The 1st Vet Training Workshop in Iran held at Vafa Animal Shelter in Hashtgerd
04 December 2010
Our first educational “spay and neuter” workshop was held from November 20th to 26th, 2010. (more…)
Commendation – Ms Sharareh PourAryan
30 November 2010
Mrs Sharareh PourAryan has been a long-time supporter of VAFA . (more…)
Commendations
21 November 2010
During the young life of Vafa Shelter, we have witnessed many struggles and daily sacrifices of many of it’s local volunteers.
Report of our Special Fundraising
Wednesday, 03 November 2010
Dear Friends & Supporters:
We are happy to report that our major project of tiling of one of the yards at the shelter (1200 sq meters) which was delayed due to lack of funds/resources, is almost half way done!
Unfortunately due to the amount raised for our special fund-raising, we were only able to start the most needed project which is the living situation for our dear residents at Vafa. The amount needed for this project has been estimated at $8000. Thanks to your kind/generous donations, we were able to raise $4030 via Paypal and another $470 via the bank account in Iran. We made sure to send a thank you note to each and every supporter who helped us in this cause.
(Please forgive me if you were missed and kindly email me offline ..kfravon@yahoo.com)
There is much more to do … and we hope you continue your support–when you are able to…
Other items in the wish list that was donated to Vafa are listed here:
Shade Canopies, Card boards, Rugs, Blankets, Tiles, Cleaning detergents, Gloves, Dishes for dogs, Ethanol alcohol, betadine, comforters, Mattresses (for the workers), wooden bench, more dishes, pillows, ropes for dog toys, shampoo for dogs, garbage bins…and more…
THANK YOU ALL! ‘Together’ we can make a difference….
Vafa’s IMMEDIATE Wish List : Special Fundraising
Wednesday, 22 September 2010
Dear Friends of Vafa,
The shelter is in need of your material or financial help to attain the following list.
Please let us know how you can help!
1. Electrical generator.
2. Replacement of the old and unreliable truck.
3. Purchase of flooring material such as tile or cement.
4. Toilet and wash sink.
5. Shading material/ fake ceiling.
6. A few large pots to plant trees.
7. Cleansing material such as Whitex, Betadin, Alcohol and dish washing liquid, etc.
8. Large cardboard boxes for under the dogs beds in cold weather.
9. Empty plastic bottles such as shampoo and dishwashing liquid to be used as toys.
10. Towels, blankets and plastic gloves.
11. Newspaper.
12. Metal file cabinets and drawers for filing.
13. Food bowls, preferably metal ones.
Please note in the remarks, that it’s for the ‘special fundraising period until end of October, 2010’.
The account number within Iran is listed here
Thank you….Ali Sani and Vafa Team
Our Gratitude to you: Vafa’s wonderful supporters
Tuesday, 21 September 2010
Dear friends,
In the last few months, Vafa has faced many challenges which got resolved with your help.
Below, we mention some of them:
We are grateful of your support. For some years, a water spring in the village of Kooshkezar was the water source for the shelter. Water was stored in a pool and then moved to the shelter by pipes. Since last year due to scarce rainfall, the spring started to dry up, until about eight months ago that it dried up completely and the shelter was left without water. Fortunately, there is a well nearby that had not been used for a long time. After consulting with some experts we decided to get it ready and utilized. To start with, as a temporary solution we purchased and installed two 6000 liter tanks. For a month, we bought and delivered water to these tanks by trucks. In the meanwhile, after purchase of a motorized pump and electric generator, plumbing and other preparations the well became usable. This would not have happened without your help.
Your help also has made it possible for us to hire a second full time cleaning person.At present time the shelter employees two full time attendants and a driver/services person. Therefore, with your help not only the shelter is a cleaner place, three families live better lifes. A new Peykan van was gifted to the shelter by it’s founder, Mrs. Motamedi. This van and your donations gave us the chance to spend time and money in to repairing the old van. Again, none of this would have happened without your help. With your help, dozens of dogs received medical treatments and vaccinations, were spay and neutered, and got fed.These are only examples of a long list. As a group, with a common goal we can do a lot more. Expect more good news…
