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Organization We Support 2023-2025
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Ocean Needs Everyone
I am sponsoring the Ocean Needs Everyone O.N.E.--Ocean Needs Everyone--isn't specifically geared to protecting any one species of animal. Rather, its mission is to cleanse the oceans of plastic pollution. Plastic threatens every single creature that lives in the ocean, from the smallest plankton to the largest whale. O.N.E. is not your typical organization, because it was founded by Enzo Wilson...a teenager! Before he was even sixteen years old, Mr. Wilson got out there and founded a non-profit to protect the ocean he loves. O.N.E. runs regular beach cleanups, regular outreach to elementary schools, and has launched campaigns to help raise support for manatees and other critters, all to tell everyone just how serious the plastic crisis is. I first learned about O.N.E. when I saw Mr. Wilson competing on American Ninja Warrior, and like many other amazing ninjas on the show, he used his moment in the spotlight to spread awareness about an important issue rather than hog the glory for himself. We need more passionate kids like Enzo! Support him and his quest to protect the ocean, because the ocean really does need everyone!" Stephen Curro |
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Donkeys were an integral part of mining throughout the 19th century. They were enslaved for use in many mining towns including Cripple Creek, Colorado during its great gold rush. These sturdy little creatures provided a very reliable form of transportation due to their ability to climb narrow trails safely along the rough mountain slopes. Their ability to carry heavy loads made them invaluable companions in the camps. Donkeys were also used underground in the mines. They hauled heavy ore carts along the narrow tunnels. They could work long and strenuous shifts because of their stamina and compact size. Modern mining techniques and declining gold production in the 1920s ended their importance in the industry. Most were turned loose to roam the hillsides surrounding Cripple Creek to fend for themselves. In 1931 the town of Cripple Creek embraced the donkeys as part of their town legacy and began focusing on the care and celebration of them. By the 1960s the Two Mile High Club (501c3) was formed for the care and feeding of the herd. These direct descendants of the mining donkeys are now protected and allowed to roam free in the town during the summer months. After the warm season they are placed in their winter pasture where they are cared for and visitors can feed them healthy snacks and provide socialization. I am happy to choose the Two Mile High Club as my annual donation recipient from Taproot Guru and assist in taking responsibility for these gentle creatures whose ancestors worked tirelessly for human endeavor. For additional information or to make your own donation:
Annette Aldridge |
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The Gentle Barn
My selection is The Gentle Barn. They have several locations throughout the US and they’re currently fund raising to open a sanctuary in New York State. Their mission really touched my heart, and they are the reason I’ve finally had the strength to stop eating meat and poultry completely. They have saved countless farm animals that otherwise would have gone to slaughter, given them a safe haven, comfort and love, and they educate people, especially children, through hands on interaction with all of their rescues at their sanctuaries.
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Flying Fur Animal Rescue
Flying Fur Animal Rescue People often speak of "going to the shelter to adopt a rescue dog". Shelters are an integral part of the rescue process and we are eternally grateful for the work they do. BUT, have you ever considered HOW the dogs get to the shelters? It turns out, there is a very complex system of moving dogs from overfilled situations to shelters that can accommodate them. More importantly, systems in place to move dogs from "kill shelters" to "no-kill shelters." There ARE guardian angels who fill that very role in getting these pups moved that you may not even know about. Let me introduce you to the non-profit I would like to support this year. Please meet: Flying Fur Animal Rescue! (https://woof.flyingfur.org/) ... the doggies travel by plane and by bus to get to their new homes! "Flying Fur Animal Rescue was founded in 2015 on the idea of helping desperate animals in need, in a unique fashion. Every day, healthy, loving animals throughout this country are condemned to euthanization, simply because they cannot get to other areas where they would otherwise be adopted…we help to change those odds. Through a network of animal rescue organizations and ground transport, we help to move animals from kill shelters to areas where they will be adopted, and given a second chance at life. Many times air transport is the safest and most efficient way to transport these animals. Usually we can help move animals from shelter to rescue within the same day. Since our initial rescue flight, we’ve helped save over 2,500 animals; just one man, an aircraft and a bus, spending $1,000 a month out of his pocket to do it. Our long term goals are much larger – a larger aircraft to help transport more animals per flight, a new custom ground vehicle, and build out our rescue kennel in southeastern Pennsylvania.".
Debbie Murphy |
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