Reborn Animal Rescue

💔🐾 Calling on Our Community — This Is Our Last Push 🐾💔

I never thought I’d have to write a post like this… but here we are.

Reborn Animal Rescue has reached a crossroads. Our personal home (less than 700sq ft) is simply too small to continue operating safely and responsibly, and because of that, our rescue work has been on hold. Without a physical location, we cannot move forward — and without help, this may be the final chapter for the rescue.

We are asking if there is anyone willing to help us fundraise to purchase a property like this:

👉 https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/595-Town-Hill-Rd-New-Hartford-CT-06057/442777203_zpid/

This property would allow us to:

🐾 Establish Reborn Animal Rescue’s first physical location
🧠 Create Pawsitive Haven - a Mental Health & Domestic Violence resource where people can seek treatment without permanently surrendering their pets
🏡 Provide safe, temporary care for animals while their humans get the help they desperately need

We didn’t come to this lightly. We worked with Shelter Planners of America to complete a Needs Assessment Study and gather real, professional cost estimates to build a new facility from the ground up.

The reality is sobering:

➡️ Building a brand new 5,000 sq ft facility would cost between $1.5 million and $2.4 million - and that does not include the cost of land (they recommend 2 - 3 acres for future expansion).

Because of these barriers, people are staying in unsafe situations - delaying mental health treatment and remaining in dangerous domestic violence environments - simply because they have nowhere safe (or very limited options) for their animals to go. We see it firsthand, and it’s heartbreaking.

This property represents a realistic, immediate path forward - and this is truly our last push before having to make the devastating decision to close the rescue entirely. Since our inception in April 2020, I (Melissa, Founder) have personally put in thousands and thousands of dollars to start/keep this dream going and can't afford to keep doing that - we were only receiving a few hundred dollars of donations a year. I also have an older dog who is extremely animal/people selective and it's not safe or fair to her to keep bringing new animals into my very small home where I can't isolate new animals.

We are not asking anyone to do this alone. We are asking if anyone feels called to help make this a reality for our local communities and to help fundraise, connect us to donors or grants, organize low cost but high yielding events (we only have $2,800 in our account right now), or someone who can fully lead this effort alongside us. The majority of our volunteer applications have been from individuals wanting to work directly with animals and unfortunately we are not at a spot to house animals to assist with.

If you can help in any way — or even by sharing this post — please comment below or message me directly. Every share matters more than you know. Let's come together to show our local communities we care are about those who are struggling and are here to help them every step of the way.

Thank you for believing in this mission, for standing with us through the hard seasons, and for caring about lives — both human and animal — that deserve safety and hope. 💔🐾

595 Town Hill Road, New Hartford, CT 06057 | MLS #24060406 | Zillow This 6673 square feet Single Family home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 595 Town Hill Road, New Hartford, CT.

UPDATE: OWNER FOUND!! Thank you FB!!

🐾 Rescue Alert! 🐾

Even though we are at full capacity, when a stray appears right on our own street, surrounded by state forest and wildlife, we can’t just look the other way. This poor cat had been seen wandering for weeks, appearing on neighborhood cameras at all hours of the night closely followed by wildlife. The past few days, he (we think he’s a he - haven’t gotten a close look yet!) was lingering in the same area, and we knew we had to step in.

Today, after careful planning, we finally trapped him! He is safe! 💜 He is scared, as expected, but he’s now warm, fed, and off the streets.

We have a vet appointment scheduled for Friday at 2 PM to check for a microchip and a full wellness exam. If no owner is found, we will ensure he gets the care and love he deserves.

If you’d like to help with his vet care, food, and any medical needs, donations are greatly appreciated! Every little bit helps us continue rescuing animals in need. 💕

📍 Donate here: https://rebornanimalrescue.org/donate

Thank you for your support - together, we can make a difference! 🐾✨

UPDATE: OWNER FOUND!! Thank you FB!!

