ASPCA

BACKROUND

• The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was the first human society establish in North America
• Today it's one of the largest in the world
• It was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment at the hands of humans

3 INTERESTING FACTS

• Members are granted legal authority to investigate and make arrests for crimes
• They believe in taking a nonviolent approach
• Mission statement: "to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals"

HOW TO DONATE

• You can become a member, monthly donor or a founder
• Honor givers can give honor gifts, birthday gifts, or memorial gifts
• You can also do vehicle donations, planned giving and major giving

WHY I CHOSE

• I believe that animal abuse is just as bad as any other form of abuse. All animals deserve a living home and family.