reducing the stray animal population in Mahdia. Many of these animals arrive in poor health, and your support has made it possible to provide them with a new lease on life.
However, as winter approaches, Virginie has flagged an urgent need for blankets to keep the rescued animals warm. "We’ve made great strides in saving lives, but with the cold weather coming, we need additional resources to ensure that no animal is left out in the cold," Virginie shared. The need for blankets is particularly pressing during these colder months, and your continued support will help provide this basic but essential comfort for the animals.
In addition to rescuing animals, Virginie and her team have worked hard to engage the local community in animal welfare, educating them on the importance of compassion and responsible pet ownership. These efforts are fostering a culture of care in Mahdia, where more and more locals are stepping forward to foster, adopt, or volunteer their time to help the shelter. Virginie noted, "This partnership with Animals First Aid has been a lifeline for us and the animals. We are incredibly grateful for every donor who has made this mission possible."
Your generosity has truly transformed lives, but there is still work to be done. As the shelter prepares for winter, every donation helps provide blankets, medical care, and the daily essentials needed to keep the animals safe and comfortable. With your continued support, Virginie and her team can make sure that no animal has to face the harsh winter alone. Together, we are giving these innocent animals a second chance and spreading hope throughout Mahdia.
Thank you for being a vital part of this mission to save lives in Tunisia!
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| Saving Teddy and Feeding 200 Cats in Morocco |
| Country: Morocco Organization: Sunshine Animal Refuge Agadir (SARA) Original Appeal: Emergency: Hind Legs and Tail Severed – Help Us Save Teddy Emergency: 200 Shelter Cats Facing Starvation in Morocco
Thanks to your extraordinary generosity, Animals First Aid has made incredible progress in Morocco, achieving milestones that would not have been possible without your help. We are thrilled to share that Teddy, the brave cat who suffered the unimaginable loss of his hind legs and tail, is doing remarkably well. After receiving critical surgery and care, Teddy is showing incredible resilience and adjusting to his new life with the love and attention he deserves.
Alongside Teddy’s recovery, we are also celebrating another major achievement—200 cats in Morocco have been fed thanks to your donations! This milestone was previously unachievable, but your support has ensured that these shelter cats, who were on the brink of starvation, now have the nourishment they need to survive. Your contributions have saved lives, provided hope, and strengthened the community of shelters caring for these animals.
"This achievement would not have been possible without the kindness of our donors," said Michèle (SARA Founder). "Not only have we been able to feed 200 cats, but we’ve also witnessed Teddy’s remarkable recovery, which has touched the hearts of everyone involved."
The shelters in Morocco continue to face daily challenges in feeding and caring for the many animals they take in, but with your ongoing support, these cats now have a fighting chance. Every meal, every surgery, and every bit of care they receive is a direct result of your compassion.
We’re building a better future for our rescues. With your help, we’ve already built homes for 40 dogs, and now we’re expanding to house 80 more. Every donation helps us continue this vital work.
Thank you for standing with us to save Teddy and ensure that 200 shelter cats have a full stomach and a safe place to call home. Together, we are creating life-changing impact, one animal at a time.
Your generosity is making miracles happen. Let's keep the momentum going!
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| Rescuing Tanzania's Overworked Donkeys |
| Country: Tanzania Organization: Tanzania Animal Welfare Society (TAWESO) Original Appeal: Neglected, Untreated, and Overworked: Poor Donkeys of Tanzania Need Your Help
Your incredible support has made a world of difference for Tanzania's overworked and neglected donkeys. These resilient animals, burdened with excessive labor and often left untreated for severe injuries, are now receiving the care they desperately need. Thanks to your donations, TAWESO has been able to provide essential medical treatments, including wound care, vaccinations, and deworming, to ensure these donkeys can heal and continue their vital role in their communities.
Dr. Thomas W. Kahema, the head of TAWESO, expressed his heartfelt gratitude: "The assistance from Animals First Aid and its supporters has been lifesaving for many donkeys here in Tanzania. We’ve treated numerous animals who would have otherwise been left to suffer, and we are working tirelessly to educate communities on the importance of humane treatment for these animals. This collaboration is truly changing lives."
Your support has also allowed TAWESO to implement outreach programs, educating local donkey owners on proper care and sustainable working practices, ensuring a better future for these animals. Donkeys are the backbone of many rural communities, and by improving their welfare, we’re also improving the livelihoods of the people who depend on them.
The journey is far from over. Many donkeys are still facing neglect and abuse, but with your continued help, we can reach even more animals in need. Your generosity is making a tangible difference, and together, we are ensuring that these gentle, hardworking donkeys receive the care and compassion they deserve.
Thank you for being a crucial part of this mission to improve the lives of Tanzania’s donkeys! |
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| Urgent Aid for Starving Cats and Dogs in Serbia |
| Country: Serbia Organizations: Vera Vita and Jelena Sanctuary Original Appeal: Time is Running Out: Without Your Help, They Won't Survive
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we have been able to provide critical aid to two shelters in Serbia: Vera Vita and Jelena Sanctuary. Both shelters were facing extreme shortages of food and medical supplies, leaving hundreds of cats at risk of starvation and untreated health conditions. Your donations have ensured that these animals are now receiving daily meals and veterinary care, giving them the second chance they so desperately needed.
