How you can help

We have chosen to support Rifugio Fata for a number of reasons. Not only did they help save Vito's life at a time when we could, literally, find no other options, but they are also operating in a part of the world where the stray dog problem is huge, and proactive organizations are rare. As you can see from previous posts, the team at Rifugio Fata work tirelessly to save dogs and give them a second chance. But they are also committed, through their grass roots efforts, to affecting change beyond their gates, out in the community and beyond.

It is hard to hear about the suffering of animals, but it is always inspiring to hear about people who are making a difference. By donating to Rifugio Fata we are helping those who are lucky enough to be living there, but we are also supporting a broader effort.

Every day, dogs and puppies are brought in to Rifugio Fata or left at their gate. Their walls are bursting, and their food and vet's bills are endless. In order to keep doing what they are doing, they need our help.

There are a number of ways you can support this wonderful mission. The quickest way is to click on the donate button on this blog and make a one time donation of any amount. Every little bit helps. You will automatically receive a 'grinning Vito' pic as a thank you! I am excited to see how much we can raise for Rifugio Fata on Vito's behalf in the coming days, and the final amount will be posted here.

Other ways you can help... 

MEMBERSHIP: Rifugio Fata offers memberships. By donating a chosen amount and signing up for a membership, you will receive regular emails, photos and updates from the shelter.

REMOTE ADOPTION: Remote adoption is a fun way to support the dogs at Rifugio Fata. If there is a particular dog that you want to help, you can sponsor that dog for a nominal fee. Rifugio Fata will then send you photos and regular updates from your Southern Italian friend!

MERCH: Rifugio Fata also sells t-shirts and jewelry in order to raise money, and you can order these lovely items through their facebook page.

You can find more information on these options on the Rifugio Fata facebook page. Just tell Francesca that Vito sent you! And for those who don't speak Italian, Francesca also has her own facebook page, Francesca Scerbo. One of Vito's lovely friends, Katharina, is now helping her to manage her page and translate it into English. Or you can call Francesca: +39 3405910203. She is also on WhatsApp.

You can also email us on this blog if you have any questions or need more info.

And finally, one of the best ways to support any mission is to...

SPREAD THE WORD! 

Vito and his friends say thank you thank you thank you from the bottom of their hearts!