FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 1, 2010
Contact:
Dan Shirey
Banfield Charitable Trust
503-922-5801
BANFIELD CHARITABLE TRUST AWARDS $146,600 IN GRANTS TO PET RELATED ORGANIZATIONS
The Banfield Charitable Trust (BCT) recently awarded 19 grants, totaling $146,600 during its winter grant cycle to nonprofit organizations offering education and services for Pets and families in local communities. The grants were awarded for programs that fit one or more of the following criteria:
- Focus on keeping Pets and families together
- Promote preventive healthcare for Pets
- Foster the human-Pet bond
- Develop interest in veterinary careers among children
"We're thrilled to support dynamic organizations that put Pets and their families first in their local communities," said Dianne McGill, executive director and chief executive officer of the BCT. "In 2009 we were able to fund more programs that make a difference in the lives of Pets and people."
Sacramento, CA-based United Animal Nations received $20,000 for their Emergency Animal Rescue Services (EARS) program, which provides free emergency shelter and disaster relief services for the communities they serve. In addition to providing Pet care services during natural disasters and other crises, EARS also educates local communities to include Pets in disaster planning. "In an emergency, it's most important that family members know everyone is safe and well-cared for. Thanks to BCT, this includes the family pets," said Nicole Forsyth, president and CEO of United Animal Nations.
Banfield Charitable Trust also funded a $10,000 grant to the Coalition to Unchain Dogs which builds fences for families in and around Durham, North Carolina. A fenced yard allows an outdoor dog to run around free rather than being chained. "For a dog, a fenced yard brings a happier, healthier dimension to daily life. Now, the family and Pet can interact in a far more humane manner," said Amanda Arrington, director of the Coalition to Unchain Dogs, "BCT understands that when dogs are free to play in their own yard, the whole family benefits."
Another North Carolina organization received $7,500 in funding. The Citizens' Pet Responsibility Committee of Moore County created and executes an education program for fourth grade students which teaches Pet responsibility. It focuses on responsible care of Pets and the importance of preventing Pet overpopulation. "Early childhood education positively shapes lives and this funding allows our young people to fully learn about pet responsibility and the importance of veterinary care," said Angela Zumwalt, co-chair for the Citizens' Pet Responsibility Committee.
The Shade Tree, a Las Vegas, Nevada based shelter for homeless and abused women and children received $10,000 for their program that benefits their clients' Pets. This on site sanctuary, Noah's Animal House, provides clients' Pets with access to routine exams, preventive care, dental care and Pet care classes. "The women and children living in our shelter are starting new chapters in their lives," said Marlene Richter, The Shade Tree's executive director, "Thanks to BCT many women and children can now get care for their pets and keep them safe and healthy during the transition toward independence."
"Three grant cycles were completed in 2009, awarding nearly $400,000 in grants for the year," said McGill, "Every non-profit organization we fund helps keep Pets and families together in some manner, whether it's through education, good Pet healthcare, or by having a strong program that provides needed community resources." The next grant cycle for BCT funding closes on June 30, 2010. Applications and complete information can be found online at www.BanfieldCharitableTrust.org.
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Banfield Charitable Trust Winter Cycle 2009 Grant Recipients |
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Organization |
City, State |
Award Amt. |
Program Name |
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Ahimsa House |
Atlanta, GA |
$5,000.00 |
Emergency Animal Safehouse Services Program |
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Albany Damien Center |
Albany, NY |
$5,000.00 |
PAWS NY Capital Region |
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Argus Institute |
Ft. Collins, CO |
$2,100.00 |
Clinical Communications Skills Part II: Communication Laboratories |
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Assistance Dogs of America, Inc. |
Swanton, OH |
$7,500.00 |
Puppy Training Program for Service and Therapy Dogs |
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Austin Pets Alive! |
Austin, TX |
$10,000.00 |
Positive Alternatives to Shelter Surrender (PASS) |
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Caine Halter Family YMCA |
Greenville, SC |
$3,500.00 |
Strong Families & Pets Program |
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Carolina Canines for Service |
Wilmington, NC |
$10,000.00 |
Carolina Canines for Veterans |
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Citizen's Pet Responsibility Committee of Monroe County |
Whispering Pines, NC |
$7,500.00 |
Pet Responsibility Education of Moore County Fourth Graders |
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Coalition to Un-chain Dogs |
Durham, NC |
$10,000.00 |
Fences for Chained Dogs |
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Community Partnership for Pets |
Flat Rock, NC |
$7,500.00 |
Vet Care Program |
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Haywood Animal Welfare Association, Inc. |
Waynesville, NC |
$8,000.00 |
Pet Food Program |
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Imagine It! |
Atlanta, GA |
$10,000.00 |
Banfield Pet Partner Experience Project |
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Junior Achievement of the Central Carolinas |
Charlotte, NC |
$5,000.00 |
JA BizTown Pet Shop |
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New Horizons Service Dogs |
Orange City, FL |
$12,500.00 |
Prison Pup Program |
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Paws and Think |
Indianapolis, IN |
$5,000.00 |
At Risk Youth-Canine Programs |
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Pet Prevent A Litter of Central Texas |
San Marcos, TX |
$3,000.00 |
Healthy Pets' Vaccination Program |
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SPCA of Westchester, Inc. |
Briarcliff Manor, NY |
$5,000.00 |
Golden Outreach Pet Therapy Program |
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The Shade Tree, Inc. |
Las Vegas, NV |
$10,000.00 |
Noah's Animal House |
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United Animal Nations |
Sacramento, CA |
$20,000.00 |
Emergency Animal Rescue Service (EARS) |
About the Banfield Charitable Trust
Banfield Charitable Trust, a 501(c)(3) public charity founded in 2003, supports projects that keep Pets and families together. Funding consideration is only given to registered nonprofit organizations and accredited educational institutions.
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