Jelena, the founder of Jelena Sanctuary, has expressed her deep gratitude for the support: “We were struggling to keep up with food and vet bills, but thanks to Animals First Aid and its donors, our cats are finally safe and well-fed. We can now continue to provide the care they need without the constant worry of running out of supplies.”
Vera Vita has also benefited immensely from your contributions, using the funds to cover vital veterinary treatments and secure food for the many abandoned and rescued cats in their care. "We were running out of hope before this support came in," shared a representative from Vera Vita. "Now, we can focus on helping more animals in need without the looming fear of how we would keep them fed and healthy."
Your donations have not only saved these animals from immediate danger but also provided these shelters with the resources to continue their mission of rescuing and rehabilitating Serbia’s most vulnerable animals. The situation remains urgent, but with your continued support, Vera Vita and Jelena Sanctuary are confident that they can continue to care for the animals who depend on them.
Thank you for standing by us and making an incredible impact in the lives of these innocent cats. Your support has truly been life-saving, and together, we are ensuring a brighter future for Serbia’s animals in need.
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| A Race Against Time – Susmita's Mission to Save Hundreds of Strays |
| Country: India Organization: Susmita’s Rescue Mission Original Appeal: No Food and Medicine: Support Susmita’s Mission to Save Hundreds of Strays
In the bustling streets of Kolkata, West Bengal, a battle for survival is unfolding. Hundreds of strays—lost, abused, and forgotten—rely on one woman’s relentless compassion and courage to stay alive. Susmita has dedicated her life to rescuing the most vulnerable animals, providing them with food, shelter, and medical care. But now, her mission is hanging by a thread. With no food, no medicine, and dwindling resources, the future of these helpless animals is in jeopardy.
Through your generous donations, we’ve been able to extend a lifeline to Susmita’s rescue efforts, but the fight is far from over. The streets are still overflowing with hungry, sick animals, desperate for the most basic necessities. Every dollar you give brings hope to an animal in crisis, offering the food they need to survive and the medicine required to heal their wounds.
"Without this support, we couldn’t keep going. The animals depend on us, and thanks to Animals First Aid and its donors, we’ve been able to save lives that would have otherwise been lost," Susmita shares with gratitude.
The scale of suffering is immense, but so is the power of your kindness. With each passing day, more animals are brought to safety, but countless others are still out there, waiting for a chance. Your contributions are not just donations—they are life-saving interventions in a fight against time, hunger, and neglect.
Susmita’s mission is one of pure devotion, but she can’t do it alone. The need is urgent, the situation dire, and these animals have no other hope but us. Together, we can turn the tide and rescue more animals from the streets of Kolkata, giving them the chance to experience love and safety, perhaps for the first time in their lives.
Your generosity has already made an incredible impact, but the mission is far from complete. Now, more than ever, we need your continued support to provide food, medicine, and care to hundreds of strays who have nowhere else to turn. Please join us in saving these precious lives—because, for them, every moment counts.
Thank you for being their voice and their salvation. |
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| Rescuing the Forgotten Strays of Serbia – The Journey of Luna and Coco |
| Country: Serbia
Organization: OAZA Serbia Original Appeal: Starved, Abused, Abandoned: Help Rescue Strays in Serbia
Save the Forgotten: Rescue, Recover, and Rehome with OAZA
Thanks to your generosity and the relentless work of OAZA Serbia, we have been able to rescue, care for, and rehome countless animals who were once lost and forgotten on the streets of Serbia. Two of these remarkable animals are Luna and Coco—both victims of starvation and abandonment, but now thriving thanks to your support.
Luna, a beautiful stray who was found malnourished and injured, is now in the process of finding her forever home. She has made an incredible recovery, and with the support of loving adopters, Luna is on her way to a new life filled with hope. Coco, another rescue with a heartbreaking story of abuse, has also found her way into the loving care of OAZA. Today, Coco is regaining strength and health thanks to the medical care and shelter provided through your donations.
These two lives, like so many others, are living proof of the impact your contributions are making. Every meal, every veterinary treatment, and every moment of safety is only possible because of your compassion. "Animals like Luna and Coco wouldn’t stand a chance without the support of Animals First Aid and its donors," shares a rescuer at OAZA Serbia. "They’re the lucky ones, but so many more are still out there, waiting for help." Through your donations, OAZA has been able to continue its mission to rescue, recover, and rehome countless animals in desperate need. The strays of Serbia—once forgotten—are now finding their way to safety, health, and love, one by one.
But the journey isn’t over. There are still many more Lunas and Cocos waiting for their second chance. Your support is their lifeline. Together, we can ensure that more animals are saved from the harsh realities of life on the streets and given the care and love they deserve.
Thank you for being part of this mission and for saving the lives of Serbia’s most vulnerable animals. With your continued support, we can help more animals like Luna and Coco find their way to forever homes.
