World Animal Awareness Society

Regret ever donating to them, a thorough investigation needs to be done, I thought they were a good npo that cares, and adult helps only to learn about all their horrible underhanded practices from stealing and lying to buying good publicity comments reviews etc, to even harassment and more. But worst of all is mostly of not completely pretending to help while never actually doing anything.. this isn't a npo it's an apo all profits organization. If you want to give look into a different nonprofit organization very little of the money donated here ever seems to leave the family's pockets much less help animals in need..

Should not be in business.

Almost 400 dollars donated in the time i followed them and i regret it knowing what i do now.

Horrible behavior from this nonprofit, with owner posting full name of people to hang them out.

This is the opposite of a non-profit, as they are literally STEALING other works, and trying to sabotage their career to promote themselves. Clearly any "animal awareness" takes a backseat to this teenage-girl sense of entitlement and self-importance. I wonder if all their taxes are filed correctly and they've maintained their books on every donation and where it went, the IRS loves little "awareness societies" like this that seem to be UNAWARE of tax law involving charities and foundations.

Tom McFee and his web of family members running this organization are largely doing so for their own benefit.

Animal rights deserve better.

The founder has a couple of screws loose. Attacking innocent people for the wrong things. I'm sure this organization might have helped some animals. But, this guy should not be running it. Just look him up online, he should be held accountable for this!

I watch the WA2S YouTube channel all the time to see the dog rescuers they film at work. It inspires me to do more in my community. Keep those videos coming!

This most recent video is so well done and equally heartbreaking. Kudos to WA2S for continuing their mission with such talent, honesty, love and compassion. I have been a friend of WA2S for years and know that their devotion to the cause of homeless dogs is from such good hearts and shows in their tireless and excellent work! Thank you, WA2S, stay safe and well!

The WA2S has been an extraordinary experience as a volunteer filmmaker. I am so happy to be getting real world filming and production experience working with rescues to help them save more lives. I've also volunteered on one of the Houston K9 Surveys. Thanks team!

They are the light in the dark, that is how I would describe World Animal Awareness Society. They give you hope. I am new to the animal rescue world as a volunteer and recently had the honor of meeting the WA2S team. When they came to our community, they came to share our story. To show our community the light, the hope, in so much darkness. They are kind, empathetic and truly passionate about telling the story! We can not wait to continue this journey with the team.

World Animal Awareness Society, thank you so much for coming into our lives when you did! I know that the world needs to hear the stories of the rescues, and organizations! The ability to be able to step in and help us tell our stories and share our mission is something we have been desperate for. I thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and talent. We are excited to share this journey with this amazing organization!

World Animal Awareness Society is a great nonprofit organization that has worked together with my son to bring awareness to the public about the overpopulation of homeless Animal in The Houston area where we are located. World Animal Awareness Society can see the importance of working with the youth like my son to help make a positive future change for animals, rescues and shelters.

I was interested in dog rescue stories on YouTube, when I first ran across the videos posted by the World Animal Awareness Society.

Through their excellent work I've been able to see how dog rescues are approached in such disparate places as Detroit and Houston. Those two places couldn't be more different - but it's the same story when it comes to too many dogs on the street, or being neglected/hurt by their owners.

From time to time there are shocking cases of sweet dogs used as "bait" when training other dogs to fight, typically pit bulls. No matter what caused the hurt/neglect for each dog the World Animal Awareness Society is there to show us the story. And they also show us the remarkable people involved in each place to save these dogs, and give them a better life.

It never fails to amaze me how each dog seems to be forgiving and still love people, no matter how bad their situation has been. It's why the work of the World Animal Awareness Society is so important - so that we can see these stories, both simple and complex, depending on each dog. And to marvel at how each dog is willing to lick your hand, even if it's at the brink of death.

My thanks to the World Animal Awareness Society for helping to illuminate these corners of the world, and showing not just the worst in some humans, but the also the best that can be found in each person when they save and bond with a rescue dog.

