12 Nov Project HoPe – Our Charity
Keeping up ‘HoPe’
We launched Project HoPe (Homeless Pets) in 2014 with a vision to vaccinate every homeless pet and provide access to essential veterinary services for this often-overlooked part of our community. Since then, Project HoPe has grown to offer free medical care in the form of health checks, vaccinations, and even surgeries to the pets of homeless individuals and domestic violence victims. In addition to veterinary care, we also provide housing and crisis accommodation for the pets of domestic violence victims in Sydney.
Animals don’t discriminate between rich and poor, healthy and unhealthy — and for that reason, they deserve equal access to veterinary care and services. As pet owners, we understand the deep bond shared with our four-legged family members, and for those experiencing homelessness, this bond is often even stronger. They spend every moment of their lives with their pets, sharing everything they have.
Over the past decade, we’ve seen firsthand how critical these companions are to the wellbeing — and even the survival — of their owners. For those with no secure shelter, no guaranteed source of food, and limited possessions, their pets provide a much-needed sense of stability and comfort.
Unlike most animal care-related charities that focus on adoption services, Project HoPe fills a vital gap by providing ongoing care and support to pets in need.
We’ve recently expanded Project HoPe to include crisis accommodation at our clinic for pets of people seeking shelter, as well as pop-up clinics to ensure underprivileged pets receive regular checkups. We’re also proud to have partnered with Jewish House in Bondi to create Sydney’s first pet-friendly crisis centre, complete with dedicated kennels. This initiative has already seen an influx of individuals escaping domestic violence with their pets — people who would otherwise remain in dangerous situations out of fear of being separated from their beloved animals.
Project HoPe continues to grow, but we need your support to reach even more vulnerable pets and their owners.
Please consider donating funds or volunteering your time to help us make a difference.
Visit our website to learn more about Project HoPe.