Donations

St. Francis Animal Sanctuary (SFAS) is supported entirely through the kind hearts and helpful hands of people like you. Every day SFAS is in the business of saving lives and giving a real haven to the many abused and abandoned animals in our communities; your gift makes you a part of this mission.

Product and service donations are also appreciated. Please check our Wish Lists to see if there is a product or service that you would like to assist us with.

We are a non-profit (501-3C) organization and your donation is tax-deductible. 100% of your gift is dedicated to the care of the animals who live at SFAS.

Become a St. Francis Saint!

Please get to know our special-needs animals and become a
St. Francis Saint (SFS)!  Each month we will report on what our featured animals are up to.  Your generous donations will help provide medical procedures and special attention for the animals at St. Francis Animal Sanctuary.  All the animals featured here are looking for that special person and lifetime home so take a moment to complete our Adoption Application if you think any of these animals would thrive with you.

Jake

Jake's previous owner contacted the Sanctuary for help because Jake, a Blue Heeler,  was found to be deaf at the age of eight weeks.  Jake was rather hyper-active and found his way out of his yard pretty regularly.  This habit was particularly treacherous for Jake as his family lived in a hurricane ravaged area of the Gulf Region where there was a lot of work going on, including the demolition of blighted housing. 

At first, Jake had a tough time adjusting to his new yard and his new friends.  Now Jake has two special buddies who are helping him find his way.  Jake will need training with a specialist who can teach him sign language. 

If you already know sign language and are willing to share your skills and your home with this special boy, please contact our Adoption Coordinator.

Maxwell

Maxwell has quite a history with St. Francis!  Max's mom and aunt were brought in as strays and he was one of the first puppies to be born in the Dog Barn. 

When Max was 18 months old he was adopted by Linda and Al from the Sanctuary;  Linda and Al, like so many people during the hurricane, chose to stay at  home with their animals.  When the streets began to flood Al had no choice but to move Linda (who has Multiple Sclerosis), Maxwell and two cats to the attic.  When Linda and Al were airlifted from their rooftop they had to leave the animals behind.  Linda and Al immediately contacted us and miraculously we were able to rescue Maxwell from the house.  One of the cats, Flambeau, was later found by Al. 

Both Maxwell and Flambeau stayed with us here at the Sanctuary until April when they were reunited with Al and Linda.  Maxwell is scheduled for knee surgery in June and the Sanctuary will be paying for his medical care.  Though Maxwell is not available for adoption, your generous Saint membership will assist with the cost of his care.

Lacey

This pretty girl is Lacey and she's about 4 years old.  Lacey was brought to a vet after a friendly stranger witnessed her being hit by a car.  Because Lacey's owner was unknown the veterinarian did not treat her and was only able to give her a safe and supervised recovery area.  A staff member of the clinic contacted us and Lacey started a new life here at SFAS.  Lacey's neurological impairment causes her to walk and run in circles so potty training her was quite a challenge.  Despite her permanent condition, our girl gets along well with other dogs and would be great in a home with older children who understand her limitations. Contact our Adoption Coordinator if you are interested in adopting this sweet girl!

Jōb

Jōb was found wandering and was turned over to a local shelter.  He was blind and his hair so matted that it was difficult to determine his breed.  We agreed to make Jōb our own and provide him with a much needed glaucoma surgery.  Although the surgery did relieve Jōb's pain, he will remain blind.  Don't go feeling too sorry for him though because Jōb runs and plays just as wildly as the other dogs in his yard and when he runs into or off of something he picks himself up and runs again!  Of course we will continue to care for Jōb but a new "forever home" with a human who needs a cozy foot warmer would suit him just fine! Contact our Adoption Coordinator if you are interested in adopting Jōb!

Stevie

Stevie, a 2 year-old female, has been a resident of SFAS since early 2005 and she lives in Elvis' Room.  Another rescue organization brought her to us.  Stevie is blind and was probably born that way.  Stevie is affectionate and clean and has the cutest habit of napping on her back with her legs straight in the air! 

We will continue to provide a safe and loving environment for Stevie in Elvis' room and we know she will thrive in an indoor-only "forever home" as well. Contact our Adoption Coordinator if you are interested in adopting Stevie!

Precious

This is one loveable young lady!  Precious was owner-surrendered and came to live at the Sanctuary in 2003.  She is a full-bred Catahoula who was born without eyes.  Precious has learned her large yard and her yard-mates and gets along as well as any sighted dog when she's in familiar surroundings.  It truly is amazing to watch Precious interact!  Precious is looking for that special person who wants a big, loveable family dog.  Precious needs a little extra attention with getting to know her boundaries and would love a family with other pets (as long as she gets to meet them first!). 

 
Precious' sight condition is permanent and your kind donations will help us keep her comfortable and healthy until she finds her "forever home."  Contact our Adoption Coordinator if you are interested in adopting Precious!