🐾 Rescue Alert! 🐾

Even though we are at full capacity, when a stray appears right on our own street, surrounded by state forest and wildlife, we can’t just look the other way. This poor cat had been seen wandering for weeks, appearing on neighborhood cameras at all hours of the night closely followed by wildlife. The past few days, he (we think he’s a he - haven’t gotten a close look yet!) was lingering in the same area, and we knew we had to step in.

Today, after careful planning, we finally trapped him! He is safe! 💜 He is scared, as expected, but he’s now warm, fed, and off the streets.

We have a vet appointment scheduled for Friday at 2 PM to check for a microchip and a full wellness exam. If no owner is found, we will ensure he gets the care and love he deserves.

If you’d like to help with his vet care, food, and any medical needs, donations are greatly appreciated! Every little bit helps us continue rescuing animals in need. 💕

📍 Donate here: https://rebornanimalrescue.org/donate

Thank you for your support - together, we can make a difference! 🐾✨

Today is the day! Stop by and say Hi! 💜

🎄🐾 Join us at the Torrington Christmas Holiday Festival & Flea Market on Main St., November 2nd from 10am - 3pm! 🐾🎄

Reborn Animal Rescue will have a booth where we’ll be sharing our plans for Pawsitive Haven - a safe, loving space where we will care for pets while their owners seek treatment or safety from challenges like mental health struggles and domestic violence. We’re working on raising approximately $2 million to secure a 2-3 acre property and build a 5,000 sq ft facility to make this vision a reality.

Stop by to say 👋, learn more and find out how you can help or visit us online at https://rebornanimalrescue.org/pawsitive-haven
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

At Reborn Animal Rescue, we understand that domestic violence doesn’t just affect people physically - it also takes a deep toll on their mental health. Many survivors struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma, and the added stress of worrying about their pets only makes it harder to seek the safety and care they need.

What’s even more heartbreaking is the undeniable link between domestic violence and animal abuse. Pets are often used as leverage in abusive situations, and this fear of harm can prevent people from leaving dangerous environments.

That’s why Reborn Animal Rescue is working to build a facility that provides a safe haven for pets while survivors focus on their own mental health, healing, and safety. 🐾

Our goal is Reunification over rehoming - offering survivors peace of mind, knowing their pets are being cared for until they can reunite.

This facility will not only protect animals from harm, but it will also ease the mental burden on survivors, giving them the freedom to seek counseling, treatment, and the support they need to rebuild their lives.

We need your help to make this facility a reality. Whether through donations or volunteering, your support will directly impact the lives of survivors and their pets, helping to create a future where families - furry members included - can heal together. 💜

👉 Learn more and support the cause: rebornanimalrescue.org/donate

At Reborn Animal Rescue, we’re building more than just a facility - we’re building hope. Our new 5,000 sq. ft. facility will be a safe haven for pets while their owners receive critical mental health treatment or escape dangerous situations.

But we can’t do it alone.

We need passionate, dedicated volunteers to help make this vision a reality!

Whether you're a pet lover, advocate for mental health, or simply want to give back to your community, there’s a place for you in our mission.

Ways You Can Help:

Fundraising Champions: Help us spread the word about our capital campaign! We need volunteers to assist with fundraising efforts, from organizing events to reaching out to potential donors. Every dollar raised brings us closer to building this life-changing facility. Skills Needed: Event planning, networking, social media outreach, donor relations.

Community Outreach Advocates: We need passionate individuals to educate the public about the vital role this facility will play. By sharing our message in your communities, workplaces, and social circles, you can help us grow support and awareness. Skills Needed: Public speaking, community engagement, strong communication.

Social Media Ambassadors: If you’re savvy with social media, we’d love your help to spread the word online! From creating posts to engaging with followers, your efforts will boost awareness and bring in crucial support. Skills Needed: Social media management, content creation, engagement.

