As we reflect on another extraordinary year, we are so happy to share the milestones we’ve reached with your incredible support. Together, we’ve made 2024 a year of hope, love, and transformation for many of our furry friends. Here’s a look at some of the achievements we’re celebrating:
In 2024, we rescued 103 dogs from shelters, rescues, or abandonment, bringing hope and a fresh start to their lives. [Read More]
Thanks to your love and generosity, 106 dogs found their forever homes this year. These sweet souls now have the loving families they deserve!
Our dedicated team worked tirelessly to review 444 applications from prospective adopters and fosters, all eager to provide loving homes. To date, 175 applications have been approved, 207 closed and we are currently processing 62 active applications at year-end. [Read More]
Our passionate wellness team provided 442 veterinary treatment appointments, including vaccinations, spaying/neutering, surgeries, and other critical care, ensuring that every dog received the attention they needed.
This incredible group of road warrior volunteers went above and beyond, ensuring that each dog found its way to safety with backseat love. This year, we transported 172 dogs in 352 trips, totaling 37,562 miles—almost the equivalent of traveling around the Earth nearly one and a half times! 🐾
We are thrilled to share the incredible growth and impact of our GRRMF Hearts of Gold therapy dog team in 2024. Thanks to the dedication of our two- and four-legged volunteers, the bond between dogs and people has been stronger than ever, bringing comfort, joy, and healing to those in need.
Our Hearts of Gold therapy team has expanded to an amazing 120 active dog teams, each one committed to spreading love, comfort, and companionship in various settings.
Our teams made 962 visits to hospitals, schools, libraries, nursing homes, and conferences, brightening the days of countless individuals and offering therapeutic support. [Read More]
Over the course of the year, our dedicated volunteers logged an astounding 3,048 hours, selflessly giving their time to ensure that therapy sessions went smoothly and made a meaningful impact. We’ve seen a 165% increase in our activity and impact from 2023 to 2024—a truly remarkable achievement, and we are thankful for this special expansion of GRRMF that began in 2019. Your contributions have helped us reach new heights and have given hope and comfort to so many in need.
Each of these numbers represents more than just a statistic; they symbolize lives changed, families formed, and futures made brighter by our compassionate volunteers who give their time, energy, and love to ensure that every dog gets a chance to start anew. Join our volunteer family!
None of this would have been possible without you—our incredible volunteers, supporters, donors, and adopters. Your unwavering belief in our mission has made all the difference and enabled our organization to continue its work with greater strength and purpose.
Thank you for helping us achieve these important milestones in 2024. As we move into the new year, the 34th year of GRRMF rescue services, we are excited for the future and hopeful for the continued growth of our community outreach.
With your help, we know we can accomplish even more. We can’t thank you enough for standing by our side, and we are excited to see what we can achieve together in the year ahead!
Here’s to a bright future, starting with a happy new year filled with even more love, compassion, and support for the dogs and people who need us throughout mid-Florida.
With deep appreciation,
Carol Forsberg
GRRMF President🐾