At the GSPCA we have been helping animals around the clock for over 150 years.
We have incredible support thanks to our amazing team of volunteers and so many groups and companies that volunteer to help the GSPCA and the vast range of work we carry out 24/7.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “This week we celebrate GSPCA Purple Week and moving from 150 into 151 years and as part of the celebrations we have a Volunteer Induction Evening at 630pm on Tuesday 13th February 2024.”
“Over 800 volunteers help us every year from individuals to groups and businesses and we couldn’t do so much without all that help and are part of our fabulous team.”
"To find out more about GSPCA Purple Week please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
Did you know the GSPCA are looking for a Volunteer Warden?
For the last 50 years we have had an incredible team of volunteers that help ensure our Animal Ambulance is manned between 6pm and 8am 7 days a week.
We are currently recruiting for an Animal Ambulance Wardens and if you are interested please call 25721, pop in or email [email protected] .
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “The GSPCA really could not do so much without its amazing team of volunteers and supporters which have helped for over 150 years.”
“From the Committee to those that walk dogs, fund raisers to those that help with admin, gardeners to those helping with IT, the companies who send their staff to help to so many others the list goes on and on.”
“With the GSPCA providing 24/7 we couldn’t do so much without our amazing team.”
“In recent years with all the challenges our volunteers have really been on the frontline and especially our GSPCA Animal Ambulance Wardens and we cannot thank them enough.”
“The Wardens are volunteers that go out all hours to help sick, injured and stray animals and are part of a team that has spanned nearly 50 years in providing and filling this volunteer role.”
“From rescuing animals stuck up chimneys to rounding up stray farm animals the Wardens are truly incredible and even get calls for snakes that turn out to be a geocache.”
“We are currently looking for a volunteer to help cover our Animal Ambulance as a Warden.”
“There is training and support involved and you do need to be able to drive.”
“If interested do please get in touch as we’d love to hear from you.”
“There are many ways you can help volunteer and the next Volunteer Induction Evening tomorrow is open to all, but volunteers do need to be 16 or over to help at the Animal Shelter, but as mentioned please get in touch if you can help sooner.”
“From storm damage to rescuing seal pups we have been so busy at the GSPCA and there are many other ways to support our work.”
“To make a donation to help the animals in our care please go to https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) .”
“You can also donate by calling 01481 257261, by post to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD or popping up to the Shelter in St Andrews.”
“To make a donation or support our BIGGEST BUILD Appeal please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/biggest-appeal-ever-gspca-big-build-appeal-buy-brick-build-brighter-future-animals-guernsey .”
"For lots of ways to support our work in our 150th year please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
To see more on our Ambulance Wardens please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens
Next Induction dates set is –
Tuesday 13th February 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening
Tuesday 16th April 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening
Wednesday 12th June 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening
Tuesday 23rd July 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening
Tuesday 10th September 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening
Tuesday 5th November 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening
We are looking for volunteers in the following areas –
- Pop Up Charity Shop Organisor/Co-ordinator
- Ambulance Warden Volunteer
- Animal Care Volunteers
- Dog Walkers
- Cat Socialisers
- Reception and Administration Volunteers
- Shop Volunteers
- Gardening Volunteers
- Ambulance Volunteer Drivers
- If you have specific skills you think could help with training please do get in touch
- Fundraising Volunteers
- Maintenance Volunteers
- Education Volunteers
- Cleaning Volunteers
- Laundry Volunteers
- Open to new ideas for volunteers to help
Steve continued “We have many roles available for volunteers and always open to new ideas.”
“As mentioned we are specifically looking for a new Volunteers Animal Ambulance Driver to help which involves covering emergency calls from 6pm until 8am the following morning each week or on the weekends in the day.”
“If you can’t make the next induction fear not as you can download and return the following application form to [email protected] and we can arrange a remote induction
http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Volunteer%20Application%20Au...
For a PDF application chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/viewer.html?pdfurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gspca.org.gg%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2FVolunteer%2520Application%2520Aug%25202021.pdf&clen=67366&chunk=true .”
“We are hoping to open a Pop Up Charity Shop if anyone is interested in helping.”
“As well as volunteers we are looking to recruit those keen to help animals, make a difference and support our community and start a career in animal care at the GSPCA.”
“Every day we help save lives and support our community in a vast array of ways as we have done for 150 years.”
“With the winter here many animals are struggling and we value any help anyone can give.”
“We also have paid positions at the GSPCA.”
“To apply for a paid position please download the application pack below, call 257261 and we can post one out, email [email protected] or pop in to collect a pack.”
"All this year we are celebrating 150 years and there are many ways to get involved - https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-year ."
“We are also always looking for volunteers that would like to help at our events and with fund raising like the Seafront Sundays and Sumer Shows and you can see many of the events we are doing on the base of our blog pages.”
“To find out more you can email us via [email protected] or call 257261 .”
“To find out about our events and news subscribe to our supporters newsletter by going to https://us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9324335c87c8b3ec9f0016f2a&id=e61c951a08 .”
We are currently advertising for additional staff members at the GSPCA and we are looking for the following:
- Full Time Animal Care Assistant Post with Night Duties
- Weekend Hedgehog & Wildlife Assistant
- Weekend Receptionist (various hours available)
- Weekend Maintenance and Animal Ambulance
- Casual Animal Care Assistant and Receptionists
We have some departments that require specific help on weekends especially the hedgehog and wildlife areas, the cattery, reception on Saturdays and help with maintenance and the animal ambulance.
