THE BACKDROP

Very often we hear stories about a leopard falling into a pit, a kitten being stuck in a pipe, or a leopard that is injured. There are thousands of wildlife and domestic animals that face major threats every day. This happens mainly because as humans we have invaded their habitat resulting in animal-human conflict, our lack of empathy, increased trading in illegal animal trafficking, etc.

The landscape that surrounds us and the amazing wildlife that thrives in it has vastly changed over the last decade - the growth in urban development, shifts in agricultural patterns, and climatic changes have led to an increasing number of wildlife coming into conflict. 

There is an urgent need to rescue these voiceless animals and rehabilitate them.

The Pune-based NGO - RESQ does exactly that and much much more. They operate mainly in Maharashtra and have come to the rescue of tens of thousands of animals since their inception in 2007 !! 

Here are two examples of their work. 

THE BEGINNING, COSTS AND RANGE OF ACTIVITIES.

Maharashtra is home to a diverse population of wild animals, many of whom are key species identified to be globally declining. The Pune-based NGO - RESQ provides emergency aid to animals in distress. Thousands of wild animals come to RESQ annually who are either injured, sick, orphaned, or victims of wildlife trafficking and illegal captivity. 

Since 2007, the rescue and rehabilitation work of the NGO has provided aid to thousands of animals of over 200+ species, improved public health and safety outcomes, and actively worked on preventing human-animal conflict across multiple urban and rural ecosystems.

IT COSTS JUST INR 3000 TO RESCUE AN ANIMAL.

This includes ambulance costs, medicines, rehabilitation, animal feed, and vaccines.

WHAT DOES RESQ DO?

Animals that get stuck in difficult situations (heights, depths, and water) are rescued. Besides rescuing animals in distress, an animal hospital (in-patient care) for injured and sick domestic animals is being run for those that require treatment or surgery. The domestic animal sanctuary provides lifetime care for animals who have either lost their homes or families in unfortunate incidents.

Pic: RESQ has impacted over 1 lakh animals to date.

FUND GENEROUSLY,

• INR 6000, will help 2 animals.

• INR 12000, will help 4 animals.

• INR 15000, will help 5 animals.

All funding has 80G tax benefits.

ANOTHER STORY OF IMPACT

ABOUT ME

Make a Difference: Join Me in Rescuing and Rehabilitating Animals in Need

Dear compassionate souls,

I am a 14-year-old student, currently in grade 9 at Jamnabai Narsee School, and I want to invite you to join me in making a significant impact on the lives of animals in distress. I am deeply passionate about animal welfare and have taken the initiative to host a crowdfunding project to support the remarkable NGO, RESQ, in their mission to rescue and rehabilitate animals in need. Your contribution, no matter how small, can help save lives and make this world a better place for our furry friends.

RESQ is not just any organization; it is authorized by the Government of Maharashtra to conduct state-wide wildlife rescue in collaboration with the Maharashtra Forest Department. This means that your donation will be channeled through a credible and trusted organization with a proven track record of making a difference.

One of the remarkable aspects of RESQ's work is that the rescue of an animal costs only ₹3,000. This relatively small amount has the power to give a second chance to a creature in distress, nursing them back to health and eventually releasing them into their natural habitat. Your donation, whether it's ₹300 or ₹3,000, can directly contribute to saving a life.

Animals can't speak for themselves, but we can be their voice and their hope. Every rupee donated will go towards providing medical care, food, shelter, and a chance for a better life for animals that have suffered due to accidents, cruelty, or natural disasters.

I invite you to be a part of this compassionate movement, to stand together as a community and make a lasting impact on the lives of animals in need. Your donation will not only help RESQ continue their vital work but also inspire others to join the cause.

Please consider donating to my crowdfunding project and help me make a real difference. Together, we can create a brighter and more compassionate world for animals.

Thank you for your kindness and support.

With gratitude,
Jaaison

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ABOUT RESQ

RESQ was founded in 2007 to provide emergency aid to animals in distress. Since then, the rescue and rehabilitation work of the organization has provided aid to thousands of animals of over 200+ species, improved public health and safety outcomes, and actively worked on preventing human-animal conflict across multiple urban and rural ecosystems.

We have evolved and always adapted to the rapidly changing needs of the environment around us. In 2007, when there was no one in Pune city to provide aid to street animals, we did that. Today, there are many focused groups working in that field, several of whom we have assisted as they began their journeys. In 2014, when there was no one to rescue abandoned livestock, we did that. Today, we still do that and much more - we ensure they never go back on the streets. In 2017, when scores of wild animals began getting affected in Maharashtra due to rapid development and shifts in agriculture patterns, that's who we went on to help. 

Powered by a 60+ member team who work on the frontlines, driven by a passion for tackling every challenge they face with a smile, together they work towards the organization’s vision of conservation and coexistence between wildlife, communities, and their animals through our response and prevention activities. 

TAX BENEFITS

Funding for this campaign is eligible for tax breaks as RESQ is a registered trust and you can avail of benefits under section 80G of the IT Act. Foreign funding is not accepted.