I know this society from Facebook, I am on the animal rescue pages and came across team WA2S of World Animal Awareness Society from there. I find them very knowledgeable, expert posts, which I share on my page and I know thst they are shared across Facebook. I would like to thank them for all their exceptional work and kindness

Worked with Tom. Super professional and the org is doing great work!!

We have really enjoyed watching your videos and seeing your heart that you have for the animals. Then getting to work with you was great. Tom is such a nice and talented professional! Thank you for all of your hard work and telling the stories of these shelters and animals!

I have volunteered at Abandoned Animal Rescue for 10 years. The videos that Tom McPhee and WA2S produce of this facility show the day to day happenings at our rescue/shelter. I like that not only the dogs are viewed but also the volunteers who make this place run. I share these videos with my friends and family giving them a better idea of what is involved. Always looking for more volunteers, education to spay/neuter pets, the goodness that comes from adopting a rescued dog and WA2S videos are doing that.

Tom’s compassion and love for animals is evident in the way he depicts his videos. His raw footage gives viewers a first hand experience of what happens behind the scenes at our shelter, Abandoned Animal Rescue. Truly inspiring to say the least. Kudos to you Tom for all that you do and all you have yet to explore. Yvonne

This organization and it's leader, Tom McPhee, is absolutely amazing! They capture the epidemic of unwanted/ abandoned animals and the people who work tirelessly to rescue them. The stories capture the heart of what everyone involved in this field goes through, each day. His film style is unique and brings to light the GREAT, bad and sometimes ugly reality of a day in the life of these animals. Every video is inspiring and makes me want to help, want to give and want to protect the animals - through no fault of their own - are struggling every day to survive. I hope his spirit and devotion to bring awareness to this ongoing plight, changes the view in this world. Animals have hearts, they live and breath, hurt and love; watch his videos, be moved by the stories, and save two animals - the one you adopt and the one you make room for! LOVE WA2S!!!! Keep doing what you're doing - it is FANTASTIC!

I am the Executive Director for Abandoned Animal Rescue in Magnolia, TX. We have worked with Tom McPhee for the past several months and the work he has done is amazing! I honestly was not sure at first that we had a story to tell, but he confirmed that is not the case! All of the filming he has done for our animals has been done at no charge to the rescue. This is huge for us as we are run solely by public donations so extra funding for filming is just not in the budget. Tom is usually out two times a week to film and is always professional, kind, respectful, and really a joy to have around. We look forward to continuing our work with WA2S Films!

Their effort and purpose is great but the director, Tom, is unstable and a very nefarious and toxic person. A shame for such a good cause to be over shadowed by a terrible individual.

I'm a big believer in this type of work, but working with the World Animal Awareness Society was awful. These are some nasty people. If you're looking for the type of work that they're doing, please try another NPO.

WA2S is an awesome organization!! I have witnessed the impact their team has had on different cities, people, and animals all across the country. Their dedication to helping people shows in their videos! I love following their YouTube videos to see what they are up to next!

Killing pets for population control is socially unacceptable and morally reprehensible and the work that the World Animal Awareness Society does is pivotal to social change.
I've worked with them in Texas in multiple situations (as the Animal Services director in Austin and during Hurricane Harvey) and plan to keep working with them.
They are documenting and exposing what Is happening to pets. The good and the bad. Without their presence and ground breaking work the killing and abuse will continue. Pets aren't trash and the notion that cities and counties should round them up and dispose of them is barbaric. Organizations fundraising on the claim of saving pets and then selectively killing some of the pets should be illegal.
Humane communities create social capital that draws businesses and people to them.
Why stop professional and civic excellence at animal services? We want the best schools, parks, fire and police departments. Why not also strive for community based municipal -non-profit partnerships designed to prevent the killing, keep pets and people safe and celebrate the human-pet bond? Thanks to WAAS's bold, brave and cutting edge work the world is changing.

