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ST.MAARTEN PO Box 966 Contact person: Su Wathey: suwathey@yahoo.com |
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CARE
ENOUGH TO GET INVOLVED
There
are many ways you can help the St. Maarten Animal Welfare Foundation.
SPONSORING:
All
of our humane education programs and the services we provide for animals are
funded entirely by donations. Because you love animals, we know you will be
interested in joining us as a sponsor. Your gift in any amount will make a
lifesaving
difference. Please open your heart to the animals by mailing your check made out
to the Foundation to:
P.O. Box 966
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Netherlands Antilles
VOLUNTEERING:
The
St. Maarten Animal Welfare Foundation relies upon volunteers to perform all of
the services that better the lives of the animals and people in our community.
As
a volunteer, you may choose any of the following areas to lend a helping hand.
ADOPTION
CENTERS:
The
St. Maarten Animal Welfare Foundation supports two adoption centers on the
Dutch-side of the island.
Responsibilities at the centers are:
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Giving food, water and treats to the animals.
- Exercising and playing with the puppies/dogs, cats/kittens.
- Cleaning the animal cages and adoption rooms.
- Bathing and brushing the animals.
- Assisting the public with the adoption process.
- Giving the animals lots and lots of TLC.
Volunteers work a 3 to 4 hour shift per week (morning or
afternoon shifts available).
ANIMAL
CONTROL VAN:
The
St. Maarten Animal Welfare Foundation serves the community with a team of
volunteers who:
- Collect sick, injured, stray, unwanted or feral animals.
- Provide free taxi service to local veterinary hospitals for residents
without
transportation.
- Gives free mange injections for residents who would not otherwise be able to
provide treatment
for their pets.
- Visits public and private schools to explain the team’s services and
heighten students’ awareness of active,
responsible pet ownership.
Volunteers work a 3 to 4 hour shift per week
(morning or afternoon shifts available).
EDUCATION COMMITTEE:
The
St. Maarten Animal Welfare Foundation volunteers will assist in fostering humane
attitudes by presenting programs to public and private schools and to the
community. It is because so many animals are in need that we must reach as many
persons as possible.
Volunteers will usually be needed during school hours but hours may vary.
SPECIAL EVENTS / FUNDRAISING:
The
St. Maarten Animal Welfare Foundation depends heavily upon special events to
support its many programs and services as well as to provide public awareness on
the Foundation’s cause.
Volunteer
responsibilities may include:
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Assisting with coordination of event.
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Assisting on event day.
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Assisting with a variety of duties related to each event.
Volunteer
hours vary with each event.
