Volunteers Week starts in June but why not join us at the GSPCA Volunteer Induction Evening on Wednesday 31st May 630pm

We celebrate our 150 year history this year and we couldn’t do so much without our incredible team of staff, volunteers and supporters.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have never been so busy as we have been in current years and with plans of new builds to meeting every day demands we are currently recruiting for additional team members at the GSPCA from staff to volunteers.”

“1^st June sees the start of Volunteers Week and why not join us before it takes place at our next Induction Evening on the 31^st May.”

“There are so many ways to help and you don’t need to be able to help every week as we are very flexible.”

“The volunteer age for inductions is now from 16 years and up and we have opportunities in all parts of our activities here at the GSPCA.”

“From helping with our busy ambulance service to walking dogs, our full cattery to our packed rabbit and small animal department, over 100 hedgehogs to over 30 reptiles, gardening to helping on reception.”

Next Induction dates set are:

Wednesday 31^st May 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening

Wednesday 12^th July 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening

Wednesday 13^th September 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening

Wednesday 25^th October 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening

Wednesday 22^nd November 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening

Steve continued “If you can’t make it and would like to become a volunteer please 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...  

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“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 Spring time well and truly upon us it is very busy with baby birds and other young animals arriving 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 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 Cattery 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_ACA_pack_Feb%202023.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 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

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

April - August 2023 Autism Guernsey and GSPCA Puffin Parade https://puffinparade.org.gg/

2023 – AGM – Date to be Confirmed

May 2023 - International Respect for Chickens Month

Saturday 27^th and Sunday 28^th May 2023 Guernsey Together Festival https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-stall-weekend-guernseys-biggest-music-festival-weekend

Guided Tour - Monday, May 29, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

Tuesday 30^th May – International Hug Your Cat Day

Guided Tour - Wednesday, May 31, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

Wednesday 31^st May 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening

June 2023 – National Microchipping Month

June 2023 – 150^th Year Sponsored Dog Walk – Date to be Confirmed

Guided Tour - Friday, June 2, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

4^th June 2023 Arts Seafront Sunday https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-stall-arts-seafront-sunday-4th-june-2023

10^th June 2023 Saffrey Rotary Walk https://safferyrotarywalk.org.gg/

Blanchelande College Summer Fete on Sunday 11^th June 2023 from midday to 3.30pm

Summer 2023 – Summer Sunday Family Lunch

Wednesday 14^th June 2023 – World Sea Turtle Day

Sunday 18^th June 2023 - Guernsey Classic Vehicle Club LBG Show at Saumarez Park

Sunday 25^th June 2023 – Guernsey Charities Fete

25^th June 2023 EDABL Seafront Sunday

Friday 23^rd June 2023 - Take Your Dog To Work Day

June 26^th to July 3^rd 2023 – National Rabbit Week

Monday 5^th July 2023 – Viaer Marchi at Saumarez Park - https://nationaltrust.gg/events/all/event/saumarez-park/viaer-marchi-2022/6

Wednesday 12^th July 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening

Sunday 16^th July 2023 – World Snake Day

Guided Tour - Monday, July 24, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

Saturday 29^th and Sunday 30^th July 2023 – Torteval Scarecrow Festival

Guided Tour - Monday, July 31, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

6^th August 2023 EDABL Seafront Sunday

Guided Tour - Monday, August 7, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

13^th August 2023 EDABL Seafront Sunday

Monday 14^th August 2023 – World Lizard Day

Guided Tour - Monday, August 14, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

11^th and 12^th August 2023 – South Show

16^th and 17^th August 2023 – West Show - https://thewestshow.com/

Guided Tour - Monday, August 21, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477  

23^rd and 24^th August 2023 – North Show - https://northshow.org.gg/

Guided Tour - Monday, August 28, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477  

September 2023 - World Animal Remembrance Month

Guided Tour - Monday, September 4, 2023 2:00PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-educational-guided-tours-tickets-627157002477

GSPCA 150^th Year Ball – Date to be Confirmed

24^th September 2023 St Johns Ambulance Seafront Sunday

Wednesday 13^th September 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening

October 2023 - World Animal Month

Wednesday 4^th October 2023 - World Animal Day

Wednesday 25^th October 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening

Wednesday 8^th November 2023 – GSPCA Dog First aid Course

Wednesday 15^th November 2023 – GSPCA Cat First aid Course

Wednesday 22^nd November 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening

Monday 4^th December 2023 – World Wildlife Conservation Day

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…………..