As a Houstonian, I have seen the importance and impact World Animal Awareness Society has had on our extreme animal overpopulation problem. I was able to work closely with them post-Hurricane Harvey and was able to experience first hand their dedication to those without a voice.

The WA2S is an incredible organization! Having known Tom for over 40 years, I can attest to his commitment, compassion, passion, and integrity. He and his team have brought to light the plight of the voiceless and defenseless dogs around the world with his powerful and educational films/documentaries. Take notice humans, this is on all of us!
Keep up the important work Tom and and crew!

I have been lucky enough to travel with this organization on a couple of occasions and I have seen an immense level of dedication and passion poured into each mission they go on. I recommend supporting this nonprofit because they are willing to go into some of the worst areas in the country, simply to help save abandoned and innocent animals looking for loving homes. WA2S ALL THE WAY!!

They have spent a lot of time in Houston's 5th Ward with our group Forgotten Dogs of the 5th Ward Project . It has helped bring so much awareness to the animal overpopulation crisis here in Houston and that is what we need. It has been a pleasure to work with them and have them follow us to document the dogs we feed and rescue and to help us get an accurate number of just how many homeless animals there are here. Tom and Deanna thank you for your tireless efforts!

Brilliant documentation of animal related issues, unbiased, yet creatively told, through the lens of a camera. The cameraman, Tom McPhee, has an eye for the art of pictorial storytelling. His favorite sidekick, Deanna Vollano, keeps the organization running smoothly, as she coordinates the organizations activities and volunteers. Their mission, unbiased reporting of animal related issues, has an underlying goal to bring humans together, and inspire an opportunity for solutions. The World Animal Awareness Society gives hope to those that have no voice, and a possibility to save the dwindling habitats and animal populations around the world.
It was a great honor and privilege to volunteer for WA2S, to contribute and to be part of the team.

World Animal Awareness Society is doing a tremendous job illustrating a chronic problem in the US and by doing so creating critical awareness! Thank you.

Our Non-profit Animal Rescue organization "Tescatame" recently held a MASH style spay-neuter clinic for 400 dogs and cats in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, in partnership with Caribbean Spay Neuter and the team of Vet Drs., Techs and volunteers who travelled to the DR for this purpose, paying for their expenses and donating their hard work and expertise for the benefit of the animals in need.
WA2S sent their team to Punta Cana, they paid for all their expenses and accompanied us during the clinic, filming the different stages of it and interviewing the Vet Drs, Techs and Volunteers.
We at Rescatame Punta Cana (www.rescatame.org) are very happy about the videos filmed and produced by WA2S during our October 2016 Punta Cana spay-neuter clinic and feel that they are helping spread the word about our organization and the work we do to help the stray animals in Punta Cana.

Very well documented on animal abuse and rescue I have been on several of the filming's nothing is scripted everything is really happening at the time of filming

When Tom found out that we are planning to castrate male dogs with calcium chloride at a Spay/Neuter Clinic in Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, he enthusiastically offered to come and spend the full 4 days of the clinic to record the issues the local rescue people are dealing with. He is sincerely interested in improving the way we all can assist controlling the stray dog population problem in the world, and he recognizes the possibility that the low -cost injectable castration with calcium chloride in alcohol can and will really make a difference. His crew is ready to record volunteer veterinarians, technicians, rescuers and caregivers at work; and not just the technical stuff; he is working towards a reporting that will show the world the need for this kind of work. We are looking forward to being of assistance to the great work Tom, his crew and his non-profit are doing.

Great organization, was helpful in bringing the plight of the Detroit stay dogs to the attention of the public and officials in Detroit.

It's great to see people are out there, advocating and bringing awareness to the public about the homeless dog population in some of our major cities, as well as the neglect suffered by so many from their owners. Great job!

The work that Tom, Deanna and the rest of WA2S does is incredibly inspiring! I consider myself lucky to have had the chance to work with them on a few projects in the past. I can't recommend supporting WA2S enough in any way possible. They are making a difference every single day!

