The Kohala Animal Relocation and Education Service, or KARES, on Hawaii Island was one of 64 animal welfare groups to receive a grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization to help local senior dogs.
The 64 groups received a combined $510,000 and were selected from 288 applicants across the nation, KARES said in a press release. The organization said it is honored to be selected for the award in recognition of the ways in which KARES has been trying to improve the lives of older dogs.
“This grant will help us give senior dogs like 11-year-old Cubs the dental care she needs so she’ll be ready to go to her forever home,” said Deborah Cravatta, founder of KARES. “No one is more grateful or loving than an old dog, and we’re looking forward to helping more senior dogs get the second chance they all deserve.”
Over the past 12 years, the national nonprofit has provided $2.5 million in grants to support its vision of “a world where no old dog dies alone and afraid.” Grants typically range from $2,500 to $10,000.
“Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we’re delighted to help deserving organizations like KARES make a difference in the lives of dogs and people in their communities,” Grey Muzzle’s Executive Director Lisa Lunghofer said. “Many senior dogs on the island of Hawaii are enjoying their golden years in loving homes thanks to the wonderful work of KARES.”