HELP INDIA'S STREET ANIMALS

Kia Ora Kim! This letter is to formally thank you for your kind donation to Project Karuna, my campaign to help street animals of India. To date we have raised approximately $NZ22,000. This money was distributed to shelters and individuals through (a) international bank transfer (b) Paypal and (c) cash payments. Before a sum was donated I exercised due diligence to satisfy myself the work these individuals and organisations were doing was bone fide and deserving of financial support. I made my decisions about who to donate to, and how much to donate, based on a number of criteria that included: - how many animals were being helped - the financial need of the shelter/individual caring for them - the sincerity and dedication of the individuals concerned A number of times I chose not to donate because either - the organisation was well established, and had regular financial support - due diligence made me suspect that the funds might possibly be misused In some cases I donated on two different occasions to worthy individuals as they were in desperate need of funds. Over a period of under three months, and thanks to your and other donors' money, we - cleared debts, - purchased equipment, (including a scooter for a dedicated carer who had no vehicle to transport his dogs to the vet), - improved facilities to house animals, - paid for medication and food, - sponsored mass feedings of dogs and cats, - saved five oxen who were earmarked to be killed, - rescued 34 cows who were being illegally transported for slaughter and transferred them to a cow shelter, - contributed to a programme in Tamil Nadu that involved police stations all over the state placing receptacles for water for thirsty dogs, cats, cows, birds and other animals who suffer from thirst and dehydration in the summer's punishing heat. During my trip I was interviewed four times on radio, television, and social media, where I tried to raise awareness of the issues involving street animals, and discuss possible solutions. In addition I wrote letters (and forwarded video evidence) to national, and state governments and the Animal Welfare Board of India about (a) overworked and neglected tonga horses in Kolkata, a popular tourist attraction (b) the conditions birds, dogs, small mammals and fish are kept in a popular Kolkata pet market, and (c) the illegal cow meat trade. I am not expecting any more funds to be deposited in the fundraiser before it is closed down, but should that happen, I will use it appropriately as I hope you think I have to date. Thankyou once again dear Kim for your support, and what you made possible for us to achieve. I really appreciate it, and you have helped us to make a difference for unfortunate animals, and the dedicated people who care for them. Love, Sandra x

Dear Guest Donor! This letter is to formally thank you for your kind donations to Project Karuna, my campaign to help street animals of India. To date we have raised approximately $NZ22,000. This money was distributed to shelters and individuals through (a) international bank transfer (b) Paypal and (c) cash payments. Before a sum was donated I exercised due diligence to satisfy myself the work these individuals and organisations were doing was bone fide and deserving of financial support. I made my decisions about who to donate to, and how much to donate, based on a number of criteria that included: - how many animals were being helped - the financial need of the shelter/individual caring for them - the sincerity and dedication of the individuals concerned A number of times I chose not to donate because either - the organisation was well established, and had regular financial support - due diligence made me suspect that the funds might possibly be misused In some cases I donated on two different occasions to worthy individuals as they were in desperate need of funds. Over a period of under three months, and thanks to your and other donors' money, we - cleared debts, - purchased equipment, (including a scooter for a dedicated carer who had no vehicle to transport his dogs to the vet), - improved facilities to house animals, - paid for medication and food, - sponsored mass feedings of dogs and cats, - saved five oxen who were earmarked to be killed, - rescued 34 cows who were being illegally transported for slaughter and transferred them to a cow shelter, - contributed to a programme in Tamil Nadu that involved police stations all over the state placing receptacles for water for thirsty dogs, cats, cows, birds and other animals who suffer from thirst and dehydration in the summer's punishing heat. During my trip I was interviewed four times on radio, television, and social media, where I tried to raise awareness of the issues involving street animals, and discuss possible solutions. In addition I wrote letters (and forwarded video evidence) to national, and state governments and the Animal Welfare Board of India about (a) overworked and neglected tonga horses in Kolkata, a popular tourist attraction (b) the conditions birds, dogs, small mammals and fish are kept in a popular Kolkata pet market, and (c) the illegal cow meat trade. I am not expecting any more funds to be deposited in the fundraiser before it is closed down, but should that happen, I will use it appropriately as I hope you think I have to date. Thankyou once again dear Guest Donor for your support, and what you made possible for us to achieve. I really appreciate it, and you have helped us to make a difference for unfortunate animals, and the dedicated people who care for them. Love, Sandra x

