Thank You, Donations, Memorials, Grants

CFA receives all sorts of wonderful donations, thank-you cards, compliments and In Memory of donations throughout the year.  We would like to share what people are saying about us...

GRANT ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

		Our gratitude to Myles D. and J. Faye Sampson Family Foundation! for awarding CFA a $5,000 grant for our S/N, Medical, Food Bank, and Rescue & Adoption programs. Grants from a family foundation keep their legacy and commitment strong while continuing to change the lives of animals and people forever.
		Thank you to Thurston County Humane Society, Inc. for granting us $5,000 for our Four Day Cat Spay program.  This money will be used to assist families in the Thurston County to help control the cat population while easing the financial burden of pet owners.
		We are grateful to The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound and Irving A. Lassen Fund for awarding CFA a $1,000 grant to fund spay/neuter procedures for dogs and cats in Thurston county.
		The Petco Foundation granted CFA the amount of $2,500. "We Are Family Too” funds will be used for our Pet Food Bank and Spay/Neuter program to assist keeping pets with financially stressed families. CFA is deeply appreciative of this funding in order to make a difference in the lives of needy animals in our community. "Thanks for being on the front lines doing the important, life saving work you do!" ~ Beth Mars, Petco Foundation
The Handsel Foundation		We are pleased to announce The Handsel Foundation approved a grant of $10,000 to CFA to our support spay/neuter voucher program.  These funds will help subsidize over 300 procedures in 2012 and 2013.

CFA HOUSE DONORS

CFA is so grateful to the following companies that have donated materials and/or services to renovate the CFA house on State Avenue so we can open our doors soon!

• Abbey Capitol Floors & Interiors: bathroom linoleum
• Always Gutters: gutters
• Bayview Building Materials of Olympia: doors, millwork
• Bolander: handicap parking sign
• Bracy & Thomas: surveyors
• Ferguson Enterprises: bathroom supplies
  
• Home Depot: vent fan, flood lights
• J Black Interiors: consultant
  
• John Erwin Remodeling: planning
  
• Kell-Chuck: windows
• Rob Rice Homes: interior and exterior projects
  

SPECIAL THANKS

Thank you to MudBay (2410 Harrison Ave. NW, Olympia) and Fluffy and Floyd's (5211 Capital Blvd., Tumwater) for helping Girl Scout Troop 40692 donate 485 pounds and 94 cans of dog and cat food, toys, treats and gift certificates.

Thank you to Westfield Capital Mall for giving us space in the mall to display our dog houses and cat tree that will be auctioned off live at Toast for Tails on November 9.  They are located near the cinema.

Thank you to John Erwin Remodeling, Olympia Overhead Doors, Cameo Home Inspection Service and 4Legz Dog Treats for creating the most unique and beautiful dog houses and cat trees for Bark-a-Tecture & Catscape competition sponsored by the Olympia Master Builders Home & Garden Show.  Thank you OMB!  Without you, the competition and displays at the Westfield Mall wouldn't be possible!

Thank you to Rob Rice Homes and Epic Realty for hosting the Cutest Pet Photo Contest.  It was so much fun bringing the community together to submit all those cute photos!  We appreciate your donation to support our medical programs.

Landmark General Contracting, Inc., Capital City Glass and Olympia Overhead Doors for helping us with renovations on the CFA house. 3/20/12

"Lewis and Wren are going to the vet to get "tutored" today! Many thanks to Gracie P. for rescuing them, Amanda S. for setting up help from Concern for Animals and Joanne at CFA for being compassionate and understanding. Now, if they can just adjust Lewis so he stops eating paper all will be well!" 3/10/12

Thank you to Northwind Pet Care Center for their very kind donation of approximately 690 pounds of cat, puppy and dog food for our food bank. This will help a lot of animals in need. (www.northwindpetcarecenter.com) 3/19/12

Thank you to 4legz Dog Treats for donating 108 packs of 10 oz. treats to the CFA food bank.  A lot of dogs will loving having treats, some for the very first time! (www.4legz.com) 3/19/12

DONATIONS

CFA is so grateful for all the individual donations received throughout the year to further our mission to promote the welfare of all animals.  Because of the volume of weekly donations, it’s almost impossible to list each person here, but you know who you are, and we are eternally grateful.  Thank you for helping those who cannot help themselves! 

DONATIONS WITH A NOTE!

"I want to thank you for assisting me financially for my kitten's surgery this week.  Pippa is home now and I am so relieved!  The polydachtyl toes no longer appear to be a problem for her. It is good to know there are animal-loving people like you." - Barbara B.

"I am donating $50 in my dog Hailey's memory.  She was a rescue at one year old.  She gave me and my sons 17 years!  She as Australian Shepherd/Heeler and the best dog I've ever owned.  May she rest in peace in doggie heaven." - Brenda R.

"My family would like to begin an annual tradition in the name of our beloved and greatly missed Dobby Bella."

Mikey, Jr., the bulldog, sent CFA a generous donation in the mail. ~ Thanks!

