Causes: Animal Protection & Welfare, Animals

Mission: Monroe County Friends of AnimalsMission StatementSupport Monroe County government and other related groups to provide shelter, food, care, adoption and health services for stray dogs and cats;Support the prevention of cruelty to dogs and cats;Benefit public safety by reducing the number of stray, unwanted or abandoned dogs and cats;Assist in raising funds to support and promote the Monroe County animal shelter;Support local Spay/Neuter Assistance to Pets (SNAP) and other animal control initiatives;Provide education for responsible dog and cat ownership.

Results: In the ten years of our existence, we have saved over 18,000 animals.

Target demographics: rescue unwanted and abandoned cats and dogs

Direct beneficiaries per year: 4500 animals

Geographic areas served: Monroe County, Tennessee

Programs: foster homes, rescue transports, support for Monroe County Animal Shelter, Pets for Patriots, Second Chance Pals, MCFA Thrift Store.