The GSPCA would like to thank a very kind and brave young lady.
Ailsa Duncan age 10 raised a fantastic £51 through sponsorship after taking a very cold dip in the sea.
As many adults and some youngsters brave the sea on Christmas Day, Ailsa aged 10 took the opportunity to combine a brave act with raising funds to help animals in Guernsey by doing the Polar Bear Swim.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "On the weekend we had a wonderful gift dropped off when we received a donation of £51 and a photo from Ailsa Duncan who braved the sea on Christmas Day to take part in the Polar Bear Swim."
"It is wonderful to think that whilst many are enjoying the festivities of Christmas this young lady stopped to think and help those that cannot speak for themselves."
"From all at the GSPCA, especially all of the animals a huge thank you to Ailsa and of course to all that supported her."
"Next month it is our 142nd anniversary and during that week we are holding the GSPCA Purple Week where we are asking anyone that would like to get involved to help raise funds for animals in Guernsey."
The GSPCA was founded in 1873 and to help celebrate 142 years caring for animals in Guernsey we are asking for your help.
There are many ways you, your school, group, work place, business can help celebrate.
The GSPCA Purple Week starts 9th February and celebrations will carry on until the 15th with our anniversary being Valentines Day the 14th February.
Ideas to get involved.......
Why not wear purple for the day? The GSPCA logo is purple and we are encouraging people to wear purple for a day or more during this week from purple ties to GSPCA wrist bands, pin badges, or maybe you have a better idea?
A Mufti or Dress Down Day is a great and fun way to raise funds to help animals in Guernsey and celebrate our 142nd anniversary.
Maybe you would like a tombola set for your work place? We can arrange a ticketed tombola with prizes to help raise funds for the animals in our care.
Dress as an animal for the day? Its fun and a great way to celebrate the fact that the GSPCA help 1000's of animals and birds every year.
FACT - Did you know the Shelter has cared for two lion cubs and two monkeys in the last few years and currently has a seal pup on site?
A sponsored event? From a sponsored silence to a wax, stop smoking to a dog walk there are many ways you can raise funds to help animals in Guernsey. To download a sponsor form please
FACT - Did you know the GSPCA has 200 - 300 animals in their care at any one time?
Sell goods for the GSPCA? The GSPCA has a number of new GSPCA goods on sale including pens, pin badges, wrist bands, car stickers and small toy dogs which we can provide in a counter box to help raise funds for the Animal Shelter.
To apply for these or the other items please download a form on this link
FACT - Did you know that in 1919 the first home for stray dogs and cats was at 11 St John Street, St Peter Port. 5/- (five shillings) a week was paid to the tenant for housing the kennels and looking after the animals?
A collection box / wishing well? The GSPCA are always looking for businesses and places to locate collection boxes around the Island. By clicking the above link or emailing [email protected] you can apply for one to help raise funds for the GSPCA. Also if you have a bigger premises maybe you could accommodate one of our GSPCA Wishing Wells. The first of these can be seen at the Shelter which are made on site and are a fantastic way to highlight the need of raising funds for the GSPCA and that your business supports our work caring for animals in Guernsey.
FACT - Did you know in October 1929 the GSPCA purchased its present site at Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews. The house, outbuildings and ¾ vergee of land were bought freehold for £400.00 plus a further 2 vergees of land for £120.00 and an extra £5.00 included the spring and well?
There are many ways you can join the GSPCA Purple Week - Celebrating 142 years Caring for Animals in Guernsey between Monday 9th February and Sunday 15th February.
We have a number of events taking place during the GSPCA Purple Week.
On Tuesday 11th February at 630pm we are holding our second volunteer induction evening of 2015 at the Shelter. To find out more details please click here.
We have our second bingo night of 2015 at the Market Bistro on Wednesday 11th February with a Purple Birthday theme and to book your place please click here
On our actual anniversary Sidneys Sponsored Events are running a 1920's St. Valentine's Day Mafia Ball on Saturday 14th February 2015 at St Pierre Park Hotel and to find out more please click here
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "In 2015 the GSPCA will have been helping animals in Guernsey for 142 years and we are asking animal lovers to help join in and celebrate with us."
'We are looking at holding a number of events during the week and if anyone has any other ideas please let us know.'
"It costs over £600,000 a year to help care for the 1000's of animals and birds we have through our doors, provide the 24 hour 7 day a week emergency service for animals, the welfare work, dog training, education and more and we are appealing for people, schools and businesses to get involved to celebrate the wonderful work we have done and have to do for the future."
"With rising costs and the biggest ever rebuild project we hope that Guernsey will wear purple for animals and join in our birthday fun in February."
"Our New Build project will replace 5 existing structures and if you or your business would like to join our Build Partner scheme please give me a call on 257261 or email me at the GSPCA."
"We will be holding a number events and will release more details closer to the time."
To register your event or involvement please email [email protected] or call 01481 257261
To book your place at the GSPCA Australian Themed Bingo at the Market Bistro on Monday 26th January please click here
To book for Sidney's Sponsored Events 1920's St. Valentine's Day Mafia Ball on Saturday 14th February 2015 please click here
Have you got a GSPCA Hoody, Polo Shirt, Sweat Shirt or T-shirt? If not get yours by clicking here.
To find out about our Events, how to become a Member, Sponsor an Animal Pen, our Wish List, Corporate Sponsorship & Volunteering, , our New Build & Redevelopment Appeal and much more please click here.
There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA and you can even donate online by clicking the paypal link below.
By post cheques payable to 'GSPCA' - GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD
Or by phone 01481 257261.
To find out more regarding our Angel Sponsorship Scheme please click here.
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Here is the latest from the GSPCA Twitter feed -
To see a page full of items on our GSPCA Wish List please click here.
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