Although there are many charities aiding animals in need of rescue, WA2S goes beyond the animal. The video's are great educational aids, world wide. They demonstrate more than just getting stray from street to home. Their interactiveness with community and outreach is barr-none!! Education is key in any project, this group has a formulation that may end homelessness in companion pets, they are with following and contributing to!

Animal related Charity with community interaction and Accountability of projects, World Animal Awareness Society is always my recommendation when others ask who to donate to.

Their films make a difference, the music they use is incredible and the cause is very important.

I am the director of the documentary SMART - Specialized Mobile Animal rescue Team. Tom was extraordinarily helpful with archival material and content for a particularly tricky section of the film. Through this partnership I was able to learn more about the World Animal Awareness Society as well. I can't thank Tom and his team enough for their work and help.

World Animal Awareness Society takes a critical, first-step approach to tackling the stray dog epidemic in the United States through an often overlooked aspect of advocacy and education. Working closely with Tom and Deanna, their dedication to the cause is what really drives the organization. Their work is nothing short of exceptional and their commitment is truly inspirational.

I am an Animal Rescuer and Advocate for the voiceless in Detroit, Michigan. I have had the pleasure of working with Tom and Deanna in the arena drawing attention to the plight of the neglected, abused, discarded, and those of us that love and fight for them. The role of WA2S is detrimental in today's world. Is it up to us, as humans, to draw attention, advocate and educate to end the pain and suffering to the creatures of this world. They balance out every aspect of these important issues in their array of documentaries and endeavors. I speak for many Animal Advocates when stating how grateful we are for the candid honesty, indepth perspective, and most of all compassion for telling the stories of the voiceless. Because they need to be heard, and there are far too few humans who speak for them.

This organization goes above and beyond to help animals in need. I have seen them at work and they excel in helping where they are needed, never an obstacle in their path. I take pride in saying i know this organization.

Tom's work is truly fantastic and inspirational. I am so amazed at the work he and his team put in to help homeless animals.

We had the pleasure of working with Tom, Deanna and their crew.
Each and every one involved are wonderful, compassionate, and are truly dedicated to the plight of animals!

Brilliant documentation of animal related issues, unbiased, yet creatively told, through the lens of a camera. The cameraman, Tom McPhee, has an eye for the art of pictorial storytelling. His favorite sidekick, Deanna Vollano, keeps the organization running smoothly, as she coordinates the organizations activities and volunteers. Their mission, unbiased reporting of animal related issues, has an underlying goal to bring humans together, and inspire an opportunity for solutions. The World Animal Awareness Society gives hope to those that have no voice, and a possibility to save the dwindling habitats and animal populations around the world.
It was a great honor and privilege to volunteer for WA2S, to contribute and to be part of the team. It was my good fortune, as Volunteer Coordinator, to have a varied task list, returned with lavish appreciation and praise upon its completion. Deanna and Tom are tremendous, kind, flexible, patient creative, inspirational and humble human beings, who have created an organization that just might be able to open the eyes of this world’s inhabitants and preserve the beauty and life of this planet for future generations to come. It is my hope to continue to work with them in the near future.

The information, combined with live action , real time recover/rescue of dogs with this organization is bar none!
It would be nice to see more done by this group. They combine real life issues, including human interactive stories as well as the canine crisis in America like no other!
They're more than an asset to rescue, but rather an asset to Society! Really need more like them, or mor of them!
Best stuff out there!

I work with a group called Forgotten Dogs of the Fifth Ward in Houston, TX. We help the abandoned and stray dogs of the Fifth Ward, and help educate the residents of the area. We were fortunate to be able to work with World Animal Awareness Society as they filmed us out in the field. Their work is so important in order to educate the general public about the horrendous stray animal problem we have both here in Houston and in the US. I am so thankful that this group of dedicated people are as committed as we are to raising awareness and working to end the needless suffering of animals. Working with them was an absolute pleasure and I look forward to doing it again in the future.