"Thank you so much in helping us get all 7 of our blessings neutered.  It wouldn't of been possible without you!" - Dorothy Lowers 10/12

"By the way..thank you for all you do.I know you at CFA are working really hard to raise funds for this organization to turn around and help animals in the community with those funds. I know many appreciate this group being here in Olympia."  - Amanda S. 3/19/12

"Thank you so much for the help you have provided to us. In this economy there is more than we can do to help, but every little bit helps." - Dr. John & Staff, Companion Animal Hospital

"Wish I could do more!" - Doris H

"Concern for Animals, you do so very much good stuff. It is amazing." - Evie A.

"I am thanked enough just to know it goes to a wonderful and needed cause." - Judi C.

"Thanks for all you do." - Bonnie S.

"Thank you for all you have done for us in the past." - LPM

"Thanks for all you do." - Tug, Chess, Pookie & Louie

" Thank you for your hard work for animals." - Bob & Sue D.

"Keep up the good work. We appreciate you very much." - Phil P.

"Thanks so much for Kitty Elsie.  We are getting along just great.  I LOVE my Elsie. She loves it here too." - Char F.

"...God blessings on you all.  Here is a check with wishes for my friend to get well." - Aldona M.

CFA - "God Bless You! :) Lots of love & appreciation." - Darla K.

"Happy Holidays and thanks for all your help to the animals who need it." - Kate Gallagher

"Thank you for the good work that you do!" - Karen Peterson

"Thanks for facilitation the adoption of our new kittens Mars and Luna from foster mom Leah." - Nancy Gallagher and Robert Longman

DONATIONS FOR CELEBRATIONS

"In honor of Phil Parker's 90th Birthday." - Kitty Parker

Lorna and Don Strong donation for Chunky's Birthday

Janey and Bill Hanson for Chunky's Birthday

Happy Birthday to Angela O'Sullivan from her dad Robert DeBruyn

Merry Christmas to Margaret Pruden from Patti Pruden

Merry Christmas to Jo Lynn Shafer & Stan Koep  from Connie Kline

Merry Christmas to Kim Thompson from Diane Sokolik

Merry Christmas to Patti Pruden from Cheryl Wagner

MEMORIALS

Donations made on behalf of...

In loving memory of Colleen Adams.

In memory of Maureen Rasa's cat Sugar Plum from Janice Pidone

Paul Robert Manley passed away November 28, 2012 at home on Tybee Island, Georgia. Paul loved animals, especially his Springer Spaniel Rusty, many guinea pigs and his devoted companion, Chewy the cat. Paul is survived by his wife, Julie Williams Manley, his mother Arloween Manley of Olympia, WA. Memorials in Paul's honor may be made to Concern for Animals.

In loving memory of Ozzy from Kolleen Meredith

In memory of Sharon Losey from Sidney and Ann Olson

Linda & Roger Polzin in memory of Richard Marquardt

Adele Emerson in the names of grandkids Riley & Parker Bilbro

Roy & Nina Douglas in memory of Charlie the dog of Jan & Davey Nelsen

In memory of Sharon Losey ~ Sidney and Ann Olson

Kash Wolfe and her kitty, Poppins   ~ Maurice  and Lily Methven 

BJ Whalen and her kitty, Doll  ~ Maurice  and Lily Methven 

Gert Goslin and Linda Phillips ~ Lorna and Don strong (12 sacks of 40 pounds each of pet food)

Gert Goslin ~ Bill & Janey Hanson

"This is in honor of the late Vera Anderson." - Diana C.

"In loving memory of Kelly Foster's dog, Logan." - Janice A.

"In loving memory of Marian Hart." - Nancy F.

"In the name of Tom & Claudia Westbrook." - Stacy W. (thru www.JustGive.org)

"Donation has been made to CFA in memory of Emma." - Carole & Ron W.

“In memory of Smoky, Pepper, Kiska, Tiger 1 & Tiger 2” - Karen L.

“In memory of Robert Jon DeGarmo” - Glory D.

“In memory of Izzie” - Lee Ann M.

“In memory of Linda Crank” – Janey H.

“In memory of Dick Frink” - Lorna & Don S.

The Washington Federation of Animal Care and Control Agencies

In 2012, CFA received a $5,000 grant award from The Washington Federation of Animal Care and Control Agencies, which will enable the completion of spay/neuter procedures for 42 dogs and 138 cats for low-income, senior citizens, unemployed and military pet owners.  CFA is pleased to be able to partner with The Federation to provide these vital surgeries and improve the quality of life for animals and their guardians in Thurston, Mason and Lewis Counties.

The funds for this grant award are made possible by the sale of Washington State "We Love Our Pets" license plates.  In an effort to be proactive regarding the pet overpopulation problem revenue from the sale of these license plates have been earmarked through an agreement with the State of Washington for actual spay/neuter surgeries for dog and cats in Washington state.  Since 2007 The Federation has awarded over $278,693 in license plate grant funds to qualifying animal welfare organizations throughout Washington State, enabling the completion of nearly 10,243 spay/neuter surgeries. Concern for Animals mission is to promote the welfare of all animals by subsidizing spay/neuter procedures, medical care, and vaccinations.  In addition, CFA offers a free, pet food bank, rescue and adoption.  If you need a cat or dog spay/neutered, please contact the office manager for more information at 360-456-8176, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m.-3 p.m. and Thursday from 9:00 a.m.-2 p.m.