Hi Folks, Its Geraldine here. I simply wanted to give you an update on how things are here.
Our Open Day, while we were very glad of it, raised just over €8,700 plus some coin.
As serious drop from previous years. When we pick a date for the Open Day, it seems to be a signal for the heavens to open and lash rain. Our supporters, Bless them enjoyed and endured in equal measure and we are grateful to each and every one who came along.
Normally what we raise at our Open Day keeps us in funds until October when we hold our next fund raiser. This year we have no hope of making it that far with the money we have. Only last week, we had our rescued donkey “Stanley” and our Shetland “Troy” in for an overnight stay at the Vets. During this time they had their hooves and teeth done, were wormed and vaccinated and castrated. They are like two new animals; all shiny and happy. The cost of this alone was €940.00. So you can imagine with all the other animals in our care, the bills mount up quickly. As always, we have no interest in cutting corners or sparing money on their care. They each get the very best of care which is what we promise them when they come through our gates.
A Plan
To help us bridge the gap, Dunnes Stores, Newbridge have kindly gi ven us permission for a bag pack on Thursday 26th August from 10am to 10pm and Friday 27th August from 6pm to 10pm.We will need people present on at least ten of the checkouts on the Thursday over the twelve hour period which is difficult for us to cover. I am reluctant to take those involved in the direct care of the animals because that is where they are needed.
It is a big undertaking for us and A BIG ASK of you…..but can anyone help us by giving us some hours of your time. I will be organising it myself so please if you can help us: Text 087 931 1827 or
Tel. 045 522929
We have a pregnant mare we took from the Pound that needs to be scanned soon and many other recent rescues that need both routine and other surgery.
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Bag Pack
Dunnes Stores, Newbridge, Thursday, August 26th from 10am To 10pm
Friday, August 27th, From 6pm To 10pm
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Dates for the Future:
Oc tober 2nd 2010
FANCY DRESS “ With Animal Theme”: Derby House Hotel, Kildare Town
Oc tober 10th 2010, Tickets €10.00 Music, Dancing, Food, Prizes
THANKSGIVING SERVICE
Thanksgiving Service for the part animals play in our lives, Carmelite Chapel, Kildare Town, This is not a fund raiser, simply a time of coming together for people of all denominations, from all walks of life: to give thanks for the joy animals have brought into our lives
Suggestions on music and prayers would be most helpful. I want to make it as meaningful as possible
for all who attend and as I have not put together a service like this before, input would be most welcome.
October 23rd 2010
Fancy Dress in Straw Hall, Strawberry Beds, Dublin 20 (beside Phoenix Park)
Music, Dancing, Food, Prizes – A great night out – Tickets €10.00
Breda puts this together for us every year and this is a huge help.
CRAFT FAIR
We plan to hold a Craft Fair in November. We appeal to all gifted people out there who are creative, or who are part of a craft group, to contact us so we may assemble a wide range of items for people to buy as Christmas gifts and help the animals at the same time.
Venue and Date to be confirmed