The WAAS is creating an incredible amount of awareness about the stray dog issue in the United States.

World Animal Awareness Society does an amazing job at bringing to light things (such as the massive number of stray dogs in US Cities) that others may want to keep hidden. In addition, they use this information to help raise funds for other organizations that are working on fixing these plights.

I am continually amazed at reach the World Animal Awareness Society has achieved. The work they have done in Houston to shine a spotlight on the ever increasing stray animal crisis we are facing has and continues to be invaluable!! Their efforts to capture our struggle as well as those facing similar issues across the country and around the world IS making a difference. Their stories are wonderful, important, beautifully filmed and told, and 100% real. We need more. I am proud to support WA2S!!

Tom and his crew of dedicated volunteers are phenomenal assets to the animal welfare community. Using state of the art equipment, they create a real time assessment of what is happening in animal. With intelligent, unbiased film making World Animal Awareness society sheds light on animal welfare issues that are happening in communties around North America. They not only cover the issues, they also strive to help these communities find solutions to these issues. Being a disaster responder I have to say, Tom and his volunteers are by far one of the best organizations I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with.

Tracie Dawson
Arthur, Ontario, Canada

The World Animal Awareness Society has helped Us in Houston so much. They have continued to help Us bring Awareness to Our dirty big secret, Our Stray Street Dogs. They have spent alot of time counting and documenting our street dogs so the city of Houston has an accurate number. We need more kind People in this World like Tom and Deanna

Great organization, was helpful in bringing the plight of the Detroit stay dogs to the attention of the public and officials in Detroit.

I have been working with Hope Clinic for over 7 years. There are a number of different programs available to people and the staff relates well to each one of them. There is a lot done to help meet the needs of emergencies as well.

I truly appreciate all the hard work that Tom and the WA2S team have put in over the last few years to help bring attention to the homeless animals of Detroit.

I am increasingly impressed with the progress WA2S is making in developing its programs and, thereby, providing eyes for the world to see the plight of animals in today's world.

This is a genuine and pationate organization with clear goals and strong drive.
WA2S creates beautifly crafted visuals that document human interaction with and impact on the animal world. I am particularly proud of their American Strays Project - a noble cause, and an organized, science-based effort towards ending the neglect of our closest companions.

Tom reached out to me after I won a video PSA contest on wildlife safety and awareness. He commissioned me to produce several videos and creative projects. He was very kind and clearly very passionate about his work. I'm glad I was able to be a part of such an amazing organization. I will never forget my time with the World Animal Awareness Society.

I met Tom and learned about his group - the World Animal Awareness Society - during a screening of one of his documentaries. After watching The American Opera: The Greatest Pet Rescue Ever! I knew I had to meet him and learn more about his work. His passion to objectively share with others the plight of animals and their problematic relationships with humans inspired me to help his organization. I volunteered on his most recent project called American Strays.The goal was to go to different quadrants in Detroit and count stray dogs. This information was tabulated by Statisticians at the University of Michigan and shared with policy makers to allow everyone to better understand this problem and create solutions that make sense. WAAS is a non-profit that I am proud to support.
Julie Walker
Dearborn, MI

Tom McPhee does a tremendous job with this organization. The dedication and passion his organization consistently exhibits is inspiring. It's a worthy cause that deserves all the support it can get.

Working side by side with Tom every day I have first hand knowledge of his talent, extreme passion, drive and dedication. WA2S is a game changer due to its UNIQUE ability, through the lens, to bring awareness to so many significant issues concerning animals around the world. It is an honor and privilege to work with such an innovative organization that is so highly motivated and unwavering in their mission.

Seeing how hard this organization works to bring unbiased exposure to animal news is so refreshing. I know I can always depend on them for updates about animal well-being worldwide. I hope this wonderful organization receives the recognition it deserves!

