Rachael Ray donates $500,000 to ASPCA
Rachael Ray is donating $500,000 to the ASPCA to help pets who were displaced, hurt or lost during Superstorm Sandy.
On top of that, Ray’s pet food company, Nutrish, is sending four tons of wet and dry dog food to help feed the animals affected by Sandy. It’s the largest donation ever by the company.
Ray announced the donations Friday, and again on her television program today.
The $500,000 will be used by the ASPCA to lease a building that can be used as a central shelter for Sandy animals, provide mobile veterinary services, hand out supplies and continue searching for lost pets.
Since Sandy, the ASPCA had rescued more than 250 animals and treated or provided supplies to nearly 6,000 in New York City and Long Island.
Ray teamed up with the ASPCA earlier thisyear for its $100,000 shelter challenge, a photo contest whose winners are to be announced this week.
Ray is also donating $100,000 to City Harvest and the Food Bank for New York City.
“When you make your living in food, you have to give back in the same way,” she said.
Posted by jwoestendiek November 12th, 2012 under Muttsblog.
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Comments
Comment from Brandi Matteson
Time November 13, 2012 at 7:04 pm
That is amazing, kuddos to Rachel Ray for this!! Way to lead by example in helping others.
Comment from Terri
Time November 14, 2012 at 1:36 pm
RACHEL ROCKS!!!!!
Comment from Suz
Time November 18, 2012 at 4:44 pm
Ms. Ray is a “Special” soul. Thank you, Ms. Ray for all you do, especially for the non-human “Great” souls on this planet!
Comment from Brenda Dufour
Time November 18, 2012 at 7:11 pm
Thank you Rachael I love you what you do to help
Comment from Viki Amoroso
Time November 18, 2012 at 7:23 pm
I admire Rachael Ray for giving back – she is such a lively and generous example to all of us to help others, including animals in need. I volunteer at a no-kill shelter for cats and love to see their little eyes light up when I play with them. YEAH to Rachael and thanks!!
Comment from A
Time February 6, 2013 at 7:11 pm
There is an animal rescue group BOBBI AND THE STRAYS located in Glendale Queens with another location in Freeport LI. They rely on volunteers and donations..f you could send them some pet food that would be awesome. Thanks
Comment from stephen
Time November 12, 2012 at 2:39 pm
Well done Rachel. The Lost Petz App is being used to help reunite owners and pets separated by Sandy and the founder is donating all proceeds to the American Humane Associations efforts with Sandy over the next two weeks.