A note from Tam Singer is an archive of communications from the CEO, including important information and updates about Great Plains SPCA. Every month, Tam includes a note about current happenings and provides highlights going on at Great Plains SPCA.
Tam Singer is a life-long animal lover and dedicated animal welfare professional. She leads the organization as Chief Executive Officer, fostering a culture based on kindness, grace and accountability without fear of isolation.
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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 …
***Kansas Executive Order No 20-52 – Requiring masks or other face coverings in public. – July 3rd 2020*** We wanted to keep you posted on how we are managing the shelter now that many of the Kansas “Stay at Home” orders have been lifted. Adoptions: We have been and remain open for adoptions seven days …
Great Plains SPCA Shelter Operations Update – June 17, 2020 Read More »
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 »
Want to help pets in need during COVID-19? Here are some ways to support Great Plains SPCA! Adopt a Pet: We are still here & so are our animals! If you are interested in one of our shelter pets, please call (913) 808-3335 or email adoptions@greatplainsspca.org to schedule an appointment. Amazon Smile & Wishlist: Order items for our shelter pets from …
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 …
Great Plains SPCA relies on the generosity of our donors, volunteers, and foster families to help us carry out our mission to serve more than 6,000 homeless pets annually. Our “Helping Heroes” monthly giving program is a compassionate group of loyal supporters who donate monthly so that we have dependable resources to continue quality care …