World Animal Awareness Society is obviously a good cause that deserves to be admired for all it does. Disasters cause immense suffering for animals in need, my experience is that Tom McPhee connects with Skype to make sure he gets the right information to get the right help exactly where it is needed. The animals cannot say but I will do it for them. Tom, THANK YOU! Pieter

I had the great opportunity to meet Tom and his work with the World Animal Awareness Society, during Haiti´s catastrophe. Most of the time, the public get the information, regarding animal rescue operations, from animal welfare organizations involved on the field´s operations, sometimes organizations have political interest; and not always all of the information gets to the general public. I think that the Animal Awareness Society is fulfilling a critical niche by acting as a third party, broadcasting reliable information to animals’ lovers around the world.

Marcos Polanco

I've known Tom McPhee since An American Opera was in it's infancy stage. What a wonderful experience it has been to watch the metamorphosis from 'Opera' to the Haiti Project, and the creation of WA2S.
The people behind the scenes of WA2S are passionate souls that live and breath this organization to get THE WORD AND TRUTH out about what is happening in the animal/human intersection.
I cannot say enough about the necessity of WA2S to continue with their mission and message to the world!
From a basement video reel and soundboard to an international sensation, Tom McPhee, the creator of the World Animal Awareness Society is one of the most beneficial Non for profits I have had the honor and gift of being a part of - with pride....It's been like a Chrysalis watching it grow and develop it's wings and now flying high, their important, imperative work is never done.
May WA2S continue to be a conduit to the masses!

I am happy and proud to be able to say I have known Tom for many years now. I have never seen more energy and passion from a person in all my life. I think it's very obvious this is the case with Tom and World Awareness Society in all that is done on a daily basis.

Such good stuff!!

My name is Bill Gabbard. I was FOH Director of Operations for 6 weeks at Hurricane Katrina, LSU Animal-Rescue Command Post.
I also founded the group: Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue and Support, which acted as the internationally-recognized, leading communication lifeline to the world during the immediate, post-disaster rescue-efforts, as well as the first, biggest, and longest running, ongoing support-effort on the island, providing support for the local-rescues.

I was introduced to Tom, (and how he rolls), when he called, stated that he wanted to come to Fukushima to get our story, ....and then within a matter of hours..he did-so!
In the world of organizing rescue help and support, someone who can document your situation or story, and then relay that message to the world,... is probably the single most important connection/friend you can make.

This is a man and an organization who get-in , and get the story, ...and then they get that story to the people who can act-on it, and actually make a vital difference. Conversely, if the story is fluid, or changes..they follow that too. They are literally the ESPN of the animal-world.

WA2S is simply all-business. They are not waiting until the story fits into "Anderson's" schedule. They are not sitting around until all the accommodations are in place and "Wolf's deli-tray" has arrived...like the mega-media outlets tend to do. Currently, there is nothing that even comes-close to what Tom and his team are doing at WA2S....nothing that is acting-on what's going on RIGHT NOW..in the animal-world.
This is not a news-outlet that will run the obligatory animal-story... if it will turn a profit.
They are an unbiased, non-profit organization that can bring the bright-spotlight to the real issues, which gets word-out, and the ball-rolling.... to affect a real change.

In closing, I was very impressed with Tom's vision, what WA2S is doing, and what they hope to do in the future.
I firmly believe that they will do what they say. :)

A wonderful organization. very organized and very effective. tom moves mountains for this great cause.

\The World Awareness Society is a remarkably fantastic organization. They joined with our non-profit in a time of need and volunteered help during one of our oil spill surveys and at a very crucial time. The professional connections which they helped us foster were invaluable in helping us with almost instant credibility with the major media corporations and other production companies.

As a professional filmmaker and videographer concerned with animals, I am thankful that World Animal Awareness Society exists to tell the important stories that are often times looked over and ignored by other media outlets. They play a critical role in raising our awareness of non-human animal issues that that affect our communities.

