[Volunteer Claudia]

As another year comes to a close, we have had time to reflect on so much for which we are thankful. Our gratitude must shine on all of you, our community. Without you, we would not have been able to honor our mission of rescue, adoption, spay/neuter, humane education and more. Because of your support, this year we have been able to provide help to more than 1800 animals in our community. We are at a 98.7% live release rate as Sumter County’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter serving its community for over 37 years with a volunteer Board alongside caring staff and volunteers. For this … we are fur-ever thankful.

Each year brings us new challenges. You have continued to be there to support us. Our shelter has continued to grow in outreach programs, facility expansions and improvements. Whether it is in giving funds to pay urgent medical bills and other expenses, pet supplies to operate our shelter or "Leaving a Legacy of Compassion" in your estate planning, each gift is appreciated as it allows us to accomplish the goal of helping local animals in need. For this … we are fur-ever thankful.

To those businesses, clubs and churches who sponsored and hosted events, you have shown the real meaning of community and contributed to lifesaving results. To all our local media, you have helped spread the word of our vital work and thus saved lives. For this … we are fur-ever thankful.

You have continued to be there helping us carry out our mission to save and improve the lives of Sumter County animals as demonstrated by your supportive gifts of time, loving permanent homes and critical funding. We have no affiliation with HSUS or the ASPCA as there are no such things as "local chapters" of these organizations. We receive no financial donations from them or any level of government. YOUR contributions have meant the difference between life and death for animals within Sumter County. For this … we are fur-ever thankful.

To our volunteers, from children to seniors, your commitment to help on all levels is much appreciated. Your contributions of love and care at our five-acre campus, at our off-site adoption partners and special events or in your own homes as foster families, are all needed and so much appreciated. You are guardians, foster homes, comfort givers, exercise partners, office helpers, fundraisers, writers, artists, educators and ambassadors. We always welcome more people like you! For this … we are fur-ever thankful.

If you are new to us, we extend an invitation to visit our shelter and learn about our vital work. We encourage you to discover how you can become a part of our lifesaving mission. It is only possible because our community works together to make a difference. For this … we are fur-ever thankful.

On behalf of everyone at YOUR Humane Society SPCA and the animals we strive to protect, we wish you and your pets a safe, healthy and love-filled holiday season.

YOUR Humane Society SPCA

YOUR Humane Society SPCA, formerly known as the Humane Society/SPCA of Sumter County, Inc., is a 501(c)3 non-profit, no-kill organization helping animals in need throughout our community as Sumter County’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter. Donations directly help to cover the cost of saving, treating and caring for neglected, abused and abandoned animals. Learn more about us at hsspca.org, 352-793-9117, on Facebook or visit us at 994 CR 529A, in Lake Panasoffkee, FL. Office open: Mon.-Sat. 8am-4:00pm. Kennel Pet Viewing: Mon.-Sat. 9:00am-3:30pm. Visitors are always welcome!