We made out a flyer and went to all the real estate offices in the city and spoke to them about the program we wanted to create. Every one of them was on board with giving us a call. Even if what is there is not usable, we are helping them get it off the property. Even if we can get viable pieces here and there, we can eventually put a pen together. Or someone that wants the fencing removed from the property, we are taking that and reusing boards to help dog owners to replace and repair their fencing.
It is not a lot, but any little thing helps some owners.
Original Message:
Sent: 01-08-2024 09:34 AM
From: Janice Wheeler
Subject: Community Conversations Reflections - What have you learned this year?
As a Realtor and foster guardian I don't run into that very often. But, I am in small office. You might print up flyers, post on social media and also reach out to property managers. They run into it quite a bit when a tenant moves. Another area of out reach is people getting rid of excess towels, blankets, comforters, bath mats.
Another growing area to outreach is- 1000 of us Realtors and related professional, have a group -Nationwide belong to group called REAL ESTATE PET PROJECT. We network with rescues (everything from birds, rabbits, dogs, feral colonies, cats) out reach animals, pet food, animals with special needs, pets too long at shelters. Our name and your name goes on any outreach we do. If you desire I can connect you with a member of Real Estate Pet Project nationwide.
Janice Wheeler
Realtor - Mohamed Realty (Sacramento) Ca- #01162965
916-849-1059
Thulani Senior German Shepard Rescue.
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Janice Wheeler
Foster
TSGSR
CA
Original Message:
Sent: 01-07-2024 04:57 AM
From: Cyndi Hoffman
Subject: Community Conversations Reflections - What have you learned this year?
I am not sure if it was one of these sessions or another but a great program we started with real estate agents was to contact us if a house being sold had a decent dog house or pen in the yard the current owner wanted to get removed before the sale or someone buying a home wanted removed after purchase. We would go pick these things up, have them cleaned up and any minor repairs done and then take them to a family that was struggling to get these basic things. We helped 6 families keep their dogs by providing them with another means to contain their dogs besides being on a tether (which is against our city ordinance). Another dozen by providing a better form of housing for their animals.
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Cyndi Hoffman
Newnan Police Department
Original Message:
Sent: 12-21-2023 03:47 PM
From: Maddie's Pet Forum Admin
Subject: Community Conversations Reflections - What have you learned this year?
This year, we have hosted 37 Weekly Community Conversations calls with inspiring leaders in animal well-being who have shared their insights, experiences and their community wisdom that can help guide us in our work. As we take a two week break, we invite you to reflect on the strides you've made this year.
Taking a look back at the year of programming from Community Conversations, we want to hear from you! If you've attended any of our calls or watched the replays: What have you learned this year during one of our sessions?
It could be a program you heard about that you implemented, a new partnership you created or an idea that has stuck with you throughout the year. In case you need a refresher, here were some of our most viewed community conversations or you can take a look back at all the recordings and discussion threads here: forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
2023's Most Viewed Community Conversations:
Intentional Leadership: Leading with Radical Acceptance, Curiosity, and Compassion to Engage and Retain Employees featuring @José Ocaño (he/him/el), Founder of Hatching, LLC
The Future of Animal Welfare: Positive Disruption Will Save More Lives featuring @Sheila Kouhkan, Chief Engagement Officer for Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE)
Providing Free Veterinary Care to Pets of the Unhoused featuring Dr. @Kwane Stewart, Project Street Vet, Co-Founder, Veterinarian
Start Off The New Year Right
What better way to expand your New Year celebration to your organization's people, than to create a place where staff can reflect, celebrate past achievements and cultivate a collaborative spirit for the future. Encourage each team member to contribute insights, build a stronger, more inclusive foundation where diverse perspectives shape shared missions. As one year comes to a close and a new one begins, we invite you to watch (or re-watch) this recording of, "Year-End Reflections and Setting Intentions" with Dr. Jyothi Robertson and complete the guided handout as you prepare for the new year.
#CommunityPartnerships*
#Diversity,Equity,InclusionandJustice
#EducationandTraining
#OrganizationalManagement
#PeopleManagement(includingVolunteerIntegration)
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Maddie's Pet Forum Admin
Maddie's Fund
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