United States
International Animal Rescue, US was incorporated on 19 April 2001 and subsequently registered in every state in the US. Only then could we start raising awareness in the US of our projects around the world and start generating funds to support them via direct mail appeals to animal-loving members of the public. This approach enabled us to recruit supporters in the US who would themselves spread the word about International Animal Rescue and raise money for our animal rescue work.
When Laurence Van Atten joined International Animal Rescue in 2006 we were able to open a one-woman office in her home town of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. Her role is to raise greater public awareness of International Animal Rescue, particularly in her local area, and explore various fundraising initiatives to support our existing direct mail appeals.
As well as carrying out community fundraising at local events, it is her task to apply to grant-making trusts and foundations and approach potential affinity partners and corporate sponsors.
Our US office is still a small operation but managed by Laurence with passion and enthusiasm. Already International Animal Rescue, US is lending its support to local animal welfare causes, such as the successful campaign to ban greyhound racing in Massachusetts. We hope in the future to build up our resources so that we are able to work with local groups on other issues of animal cruelty.
Contact details
International Animal Rescue, US
PO Box 137
Shrewsbury
MA 01545, USA
Tel: +1 508 826 1083