Tag: Support ABC
Provide Life-Saving Support
Provide life-saving support this holiday season
Hi, my name is Paulina. I’m three years old, and I’ve been through a lot in my short life. My family used me to breed puppies and sell them for profit. When they were done with me, they didn’t care what happened—I was surrendered to the County shelter, where I was scheduled to be put to sleep.
I didn’t understand what I had done wrong, and I was so sad. I missed my puppies terribly, and I didn’t know what the future held.
But then, just two hours before they were going to end my life, a kind volunteer from ABC showed up to rescue me! I was overjoyed. She brought me straight to a wonderful foster family who fed me nutritious food and showered me with love. I loved them right back, and now, they’ve made me part of their family! I finally have a warm, safe, forever home—but many more animals like me still need help.
Will you help give other abandoned dogs and cats a second chance, just like I got?
Your generous support will provide life-saving shelter, food, and medical care to animals in need. Every donation makes a difference, and it’s tax deductible. Please donate online at animalsbenefitclub.com or send a check via mail to: Animals Benefit Club, 3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix AZ 85032.
Thank you for your kindness. I’m so grateful for my new life, and together, we can help more animals find theirs.
Warmest wishes to you and your family this holiday season!
XO,
Paulina
P.S. don’t delay, please make your 2024 tax-deductible donation today!
Heartbroken to Heartwarming
Heartbroken to heartwarming, ABC gives animals a second chance!
Hello!
My name is Margot and these are my two babies, Theodore (the one who looks like me!) and Camille. My family moved out of their apartment and left me behind. They didn’t know I was ready to give birth to two little ones. I was scared, heartbroken, and hungry. I didn’t know what would happen next. Finally, the manager of the apartment complex found me and asked another tenant to look after me until she could find a place for me to go. The lady who took me in gave me food and water. I was very grateful for their kindness.
And their timing couldn’t have been better because I gave birth to my babies that same day! However, the lady was less than thrilled; she didn’t expect to have puppies in her apartment too and quickly contacted someone to take us all away. I was heartbroken again. Then along came two wonderful volunteers from ABC who brought us to their shelter. They gave me a private space to nurse my babies, and provided me with plenty of good food and fresh water. We quickly warmed up to all our caregivers and have grown to love them so much. My heart is no longer broken!
Abandoned dogs like me wouldn’t have a chance without ABC, along with the many dogs and cats that need special care and medical treatment. ABC is truly a wonderful place for animals like us.
Today is your last chance to make a 2023 tax-deductible donation! Make our holiday wishes come true, support ABC and complete your donation before midnight tonight!
Warmest wishes to you and your family this holiday season!
XO,
Margot, Theodore and Camille
Critical Care: Jesse
Jesse’s eyes were completely sealed shut from an infection
Tiny Jesse was found on the sidewalk in 39 degree temperatures. His eyes were completely sealed shut from an infection, he was dehydrated, starving, and had ear mites. ABC immediately took him to the hospital where he was treated with fluids and antibiotics, and fed prescription food every few hours.
After being hospitalized for 10 days he is finally able to eat on his own and is gaining weight – clearly he has the will to survive! He will complete his recovery in a foster home until he’s ready to be adopted.
Jesse’s veterinary expenses have been considerable so any size contribution will help this precious boy. As always, your donation is tax-deductible. ABC has no paid administrative staff so all the funds go directly to the animal care. Donations via check can be mailed to Animals Benefit Club, 3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032, please include “Jesse” in the memo.
ABC rescues animals regardless of their medical condition. Many times an animal needs surgery or extended medical care before he or she is ready for adoption. Our Critical Care Corner will keep you updated on these special needs animals.
Panda Express Fundraiser
Show your support for ABC, visit Panda Express Desert Ridge this Friday, January 27!
A group of high school seniors are hosting a fundraiser on behalf of ABC! Visit Panda Express Desert Ridge located at 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050 this Friday, January 27 from 11AM-9:30PM to have a portion of your order donated to ABC.
- In Person: present the paper or digital flyer to the cashier, see above image
- Online: enter 349456 in the fundraiser code box
Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags
Animals Benefit Club is a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program
Animals Benefit Club is happy to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program from July through December 2022. You can now donate to ABC just by shopping at Buffalo Exchange Midtown, Phoenix. Instead of a plastic bag, the Tokens for Bags® program offers every customer who makes a purchase one “token” valued at five cents (the cost to produce a bag) to donate to one of several local charities selected by the store. The program has generated over $893,860 for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations since 1994 and has saved over 17.87 million plastic bags from the landfill.
About Buffalo Exchange
A pioneer in resale fashion, Buffalo Exchange is a sustainable business that works to protect the environment by reusing and recycling clothing. Customers buy, sell and trade clothing, giving it a second life and reducing clothing pollution. In addition to being a sustainable business, Buffalo Exchange also runs multiple programs that contribute to the environment and our local communities. From Tokens for Bags® and our Earth Day $1 Day Sale to Coats for Cubs and clothing donations, we believe in making a positive impact on the communities we operate in. Since opening in 1974, this family-operated company has grown to 41 stores in 15 states.
