GSPCA are delighted to announce that Guernsey Post today launched the GSPCA 150 year Stamp collection.
Guernsey Post recent published ‘Guernsey Post’s philatelic bureau is delighted to release new stamps commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Guernsey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (GSPCA). The stamps will be issued on 14 February 2024, coinciding with the culmination of the GSPCA’s year-long celebrations marking its anniversary.
Founded in 1873, the GSPCA’s key aims are to prevent cruelty to all animals, rescue animals in distress, provide shelter for strays, and foster kindness and consideration in the treatment of animals and birds, whether domestic or wild. As well as being one of the oldest charities in Guernsey, it is also one of the first to be formally registered in law. Its role now, as in those early days, of preventing cruelty and promoting kindness to animals, through education, remains as strong as ever.
The stamps depict a wide variety of the less common animals, which the GSPCA is called to rescue, treat and look after, comprising: -
65p (Local letter up to 100g): Common Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
£1.20 (UK letter up to 100g): Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus)
£1.36 (EUR letter up to 20g): Senegal Parrot (Poicephalus senegalus)
£1.68 (ROW letter up to 20g): Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica)
£2.65 (Local Large letter up to 750g): Guinea-Pig (Cavia porcellus)
£2.71 (EUR Large letter up to 100g): Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)
Bridget Yabsley, head of philatelic at Guernsey Post said: - “We are absolutely thrilled to commemorate the GSPCA’s 150th anniversary. This wonderful organisation is funded entirely through the generosity of the local community and without donations, monthly giving, legacies and their members, the GSPCA wouldn't be able to help the thousands of animals every year that come through its doors. The charity makes such a positive difference in so many ways, both for animals and our local community, and it is the only all-animal welfare organisation working 24/7, 365 days a year in Guernsey.
“Throughout 2024, our revised stamp values will provide Post Offices and customers with the flexibility to use single stamps for some of the small parcel rates. Future stamp issues will provide a range of options, from standard letter for all regions, though to local parcels, large letters, and small parcel rates elsewhere.”
The stamp products are available at www.guernseystamps.com or by calling Philatelic Customer Services on +44 (0) 1481 716486.’
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “On this incredibly special day being our founding day back in 1873 who would have though that as we move from our 150th into our 151st year the GSPCA would be featured on Guernsey Postage Stamps.”
“We take it for granted the many ways we can communicate in this modern age but back in 1873 post would have been essential in so many ways to keep in touch all around the world and even across Parishes and the other islands.”
“We are so thankful to all that have enabled these stamps to become a reality from Guernsey Post to our Patron the Lieutenant Governor to of course His Majesty who we send best wishes to at this time.”
“The stamps are amazing and include animals we have rescued to those we have helped find new homes.”
“The launch of the stamps also is part of our #GSPCAPurpleWeek and 150 moving into our 151st year celebrations.”
“To see more about our GSPCA Purple Week from last Friday 9th until Friday 16th February 2024 please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week .”
“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 ."
“We look forward seeing these fabulous stamps on letters and packages and we really hope that everyone enjoys them.”
"If you save your used stamps and get them to us at the GSPCA we can use them to raise funds."
"Thank you to all that are supporting #GSPCAPurpleWeek."
To see more details on recycling stamps and helping the GSPCA please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/recycle-stamps-help-animals-guernsey
To purchase the stamps online please visit - https://www.guernseystamps.com/new-issues/150th-Anniversary-of-th-GSPCA-New-Issue
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
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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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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