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It’s no secret that San Diegans love their pets – dogs, cats and more.
San Diego is commonly listed as one of the most pet-friendly cities in the United States and currently ranks as the fourth most dog-friendly city in America.
It’s not surprising, then, that the city is also home to many organizations that help pets and animals enrich the lives of those around them.
Paws’itive Teams is one example of how animals help and serve San Diegans. The nonprofit organization provides service and therapy dogs for people with disabilities in the San Diego region. Each program is customized to meet the needs of every individual.
Not only does the team provide ongoing support and training for the life of the service animal, but it also conducts an active local educational outreach program to improve public sensitivity to people with disabilities.
Several local organizations are also dedicated to the rescue and shelter of animals in our region.
Rancho Santa Fe’s Helen Woodward Animal Center is a unique nonprofit organization that has been committed to the philosophy of people helping animals and animals helping people for over 40 years.
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The nationally recognized center provides a variety of services that benefit the community through educational and therapeutic programs for people, and humane care and adoption for animals.
In 2015, the center facilitated 3,272 pet adoptions, and its educational programs reach more than 14,000 youth every year.
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The Rancho Coastal Humane Society and the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility are two other organizations that facilitate pet adoptions and ensure safety for animals and citizens in San Diego.
The San Diego Foundation is committed to supporting nonprofit organizations that help grow a more vibrant region (for humans and animals!), and we encourage you to join our efforts. Learn more about some of these local organizations with agency funds at The Foundation and donate today.
How is your organization helping pets enrich the lives of San Diegans? Let us know in the comments!
On August 9, 2022, we awarded $838,704 in Opening the Outdoors grants to 24 nonprofit organizations that offer equitable access to outdoor spaces in San Diego County.
“San Diego Foundation is proud to once again support its partners committed to increasing community-driven efforts to enhance accessible outdoor space, encourage youth to learn more through hands-on education and create the next generation of environmental stewards in the San Diego region,” said Christiana DeBenedict, SDF Director of Environment Initiatives.
This year’s grantees will help address these inequities and enhance access to the outdoors throughout San Diego County.
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