Skip to content

What Melanie cares about

I care about giving animals a second chance—and creating a place where people and nature heal together.

Animals
Community
Environment
    In Costa Rica, thousands of dogs suffer due to overpopulation—abandoned, hungry, and at risk. At Healing Souls Sanctuary, we’ve found loving homes for these 9 dogs, but their families need help to give them a healthier future through spaying and neutering. With your support, we can prevent future suffering and change their lives forever. The Problem: Overpopulation is a crisis in Costa Rica. Without spaying and neutering, stray dogs face disease, starvation, and unnecessary suffering. These 9 dogs—including 4 puppies—already have homes, but their families can’t afford the $500 needed for their surgeries. Your Impact: For just $500, we can neuter all 9 dogs, preventing future litters and giving them the happy, healthy lives they deserve. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal! Please donate today and share this campaign with your friends and family. Together, we can make a difference for these dogs and their families. Thank you for your compassion! Follow our journey at Healing Souls Sanctuary and see how your support transforms lives. ¡Pura vida! www.healingsoulssanctuary.com
    Help Us Rescue 11 Goats from Being Displaced – Urgent Transport Needed! We need your help to save 11 beautiful female goats who were already rescued from slaughter—but now face being displaced again. They’re currently living on borrowed land in Arenal, Costa Rica. But the landowner has revoked permission, and the goats have nowhere to go. We’re in Balsar, about 6 hours away, and we’ve secured a safe forever home for them with Healing Souls Sanctuary. We found a trusted farmer who can transport them—but we urgently need to cover his fuel and time for this long journey. The total round trip is approximately 550–600 km, including mountainous terrain, loading/unloading, and careful handling of the animals. Here’s what we need to raise right now: ✅ Fuel costs for round trip (approx. $120 USD) ✅ Farmer’s full-day labor (approx. $80 USD) ✅ Goat feed, water, and travel prep (approx. $50 USD) Total fundraising goal: $250 USD If 10 people give $25, we can make this rescue happen in the next few days. These goats have been through enough—and with your support, we can get them to a safe, loving home where they’ll be free, protected, and cared for. 100% of donations go directly to the cost of the transport and care. Please donate if you can—and share this campaign to help us reach more animal lovers. Together, we can change their story. Stay Connected & Help Spread the Word Every share and donation helps! Healing Souls Sanctuary Website TikTok Facebook GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/3a0a3c28 #GoatRescue #AnimalSanctuary #HealingSoulsSanctuary #CostaRicaRescue #SaveTheGoats

    Melanie Aubert-Croteau started a fundraiser

    Fundraiser image

    11 Goats Need a Ride to Safety—Help Us Save Them

    0% complete
    color-pop

    New Top Causes added

    I believe in healing through connection—between humans, animals, and nature. This sanctuary is my life’s mission. With your help, we’ll build a safe space where every soul gets a second chance.

    Melanie Aubert-Croteau pinned a fundraiser

    Heal Horses & Humans — Help Build a Sanctuary in Costa Rica

    Heal Horses & Humans — Help Build a Sanctuary in Costa Rica

    0% complete