My name is Jon Price. I am a liberal arts student and a freelance journalist. I was writing a piece on the online mini-series produced by the "A2WS" executive director Tom McPhee. Subsequently doing research on the project I was pleased to find that The World Animal Awareness Society is a great organization with a great cause. I whole heartedly support their efforts to save animal lives and would recommend the charity to anyone with a philanthropic bone in their body.

My name is William Bellottie, I am the Director of Operations for Detroit Bully Corps. We have had a great experience interacting with the World Animal Awareness Society. We have watched the census work in the city of Detroit & found it refreshing to have an objective look at the stray issue in the city. Detroit Bully Corps has worked with WA2S on a few projects & we also participated in the Town hall meeting hosted by WA2S. I find the work that WA2S does to be objective, distinct & refreshing. WA2S certainly has the endorsement of Detroit Bully Corps.

Sincere Regards,
William J. Bellotiie
Detroit Bully Corps- Director of Operations

My organization, Carol's Ferals was the lucky recipient of a contest sponsored by World Animal Awareness Society to help us increase our online presence through social media. Being a hardcore rescuer and not well versed in all the ins and outs of Google applications and all that entails, WA2S Executive Director, Tom McPhee came to spend a full day and a half training myself and my social media consultant on how to boost awareness of our group's mission to End Feline Overpopulation in West Michigan through community education and empowerment. With our mission specifically geared toward Trap-Neuter-Return and with education of the masses being of GREAT importance, the award given to us by WA2S is invaluable. Tom worked closely beside us and trained us on the next phase of our reaching out to the people who we need to make a difference I our communities. There is no way that we could have figured this out on our own. Why is this so important to my organization? Because it's the FUTURE! And the insight provided by Tom and the insertion of his message into my brain is going to make it possible for my organization to get its message out as the ever-changing social media landscape changes. Executive Director and Founder, Carol Manos

The World Animal Awareness Society is a best organization that is for the animals and with the animals day in and day out! Keep up the great and very impressive work! I love all their videos.being part of The World Animal Awareness Society as a volunteer gives me the feeling that I finally are taking some responsibilities for worlds weaker species.

My children and I are very passionate about animals. We frequently search the web looking for non-profits that show concern and interest in the well-being of animals. The World Animal Awareness Society came up in one of our searches. Based on our findings, we believe this non-profit organization to be a dedicated organization that truly cares about and for animals. Keep up all of your hard work and efforts for the sakes of the animals. We enjoyed the videos and tips. Thank you for all that you do. DEIDEIBOLTZ

Let me share my mind, being part of The World Animal Awareness Society as a volunteer gives me the feeling that I finally are taking some responsibilities for worlds weaker species.

The World Animal Awareness Society is working selflessly for the animals' welfare day in and day out! Their limitless effort and the educational as well as entertaining videos have been influencing the people to become more kind and careful to the animal society. I wish they will continue this in future.

The World Animal Awareness society is an organization that works tirelessly day in and day out for the animals. They do a wonderful job and post some fantastic and enjoyable videos. Thank you for all that you do World Animal Awareness Society. Keep doing what your doing it is appreciated by both our furry friends and humans alike.

I have a love for animals because they are faithful pals who make us laugh, keep us company and love us no matter what. The World Animal Awareness Society is a great organization that is working for the human animal awareness. Their work is very challenging and difficult, yet with a powerful impact. I saw their videos, all were excellent, educational and heart touching. Carry on with the good work. Nazma

It is amazing how much The World Animal Awareness Society does for our beloved animals! I have watched all your videos and absolutely loved each and every one of them. Keep up the good work, the animals need you!

I love animals, as all civilized people - I think - SHOULD!The World Animal Awareness Society is A-1 in my list because it makes me realize that mankind is doomed unless it takes care of all animals.I think this is one organization that can really touch hearts. Their videos are top notch beautiful and soulful ,. It makes me realize that we are all one with this universe - Cynthia

They are silent yet a part of the world, they too have the every intention to survive in our shared world. Yes I am refereeing to animals you know. I just want to thank on this animals day "The World Animal Awareness Society" on this animals day for they are forcing us to see beyond what we normally see about animals. I just love all there eye opening videos.

