Between now and January 1, the animal agriculture industry will claim as many lives as there are people on Earth. This staggering number repeats itself every two days as billions of animals are brought into existence only to be slaughtered to meet the industry's insatiable demands.

To confront it, we must supercharge our efforts in 2026 to build the world animals deserve. Because even in the face of these overwhelming numbers, we know our mission is achievable. Relentless advocacy has already rewritten a future that once seemed impossible to change.

When we began this work just over 25 years ago, cages and crates were the norm, and plant-based eating was almost unheard of. But today, thanks to advocates like you, the landscape for farmed animals is brighter:

	Cage bans are spreading globally. This year, animal champions like you helped spare 190 million hens a lifetime of cruel confinement. Your gift today helps us keep more hens out of cages in 2026.
	Plant-based options are thriving in homes and on menus worldwide. We brought more than 16 million plant-based meals to schools and public programs, and your donation means we can accelerate the shift toward plant-based eating in the coming year.
	Thousands of companies have adopted stronger welfare policies. These policies, which you helped secure, reduced suffering for an additional 1.9 billion animals this year. With your support, this number will keep climbing—until every animal knows a life of dignity and freedom.

The world is waking up to the horrors of factory farming—and it's because of you. Every dollar you give, every action you take, and every heart you inspire moves us closer to ending this cruelty.

John, will you stand with us once more and help make 2026 a year of bold progress for animals?

Together, we can turn the coming year into another milestone—a year defined by compassion and lasting change for animals everywhere. Are you with us?