Delaware Humane partners with National Shelter Alliance
In efforts to aid displaced animals through natural disasters and cruelty cases, Delaware Humane Association has been identified as a partner for Bissell Pet Foundation's new National Shelter Alliance program.
This new partnership will help plan for emergency situations and lean on the Delaware Humane Association to become the collective voice for animal shelters statewide. This alliance is making shelter networking easier than ever, and proactively preventing chaos and suffering when a crisis does arise. Climate change, urban policy and agricultural affairs are all key factors in the reasoning behind the need for this alliance.
This progressive approach to shelter networking will provide service and support for animal shelters facing a variety of urgent needs. The BPF National Shelter Alliance is unique in that it provides shelters with consistent access to crisis management and stabilization. Shelters that lack resources are connected with state and regional shelters before, during and after a crisis. While there is no specific plan that can fit every shelter, strong local and regional partners will allow the program to remain nimble.
The BPF National Shelter Alliance program will support Code 3 Associates, which provides placement of animals from cruelty and disaster situations, and work to prepare shelters for disaster planning and response. In addition, network shelter partners like Delaware Humane Association will provide opportunities for overwhelmed shelters, make training accessible for all shelters, and empower shelter staff by providing resources and referrals during crises.
"While we are embarking on an exciting time in animal welfare with many shelters no longer euthanizing for space, Bissell Pet Foundation is focused on shelters that remain overwhelmed," said Cathy Bissell, founder of Bissell Pet Foundation. "Together with Code 3 Associates and our incredible BPF National Shelter Alliance partners, we will break down the remaining barriers impacting pet homelessness that include disaster preparedness, and vital training and mentorship.”
“Code 3 Associates is excited to partner with BPF on this program to help achieve one of our mission goals of making a real difference for shelters at the boots-on-the-ground level,” said Eric Thompson, Code 3 Associates executive director. “Code 3 and BPF are combining efforts to build stronger, disaster-capable communities for people and their pets.”
Delaware Humane has joined the network to work with local and national organizations and create a collaborative platform to empower animal shelters, support existing programs where needed, and seek to make connections that strengthen state and regional networks.
