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Dear Friend,
I wanted to send you an update on developments that are underway regarding the ASPCA’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
In an effort to help the animal welfare community across the nation, the ASPCA is launching a $5 million relief effort, which includes millions of dollars in emergency relief and recovery funds for animal welfare groups whose operations have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. Our grants will help shelters fund essential lifesaving services such as basic operations, adoptions and foster programs, which are proving to be crucial animal welfare services during this crisis. |
100% of your urgent gift today will go directly into our emergency relief and recovery fund to support all our lifesaving efforts to help animals and animal welfare organizations across the country impacted by this horrific pandemic.
Our response also includes the creation of regional pet food distribution centers, provided in partnership with the Petco Foundation. Starting in New York City, we will give dog and cat owners free access to critical food supplies as the outbreak continues to spread.
I can't thank you enough for your support of the ASPCA during this global crisis, and for keeping the nation’s animals in your thoughts and heart. I will continue to keep you updated on our lifesaving efforts. We’re in this together.
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Sincerely,
Matt Bershadker |
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Dear Friend,
Over the past few weeks, the coronavirus pandemic has greatly affected our lives, and I recognize that this is a challenging time. I want to assure you that the ASPCA continues to prioritize the health and safety of our employees, clients and the animals in our care. We want to stress there is no current evidence that suggests the coronavirus can be transmitted to or from companion animals. We have been taking necessary measures to mitigate concerns around public interaction by suspending select client services throughout New York City, Los Angeles and Miami.
Although we are limiting services in some capacity, the work doesn't stop. There are still hundreds of animals in our care—at our Adoption Center and Animal Hospital, in our behavioral rehabilitation programs and kitten nursery—who will continue to receive the same level of service from our dedicated staff; albeit with added safety measures.
As we shift our resources to account for these operational changes, I'd like to thank our members who continually support the lifesaving work we do. We can only be prepared for emergency situations like this with the help of dedicated supporters like you.
But times now are uncertain, and we’re unsure of what tomorrow will bring. So, I encourage you to please give an urgent gift today, and it will go directly to where it's needed most. Help us remain prepared for the unknown and, when the time comes, ensure our ability to swiftly and smoothly resume operations and help vulnerable animals who depend on us. |
Thank you for your commitment to our work and countless animals in need. I hope you remain healthy and stay safe.
Sincerely, |
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