E-news updates

With Christmas just around the corner, I want to thank you for everything you’ve made possible for the donkeys in our care. Your kindness has given safety to those arriving at our door with painful injuries – including little Theodora, abandoned and suffering after a dog attack. Your support not only helps us care for […]

I’m so pleased to say we’ve had some encouraging news from Gaza. The food and medical aid originally sent to Dr Saif and his team last year has finally crossed the Rafah border, and we’re now waiting to hear when Dr Saif will be able to collect it. This will make a huge difference to

This week, I wanted to share an update from Dr Rakan, our lead vet in the West Bank – and a story that shows just how much difference your kindness is making every day to donkeys, mules and horses who need our help. If you’ve already donated to our Christmas appeal to support our mobile

As I write, we’re still awaiting news of when our shipment of food and medication will finally be released at the border with Gaza. Our team is desperate for these vital supplies, so we do hope this is very soon – and please know your support is what makes it all possible. This week, I want to

This week, I want to thank you for the difference you’re making for working donkeys in Egypt.  Your support enables our dedicated vet teams to provide daily care for donkeys in the brick kilns – and to respond to emergencies when animals are in urgent need. The donkeys of El Saf work in some of

You may have received our Christmas appeal in the post this week, but if not, we’ll be sharing more news about it in a special email on Sunday. The appeal features our incredible vet teams in the West Bank and their work bringing treatment and comfort to working donkeys every day. You’ll also find out Dr Rakan’s

In recent weeks, three new rescue donkeys have been welcomed at our sanctuary in Israel. Each has their own story, and over the coming weeks we’ll be sharing more updates as they settle in and begin their new lives in their forever home. This week we have also seen progress in Gaza. A ceasefire has

As we write this week’s e-news, there is finally a glimmer of hope that peace may be in sight for Gaza. Dr Saif messaged us this morning to say in the last 10 days alone, his team has helped 379 animals. Their dedication never wavers, and it’s thanks to your generosity that they can keep

I wanted to say another heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our recent Gaza appeal – and to everyone who gives so generously each month. Your donations are helping Dr Saif and his team continue their work, despite the unimaginable hardships they are facing. Because of you, our mobile team can stay on the

As the colder months approach, we’re hard at work at our sanctuary in Israel and rescue centre in Arrana, making sure every donkey is safe, well cared for, and comfortable. Today I’d like to share some photos of the ‘winter make ready’ at the sanctuary, along with some photos Dr Rakan has sent over from