About Tokens for Bags®
Through our Tokens for Bags® program, shoppers are offered a token in place of a bag, which they can donate to one of three local charities. For each token, we donate five cents to that charity. Since its creation in 1994, Buffalo Exchange has raised over $893,860 for thousands of local nonprofit organizations. Every token a customer donates represents a plastic bag that is not added into circulation. Thanks to our customers, we are proud to have kept over 17.87 million plastic bags from polluting the environment.
COMETS Coin Drive Returns!
After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, we were happy to welcome back the Desert Springs Preparatory sixth grade leadership class, along with their families and teachers Mrs. Berg and Mrs. Pela. The COMETS (Community Outreach Means Everyone Teams for Success) held a school-wide coin drive and raised $1,100 for ABC. Way to go, COMETS!
After the check presentation, every one got to tour a dog building (the dogs barked their loudest “hello”), play with some kitties in the cattery, and share treats with some well mannered dogs. ABC Volunteers were there to talk about the history and mission of ABC and to demonstrate the best way to greet a new dog. Each student received a treat to give to the rescue dogs, we’re not sure who was more excited about it – the kids or the pups!
Thank you COMETS for your continued support of ABC, not only did you help the animals, but you also helped reduce the coin shortage!
Read about previous coin drives.
Cans For Kitties
Join the Cans For Kitties aluminum can drive!
ABC is collecting and recycling aluminum cans to help offset food and spay/neuter costs for our feral cat community. This is an ongoing fundraiser that allows you to collect cans and drop off at your convenience, it’s also no-contact!
- COLLECT liquid-free, clean, crushed cans – aluminum only!
- BAG into garbage or grocery bags, but please tie securely!
- DROP OFF to the west side of the Activity Center at the double wooden gate, toss your securely tied bags over the fence.
Get your community involved with Cans For Kitties! Share a photo of the cans or bags you’ve collected on social media using the hashtag #cansforkitties. Share the flyer with friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers and invite them to save cans for you.
Betty White Challenge
Fans and animal lovers alike are paying tribute to actress and animal advocate Betty White, who died December 31.
Our very own Hunter was featured on a 12News.com segment showcasing Betty White’s animal advocacy work and highlighting a couple local animal rescues that could use financial support.
Medical intake 
Post surgery 
Playing in the yard
Hunter, who was hit by a car in 2018, had to have his leg amputated and an eye removed. He has had to deal with physical trauma, mobility issues, even some behavioral issues, but he has learned to adapt like the trooper he is. And now the vision in his good eye is deteriorating. At this time, Hunter is not available to adopt. Visit our Adopt page to learn about our adoptable dogs (and cats) who are looking for their forever homes.
The #BettyWhiteChallenge has been gaining momentum on social media.
“On Betty White’s 100th birthday, January 17th, everyone should pick a local rescue or animal shelter in your area and donate just $5 in Betty White’s name. Make her 100th birthday the movement she deserves.”
We Snuggled Close
This family is now available to preadopt! Please review our Adoption Process and submit your completed Adoption Questionnaire.
Download the Holiday 2021 Letter
My name is Snowflake. I was living in horrible conditions outside downtown Phoenix with my brothers, Nicholas and Midnight, and my mother Noel. We were so scared. With no place safe to sleep, no food, and near freezing temps, we were unsure if we were going to survive. We tried not to lose hope and snuggled close together to keep each other warm. As the days passed we would hunt for food in nearby trash cans. It was all we had to survive. Many times it made us sick.
Then one day volunteers from ABC arrived and rescued us! They wrapped us in soft blankets and held us close in their arms – we purred for probably the first time ever. They brought us to their shelter and we now have a safe place to live, wonderful food, even cat trees, toys and a litter box. We are so happy and so WARM! Plus, we have as much good food and fresh water as we want and the staff and volunteers are so nice. We found out there are many dogs and cats like us at the shelter. ABC rescues abandoned, homeless animals and rehabilitates them so they can find their forever homes. We also found out that it is run by volunteers and all donations go to animal care and support!
There are so many homeless cats and dogs, it’s truly heartbreaking. I shudder to think what would have happened to us if ABC had not come to our rescue. I hope you can find it in your heart to make a donation and continue to help animals like me. I managed to slip a donation return envelope in the letter for your convenience! Remember, ABC is a 501c3 charitable organization so your donation is one hundred percent tax deductible.
Thank you for listening and have a wonderful Holiday season!
Love,
Snowflake
Check out more recent photos of us here and a cute video of Snowflake here.
#GivingTuesday Holiday Sweater
Celebrate GivingTuesday with Animals Benefit Club
UPDATE: This GivingTuesday (November 30), we hosted a Holiday “Sweater” fundraiser and raised $361 in shirt sales and received $2,593 in donations! Our community of supporters continue to amaze us despite everything going on in the world right now. It’s people like you that allow ABC to give hope to so many homeless cats & dogs. Thank you for your generosity.
For anyone who may have missed it, you can still order your GivingTuesday Holiday “Sweater” for delivery in January!
Now through Tuesday, November 30, show your support for ABC with a purchase of a pet-themed holiday sweater, purr-fect for the pet lover in your life! GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity.
If you prefer to make a donation directly to ABC, you can donate online or mail your donation to ABC, 3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Be sure to include “GivingTuesday” in your donation description.
What does GivingTuesday mean to you? Join the community on social media with the hashtags #GivingTuesday and #SupportABC. Add the #GivingTuesday Facebook frame to your profile picture.
