Local Animal Advocacy Organizations
Sanctuary Brewing Company is proud to work with the following local shelters and advocacy groups.
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Sweet Bear Rescue Farm is home to 40 animals with a constant revolving door of fosters and rescues. Permanent residents include best friends Ollie the pot-bellied pig and Charlotte the chicken; Oskar the cat; dogs Harry, TT, Trixie and Layla; goats Maggie and Shadow; a gorgeous Tom Turkey named George; and 16 sweet baby chickens recently saved from a brutal religious sacrifice.
“This is something Joe and I have been dreaming about for years,” says McDonald. “As vegans, we believe in the inherent value of all life, and we want to save every animal we possibly can. This is our life’s mission, and Sweet Bear is a place where all animals will be safe and loved for their entire lives.” Dubbed Sweet Bear after McDonald and Dinan’s late dog, Nala, who inspired their work in animal advocacy, the rescue is a 501-3, so all donations are tax-deductible. The farm also hosts regular volunteer work days in order to help keep the property in top shape for the residents. The farm is a beacon of hope for animals of all species -- a place where kindness and compassion are the norm, and all individuals are treated with love and respect. Sweet Bear is dedicated to changing the world, spreading the values of veganism, and creating a safe haven for those who've experienced abuse and neglect. The bucolic setting in stunning Western North Carolina may be the the first place where many people encounter farmed animals -- species typically exploited and slaughtered by the meat, dairy, and egg industries. Here, visitors can engage with the individual personalities of the residents, and learn about the intelligence, deep emotional capacity, and amazing complexity of these wonderful animals. |
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue - Brother Wolf is the largest No Kill shelter in North Carolina and is voted #1 Animal Shelter, #1 Place to Volunteer, and #1 Not-for-Profit year after year in WNC.
Brother Wolf routinely cares for over 500 dogs and cats in its 10,000 sq ft Adoption Center and Foster Network.
Brother Wolf routinely cares for over 500 dogs and cats in its 10,000 sq ft Adoption Center and Foster Network.
Boxer Butts & Other Mutts - Committed to rescuing dogs that are in dire need of help. BBOM strives to create a "Rescue Family" that includes many positive people that are willing to help them achieve their goals. Family members include adopters, fosters, cross posters, volunteers, educators and anyone that seeks the same rewards of saving the lives of animals.
Friends For Life Forever Farm - The Friends for Life mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home senior and special needs companion animals. Compassion for, and a commitment to, these special animals is paramount in their philosophy.
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Full Moon Farm - An organization dedicated to the well being of the wolfdog (wolf hybrid). Full Moon Farm provides a safe haven for animals that cannot be placed into homes for the rest of their lives.
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Animal Haven of Asheville - A dedicated group of people with the goal of providing
protection and refuge to homeless and abused animals. They provide shelter, veterinary care, and rehabilitation for life, or until someone like you comes and adopts one of our animals. Although their emphasis is on farm animals, they also have cats and dogs that desperately need a home. 
Earthshine Nature Programs - Founded in 2010 by naturalist Steve O'Neil. Their mission is to provide a unique learning environment and opportunities for everyone that will foster a lasting interest, respect, love and hopefully greater conservation of wildlife, wild places, and our fragile shared environment.
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The Turtle Hospital - Opened its doors 1986 with four main goals: 1) rehab injured sea turtles and return them to their natural habitat, 2) educate the public through outreach programs and visit local schools, 3) conduct and assist with research aiding to sea turtles (in conjunction with state universities), and 4) work toward environmental legislation making the beaches and water safe and clean for sea turtles.
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