Dear friend of the animals, This letter is to formally thank you for your kind donations to Project Karuna, my campaign to help street animals of India. To date we have raised approximately $NZ22,000. This money was distributed to shelters and individuals through (a) international bank transfer (b) Paypal and (c) cash payments. Before a sum was donated I exercised due diligence to satisfy myself the work these individuals and organisations were doing was bone fide and deserving of financial support. I made my decisions about who to donate to, and how much to donate, based on a number of criteria that included: - how many animals were being helped - the financial need of the shelter/individual caring for them - the sincerity and dedication of the individuals concerned A number of times I chose not to donate because either - the organisation was well established, and had regular financial support - due diligence made me suspect that the funds might possibly be misused In some cases I donated on two different occasions to worthy individuals as they were in desperate need of funds. Over a period of under three months, and thanks to your and other donors' money, we - cleared debts, - purchased equipment, (including a scooter for a dedicated carer who had no vehicle to transport his dogs to the vet), - improved facilities to house animals, - paid for medication and food, - sponsored mass feedings of dogs and cats, - saved five oxen who were earmarked to be killed, - rescued 34 cows who were being illegally transported for slaughter and transferred them to a cow shelter, - contributed to a programme in Tamil Nadu that involved police stations all over the state placing receptacles for water for thirsty dogs, cats, cows, birds and other animals who suffer from thirst and dehydration in the summer's punishing heat. During my trip I was interviewed four times on radio, television, and social media, where I tried to raise awareness of the issues involving street animals, and discuss possible solutions. In addition I wrote letters (and forwarded video evidence) to national, and state governments and the Animal Welfare Board of India about (a) overworked and neglected tonga horses in Kolkata, a popular tourist attraction (b) the conditions birds, dogs, small mammals and fish are kept in a popular Kolkata pet market, and (c) the illegal cow meat trade. I am not expecting any more funds to be deposited in the fundraiser before it is closed down, but should that happen, I will use it appropriately as I hope you think I have to date. Thankyou once again dear Guest Donor for your support, and what you made possible for us to achieve. I really appreciate it, and you have helped us to make a difference for unfortunate animals, and the dedicated people who care for them. Yours sincerely, Sandra Kyle.

Dear Reuben, Darcy, Amanda and Russell, This letter is to formally thank you for your kind donations to Project Karuna, my campaign to help street animals of India. To date we have raised approximately $NZ22,000. This money was distributed to shelters and individuals through (a) international bank transfer (b) Paypal and (c) cash payments. Before a sum was donated I exercised due diligence to satisfy myself the work these individuals and organisations were doing was bone fide and deserving of financial support. I made my decisions about who to donate to, and how much to donate, based on a number of criteria that included: - how many animals were being helped - the financial need of the shelter/individual caring for them - the sincerity and dedication of the individuals concerned A number of times I chose not to donate because either - the organisation was well established, and had regular financial support - due diligence made me suspect that the funds might possibly be misused In some cases I donated on two different occasions to worthy individuals as they were in desperate need of funds. Over a period of under three months, and thanks to your and other donors' money, we - cleared debts, - purchased equipment, (including a scooter for a dedicated carer who had no vehicle to transport his dogs to the vet), - improved facilities to house animals, - paid for medication and food, - sponsored mass feedings of dogs and cats, - saved five oxen who were earmarked to be killed, - rescued 34 cows who were being illegally transported for slaughter and transferred them to a cow shelter, - contributed to a programme in Tamil Nadu that involved police stations all over the state placing receptacles for water for thirsty dogs, cats, cows, birds and other animals who suffer from thirst and dehydration in the summer's punishing heat. During my trip I was interviewed four times on radio, television, and social media, where I tried to raise awareness of the issues involving street animals, and discuss possible solutions. In addition I wrote letters (and forwarded video evidence) to national, and state governments and the Animal Welfare Board of India about (a) overworked and neglected tonga horses in Kolkata, a popular tourist attraction (b) the conditions birds, dogs, small mammals and fish are kept in a popular Kolkata pet market, and (c) the illegal cow meat trade. I am not expecting any more funds to be deposited in the fundraiser before it is closed down, but should that happen, I will use it appropriately as I hope you think I have to date. Thankyou once again for your support, and what you made possible for us to achieve. I really appreciate it, and you have helped us to make a difference for unfortunate animals, and the dedicated people who care for them. Love, Sandra x