We still have a long way to go - Lancs RSPCA issue thank you message after donations flood in to help save it
RSPCA staff in Accrington have issued a heartwarming thank you message to the public after receiving many donations to help keep the branch afloat.
Last week a spokesperson for the animal centre in Altham said they urgently needed help to stay open.
They said that due to ongoing financial challenges, the animal centre would be forced to close its doors at the end of March unless a substantial amount of funds and regular donations and corporate sponsorship could be secured.
They added: “We will transition to a foster-based rescue model, which will significantly limit our ability to support our Inspectors in caring for the vulnerable and neglected animals they rescue - often those with challenging behaviors and complex needs.
“Our team here at Altham is devastated, and we are reaching out to you, our valued supporters, for any assistance you can provide.”
However, providing a fresh sense of hope today thanks to an outpouring of love from the community, a spokesperson said that, although they still had a “long way to go”, so far they have raised over £6,000 on the JustGiving page.
They said: “First of all we would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who has donated, shared, commented. All of your support means so much… to those going out to do their own fundraising activities or leaflet drops, we appreciate it all.
“We still have a long way to go as we are currently running at a £15,000 deficit so please keep the support coming! Share with as many people as you can, tag your local celebs, come along to our fundraising dog walk! IT ALL HELPS!”
The facility has rehabilitated and rehomed neglected animals since the early 1970s.
There are a number of ways to help the team raise the much needed capital by March.
For more information on this and to help them click here.