Beaverton Nonprofits and Charities

Every day beautiful, intelligent and sensitive baby apes fall prey of the illegal wildlife trade. Their mothers killed while they try to protect their adored babies. These stories break my heart. But PASA gives me hope. With each rescue and rehabilitation of these precious apes, I feel a little goodness restored to the world. The determined loving dedication of PASA's sanctuaries' staff renews my trust in human beings. I have been a monthly donor for several years and have put PASA in my will. Bravo PASA!

I started fostering for Indigo Rescue from Jan 2012. Their mission of saving/rescuing animals is very clear. I find Heather Hines, founder and executive director to be very focused on the best care and goal oriented to each and every animal which is very refreshing. Neither does Heather nor I believe in shortcuts for the care of animals. The veterninary care that the fosters receive is superb. Feels wonderful to find a like minded organization.

Julie is one of the kindest people I have ever met! She works so incredibly hard and makes sure these babies are safe and sound when in need. She’s great with animals and loves them deeply! I support this rescue wholeheartedly. ❤️ <br>SOS lost pet rescue Nw gets them safe when no one else is available. They’re just incredible!! Thank you again for your help Julie!!!

When I was 10, my dad said I could buy a horse but I had to sell my sheep. We had a neighbor who ran cattle in Nevada and bought mustangs to train and use with the cattle. He loved kids and taught me many things about horses. That was the beginning of many years of horse ownership. When I retired at 55, the budget wouldn't support a horse so I sold my horse and tack. I wanted to give back and started searching for volunteer opportunities.<br /><br />Little did I know that a newspaper article about Forward Stride would lead to such a wonderful experience and fulfill my need to work with horses.<br /><br />I started with Forward Stride in November 2009 doing pm horse care to become familiar with the horses. Eventually I moved on to side walking, leading, and long lining in Forward Stride's rehabilitation Services program. As time has gone by, I have become more involved with a variety of projects and duties. Today, I am at Forward Stride 6 hours a day, 4 days a week.<br /><br />It is nice to see some clients return year after year and their improvement. I enjoy checking in with them to see how they're doing. Forward Stride gives me the opportunity to take lessons, which helps support the organization and gives me tools to improve my riding thus enjoying my time riding even more. There is nothing better to me than the smell of a horse. Any time I'm feeling down I know that spending time with a horse will boost my morale. I've made many special friends who have become my family. My experiences at the barn have given me the confidence I never really had.<br /><br />I am so excited to be a part of Forward Stride as it moves forward. I can't imagine my life without this wonderful organization.<br /><br />It's my dream volunteer job. It gives me a reason to get up in the morning. Knowing that I am helping others is very rewarding and I will continue to be part of this community as long as I'm able.<br />