Capital Campaign

Our dream is their need.

lenoircountyspca.org

Building a humane future.

Lenoir County SPCA PO Box 1481, Kinston, NC 28501

Shelter: 2455 Rouse Rd Ext Kinston, NC 28503

Second Chances Thrift Store 2900 W. Vernon Ave Kinston, NC 28504

lenoircountyspca.org

Our Philosophy

We are an open-door animal shelter and annually accept 2,500-3,200 lost, neglected, abused or surrendered animals from Lenoir County, NC. We do not limit intake based on health, temperament or age. This means that at any given time we have a combined in- shelter and in-foster dog population of 40-70 dogs and 50-75 cats. Each of these animals is treated with respect, kindness and com-passion throughout their stay. Staff and volunteers do their best to give each animal a second chance in a loving home.

The Five Freedoms

We believe in the Five Freedoms, created by the UK Farm Animal Welfare Council and adopted by reputable animal welfare organiza-tions world-wide.

1. Freedom from hunger or thirst

2. Freedom from discomfort by providing an appropriate environ-

ment including shelter and a comfortable resting area

3. Freedom from pain, injury or disease

4. Freedom to express (most) normal behavior by providing suffi-

cient space, proper facilities and company of the animal's own kind

5. Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treat-

ment which avoid mental suffering

Our Need The Lenoir County animal shelter is nearly 40 years old and not conducive to properly and compassionately house animals while they wait for new homes. It’s inefficient to operate and maintain, cramped for animals and peo-ple, and does not contribute to the animals' health and well-being. As we learn more about best practices in animal care and shel-ter requirements become more strict, we’re finding it increasingly difficult to update the shelter enough to meet the animals’ needs. Thanks to support from our community and volunteers, the SPCA has patched, painted and decorated; upgraded existing kennels, added more kennels, and repaired the shelter as needed. We recently added a small puppy room to better comply with shelter standards. After reviewing options from qualified shelter architects, it’s simply no longer feasible to continue investing in a building which we do not own. We’re tired of understanding what the animals need and not being able to provide it. Let’s work together to build a more humane future for homeless animals.

Our Goal To raise $1,500,000 to build a new shelter which will ensure the safety, health and well-being of more homeless animals in our commu-nity while they wait for their second chance.

After several years of research & planning, the time has finally come. Let’s build a new shelter!

How You Can Help Please support our work by making a tax-deductible donation to the Lenoir County SPCA’s New Shelter

Fund. Shelter Campaign Gift Forms are available at the animal shelter, at Second Chances Thrift Store, or

on our website: lenoircountyspca.org

Please make checks payable to: LCSPCA New Shelter Fund

Lenoir County SPCA PO Box 1481

Kinston, NC 28501

Reception / Lobby $ 50,000 Meet & Greet Rooms (2) $15,000 ea $ 30,000 Lost Cat Holding Area $ 20,000 Adoptable Cat Room $ 35,000 Cat Kennels (42) $2,500 ea $ 105,000 Free Roaming Cat Room (2) $15,000 ea $ 30,000 Lost Dog Holding Area $ 20,000 Puppies/Small Dog Room $ 30,000 Adoptable Dog Wing (3) $50,000 ea $ 150,000 Puppy/Small Dog Kennels (8) $3,000 ea $ 24,000 Indoor/Outdoor Dog Runs (47) $4,500 ea $ 211,500 Adoption Courtyard $ 30,000 Dog Exercise Yard $ 15,000 Education/Conference Room $ 25,000 Staff/Volunteer Break Room $ 10,000 Pet Grooming Room $ 15,000 Medical/Exam Room $ 20,000 Laundry Room $ 5,000 Food Rooms (2) $7,500 ea $ 15,000 Animal Intake Room $ 10,000 Owner Surrender Room $ 10,000 Driveway/Entry Road $ 100,000 Legacy / Memorial Garden $ 40,000 Landscaping (general) $ 15,000 Computers/Technology/Phones $ 15,000 Outdoor Benches (6) $2,000 ea $ 12,000 HVAC systems (3) $15,000 ea $ 45,000 Parking Lot $ 20,000 Storage Rooms (3) $4,000 ea $ 12,000 Volunteer Coordinator office $ 5,000 Placement Coordinator office $ 5,000 Shelter Manager office $ 5,000 Public Restroom (2) $5,000 ea $ 10,000 Staff Restroom/shower $5,000 $ 5,000 Staff Locker area $ 2,500 Dog Trails/Walking Park $ 50,000

$1,202,000

In addition to the opportunities above, Helping Paw donors will help us purchase needed furniture, equipment and supplies.

Memorial/Honorary bricks in our garden areas are a wonderful way to celebrate loved ones: $100 each

Naming Opportunities

Gold Paw $1,001-$1,500

Silver Paw $501-1,000

Bronze Paw $250-500