Support New Beginnings Animal Shelter

Our purpose is to raise funds for materials and labor to construct a new cat patio and a dog run at the New Beginnings Animals Shelter in Belize. On a recent visit to Belize, Susan Kosoris (past VP of the Ellis Co., TX SPCA) and I learned that there are no government-supported animal shelters in Belize. But there is a small private shelter - the only one in the country for BOTH dogs and cats, run by Luz Hunter, a respected naturalist/tour guide in Belize that we know well. She maintains the shelter, making sure that discarded or unwanted pets are given a safe place to live out their lives. She tries to find homes for adoptable animals. The shelter is rustic - outdoor spaces made of donated materials. Luz ensures that all animals are neutered, get vaccines, are given excellent medical care, and are fed. There is no funding source. Although there are a few donations from Belize and elsewhere, the money goes directly for food and medical care and there is rarely enough left for improved facilities. Susan and I visited the shelter and met some of the animals, like Pinkie, pictured here. We hope you might be interested in helping. Is this shelter more important than your local shelter? No. But even $10 will go a long way in Belize to help these dogs and cats live safe and happy lives. Any amount is appreciated and will be used carefully. If you care about dogs and cats or if you have been to Belize, or if you trust Susan and me with this effort, we would be grateful for any donation. (We know Luz and have visited the shelter. Check out New Beginnings Animal Shelter on Facebook. This is not a US nonprofit so donations are not tax deductible.) Thank you for your consideration.