Mission Statement :
SOSARL is dedicated to helping homeless dogs prepare for , find and succeed in loving homes and building a sustainable support network for future at-risk animals , all while treating each animal and adopter as the individuals they are .
Organization background : Founded in Wakefield , Rhode Island , in 2014 on the belief that we can end the killing of adoptable animals in this nation by working hard , smart and kind enough together .
Brag lines : We ’ ve matched more than 3,500 dogs with loving homes , neutered more than 400 privately owned animals , and opened SOS reTAIL , a pet supplies and services facility in Wakefield , Rhode Island , to further support animal welfare efforts .
Pay it forward : Are you grateful for the love of a rescue dog ? Please consider joining our foster home team or making a monthly donation to help make that joy possible for another .
Wish List :
Dog foster homes : Apply at sosarl . org / foster .
Monthly donations : Donate at sosarl . org / donate .
Items from Our Wishlist at sosarl . org / wishlist .
Support SOS reTAIL : Meet all your dog supply , grooming and training needs at sosretailri . com . 100 % of profits go back to SOSARL life saving programs !
Upcoming events : Monthly Virtual Adoption Events Virtual Crate Escape Challenge SOS Calendar Contest Fundraiser Visit sosarl . org for details
SAVE ONE SOUL ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE
P . O . Box 498 Wakefield , RI 02880 info @ sosarl . org sosarl . org
Mission Statement :
RIPIN helps Rhode Islanders of all ages and abilities access and navigate healthcare , health insurance and education . We provide information , training , support and advocacy for person-centered care and system change .
Wish List : Donors .
Volunteers for RIPIN events .
Grocery store gift cards for families .
Baby wipes .
Background : RIPIN was founded in 1991 by a group of parents of children with special needs and now uses a peer support model to help all Rhode Islanders , from infants to older adults , navigate education , healthcare and health insurance systems .
Brag Lines : RIPIN ’ s health insurance consumer assistance program has helped Rhode Islanders save or recover nearly $ 3 million since 2018 . RIPIN employs the largest number of certified Community Health Workers in the state .
Pay it Forward : As RIPIN shares the stories of Rhode Islanders navigating various systems of care through our advocacy efforts statewide , we are actively seeking donors and volunteers who share in our vision .
Staples gift cards .
Holiday baskets / gifts . Upcoming Events :
RIPIN ’ s 30th anniversary celebration ! Check www . ripin . org for details
RHODE ISLAND PARENT INFORMATION NETWORK
300 Jefferson Blvd ., Suite 300 Warwick , RI 02888 401-270-0101 info @ ripin . org ripin . org
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