Thank you SO much for your wonderful support for Great Plains SPCA. As CEO, I am continually humbled by the generosity of our loyal donors, we simply could not do what we do without you! I wanted to share two quick updates with you, our dedicated donors: Bad Pet Drawing Fundraiser is back for its …
The past two weeks have been considerably more challenging than normal for all of us at Great Plains SPCA. Arctic temperatures, combined with losing heat and electricity in our Pet Adoption Center, have required our team to remain creative and diligent in problem solving to ensure the best care for our animals. Last week when …
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Greetings,Wow….what a difference a year makes! This time last year, I could never have imagined the changes and challenges that 2020 would bring to so many of us. From lockdown in March when we wrote to the Governor of Kansas to ensure animal shelters would be considered “essential,” to the numerous operational adjustments we have …
Dear Supporters, It has been almost a year since I first shared my thoughts with our team of my vision for creating a culture at Great Plains of kindness and grace with accountability, empowerment and without fear of judgment or isolation. 2020 has been a tough year for many of us and the events of …
Dear Supporters, Effective May 11, Johnson County’s “Stay at Home” order will be lifted. Staff and animal safety remain our number one priority and we have been diligently working on a phased plan to return to normal operations. As of now we are continuing our animal control partnerships with our seven municipalities, admissions and adoptions …
“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.” -Kathy Calvin #GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of giving and unity that will take place on May 5, 2020, as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. COVID-19 has touched every one of us—our lives forever changed …
Great Plains SPCA has taken an additional leadership role in the animal welfare community since the COVID-19 crisis reached the Kansas City area. Two weeks ago, through a grant from GreaterGood.org, we distributed 47,000 pounds of emergency pet food to more than 20 local shelters and rescues across 19 counties in Kansas and Missouri. Great …
Leading community outreach during the COVID-19 crisis! Read More »
Dear Supporters, As we all know, these are truly unprecedented historic times, and we deeply appreciate your ongoing care and support for the people and animals of Great Plains SPCA. We wanted to keep you updated on how we are managing our operations and care of our animals as together we maneuver through the impact …
Sammy came to us last month after one of our rescue partners contacted us about four puppies that had been stranded outside in sub-zero temperatures. Upon admission to our shelter, Sammy was found to have numerous health issues including Demodex mites, canine papilloma virus and other health issues. Yet this sweet little fighter didn’t give …
Today, we are excited to announce the launch of our Holiday Match Campaign Home for the Holidays! Watch this quick video from Tam Singer, CEO of Great Plains SPCA, as she introduces this important campaign! Throughout the month of December, a generous anonymous donor will be matching dollar for dollar all gifts up to $150,000, …