Campaign Coordinators: Help us organize our ongoing campaign efforts, whether it's planning virtual events, assisting with logistics, or ensuring our materials get where they need to go. Every little detail matters! Skills Needed: Organization, project management, attention to detail. Graphic

Designers/Content Creators: If you have creative skills, you can help design materials for our campaign, including infographics, videos, and flyers to highlight the importance of our mission. Skills Needed: Graphic design, video editing, copywriting.

Grant Writers: We’re looking for experienced grant writers who can assist in securing funding from foundations and organizations that support animal rescue, mental health, and domestic violence initiatives. Skills Needed: Grant writing, research, proposal development.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering with Reborn Animal Rescue is more than just giving your time - it’s making a lasting impact on families who desperately need support. By helping to build this facility, you’ll be part of a community that ensures no one has to choose between their own health or safety and the safety of their beloved pets.

Plus, volunteering is a great way to:

- Gain valuable skills in nonprofit work and community advocacy.

- Meet like-minded people who care deeply about pets and their families.

- Make a direct, tangible difference in your community.

How to Get Involved:

Ready to make an impact? Join our team of volunteers today!

Simply fill out the volunteer form on our website, or send us a message with your area of interest, and we’ll get back to you with next steps.

📧 Email: [email protected]

🌐 Website: rebornanimalrescue.org/volunteer

Together, we can build a brighter future where pets and their people stay together, even in the hardest of times.

Let’s change lives - one paw at a time. 🐾💙

We’re taking a huge step forward in our mission to help pets and their owners stay together during times of crisis. Our goal is to build a 5,000 sq. ft. facility that will provide a safe and loving space for pets while their owners seek critical mental health or general health treatments or escape domestic violence situations.

But we can’t do it alone, we're looking for our community to step up and help us achieve this goal!

We’re looking for:

🏞️ Approx. 2 acres of land to house our facility (gives room for expansion)

💰 Approx. $2 million to bring this dream to life (will most likely be a bit less as we have some individuals who already pledged to help us with free labor while we cover just cost of materials - if you are interested in helping us here please reach out to [email protected]).

With your help, this space will offer a haven for pets, ensuring families don’t have to choose between their own health or safety and their furry companions.

Every donation brings us one step closer to making this facility a reality.

🐾 Let’s keep families together. 🐾

Donate today: 🌐 rebornanimalrescue.org/donate

At Reborn Animal Rescue, we're working to build a facility that will keep pets safe while their owners receive mental health treatment, hospital care or those that need to escape dangerous situations. But we know the best way to show the impact this program can have is through YOUR stories!

🐶 Have you, or someone you know, ever faced the impossible choice between getting help and leaving your pet behind?

🐱 We’d love for you to share your stories! Whether it’s a short video, written testimonial, or even a quick note about how a facility like this would have made a difference, your experiences can help inspire others to support this life-saving project.

📲 Send us your videos or stories through direct message or email us at [email protected]!

Your story could be the key to showing just how important it is to keep families - both human and animal - together in times of need.

Imagine trying to escape an unsafe situation, but having to choose between your safety and your pet’s wellbeing. Sadly, this is a choice many face. 😔

🚨 Over 50% of domestic violence victims don't seek help because they can’t bring their pets.

🚨 Less than 5% of domestic violence shelters are equipped to house pets.

At Reborn Animal Rescue, we're committed to changing this. The facility we are hoping to build with your help will offer a safe space for pets, so families never have to make that impossible choice again. With your help, we can keep pets and their people together, no matter the crisis.

🐾💪 👉 Learn more and support the cause: rebornanimalrescue.org/donate

🐾 Help Us Build a Safe Haven for Animals in Need! 🐾

We will be starting to consistently post information for Pawsitive Haven and our plans and we need your help! Let's see our community rally together to bring this life-saving resource to life!

🌟 Donate today to help us create this essential safe space: https://rebornanimalrescue.org/donate 🌟

If you would like to volunteer to assist with fundraising efforts, please email us at [email protected]!