If you would like to apply for a vacancy to download a pack please click here https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/application_pack_ACA_Recep_pack_Jan_2024.pdf
You can also get a pack sent out by popping in, calling 01481 257261 or email [email protected]
All applicants are required to complete an application form which is included in the pack and return it to the GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD or email [email protected]
To find out about corporate volunteer days please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship
Donate
Donate by calling 01481 257261, by post to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD or online https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
GSPCA Purple Week
To find out all about our GSPCA Purple Week Friday 9th until Friday 16th February 2024 please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week
GSPCA 150th Year Ball Saturday 10th February
Tickets are sold out but we do have amazing auction items from GSPCA experiences to GSPCA 150 memorabilia, amazing holidays to weekend breaks, sports memorabilia to signed music items and to get your bids in please go to https://www.bidlive.net/gspca
Auction bids close at 10.15pm on the night of the Ball as in the 10th February so even if you can’t be there this is your chance to support this amazing event, be part of history and get involved with GSPCA Purple Week.
BIGGEST BUILD APPEAL
The GSPCA have the BIGGEST BUILD APPEAL in our 150 year history and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/biggest-appeal-ever-gspca-big-build-appeal-buy-brick-build-brighter-future-animals-guernsey
GSPCA Celebrates 150 years in 2023
This year the GSPCA celebrate 150 years and to find out more please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years
Sponsored Event
Why not create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
For lots more ideas why not visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising
Wish List
Check out our wish list page from the smallest of items to our biggest of projects there are many ways to support us - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list
To visit our Amazon Wish list to see some of the items we need to help the wildlife please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList
GSPCA Wildlife Hospital Appeal
To make a direct donation please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/4618/Please-Support-the-GSPCA-Wildlife-Hospital-Appeal
To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf
Larger donors or corporates may want to make a larger donation and become an Exclusive Build Partner and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner
Legacies & Bequests
By leaving a gift to the GSPCA in your Will really helps us to improve the lives of animals into the future. After providing for those you care for, please consider leaving a proportion of what remains to the GSPCA it is so appreciated and makes a real lasting legacy.
A gift like this to the GSPCA ensures our animals and those in Guernsey will always have someone to keep them safe. To find out more please http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding
Gift Aid on Donations over £500
To find out about the States of Guernsey tax relief information on gift aid up to 2020 on donations totalling between £500 and £5000 please see the details by going to https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=2617&p=0
2021 gift aid is from £500 and up to £7500 and here are the details - https://www.gov.gg/article/151830/Income-tax-relief
To download the form to claim for 2020 or before please follow this link https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=1994&p=0
Become a sponsor and GSPCA member
Why become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor and support our work each month please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf
To become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf
Share our posts and follow us on social media
Many of you will have seen us on social media and your support liking and sharing our posts is really appreciated, and to visit our social media pages please go to
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GuernseySPCA
Twitter https://twitter.com/GSPCA
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gspca-guernsey-965b0751/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gspca_guernsey/
Subscribe to our Supporters Newsletter
To subscribe to our supporters newsletter and find out about upcoming events and news please go to https://us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9324335c87c8b3ec9f0016f2a&id=e61c951a08
Below are our usual opening times but these are occasionally adjusted to ensure we provide the best of care for the animals and those needing our 24/7 help, in an emergency please call 01481 257261
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Reception & Shop area
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Collecting/Dropping Off Boarding Dogs & Cats
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Viewing animals for adoption
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Emergencies Call 257261 or the Shelter is manned 24/7
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GSPCA Charity Shop in Smith Street
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Monday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Tuesday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Wednesday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Thursday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Friday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Saturday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Sunday’s
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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Closed
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Bank Holiday’s
(**Varied times**)
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**Possibly 11am – 4pm**
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**Possibly 11am – 4pm**
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24/7
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Closed unless advertised
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Upcoming Events we are at and need your help -
Are you supporting the GSPCA our 150th year? Here are a few ways you could get involved | GSPCA Guernsey
GSPCA Purple Week Friday 9th – Friday 16th February 2024 https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour Saturday 10th February 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA 150th Year Ball Saturday 10th February 2024 https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/book-now-main-entertainment-announced-gspca-150-year-ball-during-gspca-purple-week-saturday-10t
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour Sunday 11th February 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour Monday 12th February 2024 1pm - 230pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour Tuesday 13th February 2024 1pm - 230pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour Wednesday 14th February 2024 1pm - 230pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour Saturday 17th February 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Tuesday 13th February 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Purple Week Guided Tour https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-purple-week-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 12th March 2024 - Ref - Dog 12/3 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 19th March 2024 - Ref - Cat 19/3 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Tuesday 16th April 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday 19th May 2024 https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday
Wednesday 12th June 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Tuesday 23rd July 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Tuesday 10th September 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Tuesday 5th November 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 12th November 2024 - Ref - Dog 12/9 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 19th November 2024 - Ref - Cat 19/9 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Many more events will be added and dates to be confirmed and if you have any events or ideas to celebrate our 150 years please get in touch…………..
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