Charity of the Month: January

This month, all profits from our Etsy store go to...
Greyhound Pets of America - Arizona Chapter
www.gpa-az.com


"GPA-AZ is an all volunteer, tax exempt, 501 (c) 3, non-profit organization. All donations go directly to the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of greyhounds.

The Phoenix track ran it's last live race on Dec. 19, 2009. Approximately 160 greyhounds are in need of homes. The operation of finding forever homes is lead by Arizona Adopt A Greyhound who works in conjunction with the track. At least a dozen rescue groups stepped up to the plate to find these greyhounds a forever home. At this time dogs are still being moved from kennels to other groups by truck, trailer, car and airplane heading to California, Washington, Oregon and New Mexico.

One such group is Greyhound Pets of America-Arizona whose efforts have been key in this process. GPA-AZ and Arizona Adopt A Greyhound continue to work non-stop on this. The economy has also played a role in that people are more reluctant to adopt and are sometimes returning the dogs they previously adopted."

December's Charity of the Month

AZgreyhounds, Inc. www.AZgreyhounds.com

AZgreyhounds is dedicated to the rescue and adoption of retired racing Greyhounds and finding forever homes for each one. AZgreyhounds is currently helping rehome dogs displaced from the Phoenix track closing. They will take any Greyhound in need, including dogs with critical medical issues, or have come from very harsh circumstances. They also provide educational programs to local schools and groups about retired Greyhounds, their history, Greyhound racing, and adoption.

AZgreyhounds, Inc. *** making the world a better place…one greyhound at a time. ***

October's Charity of the Month

In October, as proceeds from the H4H store went to: Arizona Adopt A Greyhound, Inc. www.arizonaadoptagreyhound.org

Arizona Adopt A Greyhound is one of the largest greyhound adoption agencies in the US, finding homes for 400-500 greyhounds each year, many who have raced at Phoenix Greyhound Park. With this track due to close later this year, the charity is working hard to rehome as many dogs as possible & really need our help to raise the necessary funds.

November's Charity of the Month

This month we are supporting Galgo Rescue International Network (GRIN).
GRIN's Mission: The Galgo Rescue International Network was founded to establish a relationship between the galgo shelters in Spain and animal lovers in the United States and around the world. Our love of greyhounds and concern for their plight drew us to their cousins - the Galgos.

Working closely with Spanish galgo shelters, G.R.I.N. raises awareness of the galgo's plight through international educational campaigns and fundraising. They also aid shelters and assists with adoptions for rehomed Galgos in the US.

Galgos are used for hunting in Spain, and are normally abandoned or killed at the end of hunting season. GRIN also helps other sighthound breeds in similar situations, such as the Podencos. Please visit www.galgorescue.org for more information.

September's Charity of the Month

Greyhounds Unlimited

http://www.greyhoundsunlimited.org/

The Greyhound Rescue Society of Texas, Incorporated -- DBA Greyhounds Unlimited -- is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to finding caring and responsible homes for retired racing and rescued greyhounds. The specific objectives of Greyhounds Unlimited are to promote a caring attitude toward all greyhounds, prevent cruelty to greyhounds, and for those that have been abused, to relieve their suffering.

To reach its' objectives, Greyhounds Unlimited finds caring and responsible homes; rescues sick, injured and abandoned greyhounds; seeks to return lost greyhounds to their owners; teaches the principles of kindness and humane dog care to children and adults; and vigorously promotes animal birth control through every possible means.

August's Charity

This month all proceeds, minus fees, will be donated to:

Second Chance Greyhounds

http://www.secondchancegreyhounds.org/

"Second Chance Greyhounds is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization that has formed a partnership with correctional facilities throughout the state of Georgia to foster and train former racing greyhounds to better prepare them for life as a treasured pet. In return for the good manners that they learn, the dogs provide an outlet for the inmates to practice patience, learn responsibility and allow these men and women the opportunity to experience unconditional love for the first time in many years. It’s a very special partnership that benefits both humans and greyhounds."

July Charity of the Month

Greyhound Friends of Augusta, Inc.

Greyhound Friends of Augusta’s mission is to rescue retired, racing greyhounds - and help any Greyhound in need; to provide for their health, safety, security, and well-being; to educate the public about the availability and desirability of greyhounds as pets; and place them through adoption into loving homes.

http://greyhoundfriendsaugustaga.cfsites.org/

Also check out their wonderful video "THE RACE"

http://greyhoundfriendsaugustaga.cfsites.org/custom.php?pageid=23221

We raised $136 in May & June for Gracehounds... Some months are better than others - help us make July a successful month for Greyhound Friends of Augusta.