Ways to Help

 

Speranza Animal Rescue operates and relies 100% on donations

What does that mean? It means that we operate entirely on charitable contributions. From the food the dogs eat, to the toys we use for play and rehabilitation, to the veterinary care we provide for the dogs, to the lights on in the barn, we rely on the generosity of our incredible supporters. Because of the nature of the animals we rescue – the severely malnourished, neglected and abused – many times they require very high level and expensive care. But our commitment to saving the dogs that no one else will means that we must also continuously look to our supporters for help.

Speranza Animal Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit, and all donations are tax-deductible. 

How can I help?

Donate CARd, Cash or Check

Monetary donations helps to pay for our expenses such as veterinary care, facility utilities, etc.  All money donated is used to care for the animals and to maintain the facilities.  

 
Donate

Mailing Address
Speranza Animal Rescue
1216 Brandt Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

 

Donate Items

We are always in need of toys, bedding, cleaning supplies, food, etc. By donating the following items, it allows us to use the money we receive in other ways.  

  • Contractor sized trash bags (42 gallon preferred)

  • Liquid laundry detergent

  • Brooms and dustpans

  • Bedding - new or used (but clean) blankets, sheets, comforters, large towels, washcloths, hand towels (no pillows/pillowcases please)

  • 6 foot leash options (only style we use)

  • Harness Leads (only style we use)

  • Wet dog food (Cesar/Purina/Pedigree preferred)

  • Flea and tick preventatives for dogs 45-88 pounds

  • Soft/moist dog treats

  • Pill pockets

  • Durable toys for large dogs (no rawhides please)

  • Squeaky toys

  • Disinfectant cleaning spray and floor cleaner

 

Drop Off at SAR
1216 Brandt Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Drop Off Hours
Any time, 7 days a week

Directions for Drop Off

-Donation stand located along the building

-If gate is shut, drop off area outside of gate

 

Drop Off at a Business Near You

Amazon Wishlist

We have also set up an Amazon Wishlist with items that we use on a regular basis.

 

Creative Ways to Help

Homemade Donations

A local Girl Scout Troop chose Speranza as the focus for their Silver Project. Click the button to see what they did and learn various ways to contribute from home!

 
 

HANG flyers

We have created a flyer that you can print and hang where it is allowed to help spread the word about Speranza. Please do not put these flyers on cars or in mailboxes and confirm that you have permission to hang them before you do so.  

Hold a Donation Drive

Want to get your organization involved to help Speranza? Hold a donation drive! Simply use the donation list above to create flyers asking for donations or print our flyer.

This is is a great activity for scout groups, youth groups, classrooms, work teams, etc.  We are happy to work out a drop off time with you that would allow you to visit our facility and meet a dog or two for a photo-opportunity. Contact us at info@speranzarescue.org or (717) 609-6020.

Birthday Party

Does your child have too many toys already? Start teaching your child about giving back by asking birthday party guests to bring supplies for Speranza in lieu of gifts. Then you can schedule a time to bring your child to the rescue to drop off the donations and meet one of the dogs that they are helping!

Wedding Favor

Donating to Speranza in lieu of giving wedding favors or asking guests to donate to Speranza in lieu of gifts for the newlyweds are great ways for brides and grooms to make a difference on their wedding day! 

Dress Down Day

Get your boss to approve a dress down day and everyone who donates $5 to Speranza gets to dress down on a planned day.  

In Honor or Memorial Gifts

Remember the animal lover in your life with a gift to Speranza Animal Rescue or ask for memorial contributions to be sent to Speranza Animal Rescue. 

Volunteer

Volunteering at Speranza is incredibly rewarding. Not only are you dedicating your time and energy to a wonderful cause, but you get to experience rescue dogs’ and farm animals’ gratitude...and the feeling is indescribable. The animals will get to know you and will come to bond with you. They will relish your attention and affection. The dogs at Speranza are waiting for families of their own, but until that happens, you - the volunteers - are their family. And they know it.

Foster a Speranza Dog

Fostering is a very important part of rescue, because it allows more animals to be saved. There is a capacity on how many dogs Speranza can have at one time and sadly we can’t save every dog that needs our help. Every foster home that welcomes a foster dog, opens a kennel at the rescue so that another dog can be saved. Fostering also provides an in-home experience and takes the dog through the transition from rescue to home life which makes the dog that much more adoptable. Fostering is extremely rewarding.