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| Supporting Lanseria Ferals at the Rescue Expo in Bryanston, South Africa |
| Country: South Africa
Organization: Lanseria Ferals in collaboration with Animals First Aid
Original Appeal: We Must Stop the Sickening Torture of Cats in South Africa: Help Us Save Our Cats
Animals First Aid is proud to have sponsored Lanseria Ferals, an organization dedicated to feeding and sterilizing over 200 feral cats in the Lanseria area, to attend the Rescue Collective SA Expo in Bryanston, South Africa. This event was a pivotal moment for Lanseria Ferals, giving them an opportunity to raise awareness about the critical work they do for the feral cats and allowing them to connect with other animal welfare organizations throughout South Africa.
The expo led to an overwhelming response of support, with Lanseria Ferals receiving generous donations of pet food to support their ongoing efforts to care for feral cats in need. These donations are a crucial step toward sterilizing more cats and preventing the bottom feeders from contributing to the growing feral population.
This event also marks a key moment in the expansion of Animals First Aid’s operations in South Africa. As our work grows in this region, we are preparing to establish Animals First Aid NPC South Africa to further aid organizations like Lanseria Ferals and address the broader needs of the country’s animals. Through partnerships like this, we are able to make a substantial impact and provide continued support where it is needed most. Together, we are creating a stronger, more compassionate future for South Africa’s animals. Thank you for standing with us and helping to make a difference! |
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| A Tragic Goodbye – Saving Donkeys and Equines in Need |
| Country: South Africa
Organization: Blindlove in collaboration with Animals First Aid
Original Appeals: In South Africa, the plight of donkeys and other equines continues to be a heartbreaking reality, but thanks to your unwavering support, we’ve been able to step in and provide life-saving care to those who need it the most. While we faced the tragic loss of a beloved donkey, we remain committed to ensuring that no more animals face such a fate.
Your donations have allowed us to continue supporting local rescue groups who are working tirelessly to save overworked, abused, and neglected equines. Whether it’s providing medical care, shelter, or food, your contributions have helped to give these gentle animals a second chance at life. The funds raised have been critical in addressing urgent needs, from treating injuries to offering refuge to equines who have endured unimaginable hardship.
The reality remains that there are still many donkeys and horses who need our help. We cannot do it alone, and we are counting on your continued support to ensure that no animal is left behind. "Without the help of Animals First Aid, many of these equines would have no chance of survival," Phillipa Du Toit founder of Blindlove shared. "But with your support, we’re able to keep going and ensure they receive the care they deserve."
With your help, we can continue this critical mission. Your donations are not just saving lives—they are giving hope to animals that were once forgotten. Thank you for being a part of this vital work, and together, we can ensure that no equine is left to suffer. Every life saved is a testament to your compassion and generosity. Let’s continue this journey and provide these animals with the love, care, and dignity they deserve.
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| A Heartfelt Plea to End the Torture of Cats in Morocco |
| Country: Morocco
Organization: YOU CAN SAVE ME SHELTER
Original Appeals: The support we’ve received for our efforts to save cats from horrific torture and abuse in Morocco has been nothing short of overwhelming. Thanks to your incredible generosity, we have been able to provide emergency care to countless cats who have suffered unimaginable cruelty. From those blinded, beaten, and mutilated, to the abandoned, your donations have given these animals the chance to heal and experience love, perhaps for the first time in their lives.
Cats have always held a special place in the hearts of our supporters, and it is because of this immense compassion that we have made significant strides in rescuing and rehabilitating these innocent creatures. But the problem of torture and abuse remains, and it is more urgent than ever for us to act.
We are not stopping at rescue efforts alone. Animals First Aid is now planning to take bold steps to bring about legislative change. We will be launching petitions and working closely with local partners to lobby for stronger laws against the torture of cats in Morocco. Our goal is to ensure that the heinous acts of cruelty these animals endure are met with firm legal consequences, so no more cats have to suffer in silence.
"Every rescued cat represents a victory in the face of cruelty, but we must push for long-lasting change to stop this from happening again," says Fatim shelter founder. "With the support of Animals First Aid and their amazing donors, we are not only saving lives—we are fighting for justice."
This mission is one of love, resilience, and hope. Together, we are not only transforming the lives of tortured cats but are working towards a future where such brutality is no longer tolerated. The road ahead is long, but with your continued support, we will ensure that these innocent animals are protected by law.
Thank you for standing with us in this battle. Every donation, every voice raised, and every action taken is a step closer to creating a world where no cat has to face such pain and suffering again. Let's continue this fight, for them, and for a better tomorrow. |
| | We Cannot Do This Without You. It is with heartfelt gratitude that we share these updates with you. Each one of these "Donations in Action" stories is a testament to your kindness and the incredible impact you have made on animals across the globe. We still have much work to do, but together, we are creating a world where love, care, and compassion can conquer cruelty.
Thank you for standing with us. Thank you for being the voice for the voiceless.
Your generosity is changing lives—one donation, one rescue, one heartbeat at a time.
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