A LETTER TO NATIONAL TREASURER BARBARA SVETLIK
Dear Barbara,
December is a busy time for most nonprofits and we’re no exception. This month alone, we’ve placed 24 assistance dogs with those we serve including guide dogs for people who are blind or have low vision, service dogs for veterans with physical disabilities, and service dogs for veterans with PTSD.
America's VetDogs was thrust into the international spotlight after the passing of President George H.W. Bush. A photo of Sully, his service dog, lying beside the flag-draped coffin of the former president – continuing to do his job and remain close to his partner – went viral and garnered global attention about Sully and our service dog programs.
We also accomplished a great deal this past year. Our dedicated instructors, canine care team, admin staff, and volunteers, helped place over 60 specially trained assistance dogs with veterans. VetDogs also received the platinum seal of transparency from GuideStar, a non-profit charity watchdog group. In addition, we recently underwent our five-year assessments by the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International for re-accreditation. America’s VetDogs was the second assistance dog school in the United States accredited by both ADI and IGDF, yet another instance how we are leading the way in the assistance dog industry.
As a regular reader of our email newsletter, you already understand how your support for America’s VetDogs changes the lives of veterans and first responders with disabilities. You play an incredibly important role in our work to enhance the quality of life for the people who serve. Thank you for supporting our mission.
December is a busy time for most nonprofits and we’re no exception. This month alone, we’ve placed 24 assistance dogs with those we serve including guide dogs for people who are blind or have low vision, service dogs for veterans with physical disabilities, and service dogs for veterans with PTSD.
America's VetDogs was thrust into the international spotlight after the passing of President George H.W. Bush. A photo of Sully, his service dog, lying beside the flag-draped coffin of the former president – continuing to do his job and remain close to his partner – went viral and garnered global attention about Sully and our service dog programs.
We also accomplished a great deal this past year. Our dedicated instructors, canine care team, admin staff, and volunteers, helped place over 60 specially trained assistance dogs with veterans. VetDogs also received the platinum seal of transparency from GuideStar, a non-profit charity watchdog group. In addition, we recently underwent our five-year assessments by the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International for re-accreditation. America’s VetDogs was the second assistance dog school in the United States accredited by both ADI and IGDF, yet another instance how we are leading the way in the assistance dog industry.
As a regular reader of our email newsletter, you already understand how your support for America’s VetDogs changes the lives of veterans and first responders with disabilities. You play an incredibly important role in our work to enhance the quality of life for the people who serve. Thank you for supporting our mission.
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