The Cayman Islands Humane Society received a much needed boost to its coffers recently thanks to a $10,000 donation by Deutsche Bank Cayman.
According to Carolyn Parker, president of the local humane society, securing funds has always been a major effort for the organisation.
“It takes $50,000 per month to keep the shelter operating. It is no small task to reach that monthly figure. The current financial climate has made the efforts even more difficult,” she said.
Volunteers with the society worked to spread the word in the community that the organisation was in need of additional funding.
“The plea was brought to the attention of Deutsche Bank, (which) kindly donated $10,000 to help the shelter. This much appreciated injection of funds will help cover our rising veterinary costs. Efforts to reduce the operating expenses have resulted in a reduction in overheads, but the number of animals at the shelter still require daily care and feeding,” Ms Parker said.
According to Alan Corkish of Deutsche Bank Cayman, the company was pleased to support the humane society.
“Their educational programme is particularly valuable in teaching the younger members of our community how to interact and care for companion animals so that they can become responsible pet owners in the future,” he said.
The humane society will be hosting two fundraising events in March, the Cayman Islands Dog Show on 10 March and their annual fundraising gala, the Fur Ball, on 23 March.
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