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Helping Spirit Keeper Continue Its Mission: GIVE! Campaign Begins November 1

October 26, 2026 | Spirit Keeper Animal Sanctuary

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At Spirit Keeper Animal Sanctuary, our commitment to the animals in our care extends far beyond their initial rescue. Whether they are horses, dogs, snakes, or other animals, each individual depends on us for daily care, appropriate housing, nutrition, veterinary treatment, enrichment, and a safe place to live. Providing that care is both rewarding and expensive, and as we approach the end of 2026, we are facing some significant financial challenges.

The Cost of Providing Lifelong Care

Providing individualized care for the animals at Spirit Keeper Animal Sanctuary requires substantial and ongoing financial resources. From nutritious food and appropriate housing to veterinary treatment, medications, enrichment, and specialized care, the needs of our residents continue throughout their lives.

Many of the animals in our care are elderly, have chronic medical conditions, or come from situations involving neglect, abandonment, or other circumstances that make finding appropriate homes challenging. We also continue to care for snakes from the large hoarding case we assisted with in 2025, including individuals requiring ongoing veterinary attention and rehabilitation.

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While we generate some operating revenue through horse boarding, animal behavior consulting, and training services, these funds do not fully cover the costs of operating the sanctuary. Donations and community support are essential to maintaining the quality of care we are committed to providing.

Your support helps us continue offering a safe, stable environment where every animal receives the care, respect, and consideration they deserve.

We continue to care for approximately 40 snakes from the large hoarding case we assisted with in 2025. While the initial rescue generated substantial public interest and donations, that support has declined significantly. The animals who remain with us still need the same daily care and veterinary attention, and we continue working to find appropriate homes for those who are healthy and available for adoption.

Many of our other sanctuary residents are elderly, have chronic medical conditions, or require specialized care. Their needs don't diminish when donations slow down.

We also generate operating revenue through horse boarding, behavior consulting, and animal training services. Those funds help support the sanctuary's general operating expenses, but they have not been sufficient to cover the increasing costs of animal care.

The GIVE! Campaign Begins November 1!

We are excited to participate in the 2026 GIVE! Campaign, which officially begins November 1. GIVE! provides an opportunity for community members to discover and support local nonprofit organizations, including Spirit Keeper Animal Sanctuary. Through the campaign's website, promotions, and community outreach, we hope to introduce more people to our mission and for the animals who depend on us.

This is an important fundraising opportunity for Spirit Keeper, and we would appreciate your participation. Mark your calendar for November 1 and consider supporting Spirit Keeper through the GIVE! Campaign! We will share more information and donation instructions as the campaign begins.

We Also Need Your Help Right Now

Although the GIVE! Campaign begins in November, funds raised through the program will not be distributed to participating organizations until February 2027.

That means we also need direct donations to help cover immediate expenses during the remaining months of 2026 and into January.

If you would like to help us with veterinary expenses, animal feed, medications, and daily care, you can donate through our PayPal Giving Fund:

Donate to Spirit Keeper Animal Sanctuary:

https://paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1213006

Every contribution, regardless of amount, helps us continue providing care for the animals who call Spirit Keeper home. If you are unable to donate, sharing our posts, telling others about the sanctuary, or referring people to our animal behavior and training services are also meaningful ways to help.

Looking Ahead

Spirit Keeper Animal Sanctuary was founded on the belief that animals deserve compassionate, individualized care that respects their physical, behavioral, and psychological needs. Our goal is not simply to rescue animals, but to provide an environment where they can experience safety, appropriate care, opportunities for choice, and a good quality of life. We remain committed to that mission, but sustaining it requires community support.

As we approach the GIVE! Campaign and the final months of 2026, we hope you will consider becoming part of the effort to help Spirit Keeper continue caring for its residents. They depend on us. We depend on you.

Thank you for your continued interest, generosity, and support.

Lori Torrini
Director, Spirit Keeper Animal Sanctuary​​​​​