Animals of the world are seriously surviving to keep their existence. Modernization and industrialization have become a symbol of threat to lead their life here. To help these animals there are very few organizations who has come forward to turn this wary and warm full world into the safest shelter for animal. After watching their activities through all of their videos, it has come to my mind that WA2S is an outstanding organization that is determined to assist animals live in peace. I think the benevolent service they are providing is only possible by them who have great heart full of affections to animals.

I love animal and I dont think that I could live without them. So thank you The World Animal Awareness Society! I love all of your amazing videos! Keep up your great work and thank you for all the information that you gave us. Thank you so much!

**THIS IS THE UPDATE TO A REVIEW THAT HAS SINCE BEEN REMOVED FROM THIS WEBSITE. I WELCOME ANY RESPONSE FROM TOM MCPHEE, CHAIRMAN OF WA2S, IF HE CAN REFUTE ANY OF THE FACTS CONTAINED HEREIN**

*Originally posted 12-24-12*

Tom McPhee, Founder, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of The World Animal Awareness Society, owes me money. I was laid off by Tom McPhee a little over two years ago -- shortly after the events recounted in the @evolotuspr review below. He had been paying me late for months, then reduced checks, then reduced late checks, until finally he wasn't paying me at all. Now, it's my fault for not leaving when I saw the writing on the wall. Still, I did legitimate work for Mr. McPhee and the WA2S for months while Tom's promises of better days (and back pay) never came true. He laid me off owing me $4000 -- he even signed a contract saying as such. Not even any interest charged, or setting any defined time to keep up his end of the bargain -- just a straight up $4000. Over the course of the next year, he paid me $300, and it was like pulling teeth just to get that much. The last time I talked to Tom McPhee was about a year ago, on Facebook. I had bills to pay too, and sick of Tom's excuses for non-payment, I demanded a more structured payment schedule. He basically told me to get bent. That was a year ago, and in the months since, he has not made a move to get me one red cent of what he owes me. I've moved on. It's not worth it to sue, and even if I did, he probably wouldn't pay me. However, as a remnant of my time at WA2S, I'm still subscribed to their Youtube channel. I saw there a video of Tom McPhee "Pimping" WA2S for P4A. In the video's description was a link to this website, proclaiming that WA2S was a "Top-Rated Non-Profit" for 2012. That got me angry. I have not been affiliated with the group for two years. I have no idea of its current structure. For all I know, they could be doing great work. But seeing a website call them Top-Rated for anything, when I KNOW FOR A FACT THEIR CHAIRMAN OWES ME $3700 AND HAS FOR TWO YEARS, well, let's just say that irks me a bit. And for that reason, I cannot rate them any more than one star. I would give them less, but apparently, you have to give them at least one. Sincerely, Robert Felts -- FORMER Post-Production Supervisor for WA2S/Man Smiling Moving Pictures
*UPDATE 12-25-12*

I've just exchanged text messages with Tom, & I can inform anyone reading this that the Chairman of the Board for WA2S, Tom McPhee, has RENEGED on his contract. He admits I worked for him; he admits he owes me money; and he continues to refuse to pay me. Why? Because he's a deadbeat, and he knows it.

This is the pattern with Chairman Tom: Agree to a contract, accept the services rendered, don't live up to his end of the deal, obscure and obfuscate when the wronged-party wants their money, tell said party they can go ahead and sue but it will do them no good cuz he won't pay anyway, and then spin it in forums like this as if it's some great opportunity for him to grow as a human and organization.

Don't believe me? Just read his response to the @evolotuspr review several spots below this one. At the end of his meandering essay of a response, he admits a donor stepped forward to pay his outstanding debt. And yet, Mr. McPhee refused to pass that money along and pay off his contractually obligated debt. Instead, he says he will let their review stand, as the "airing-out" of such "grievances" is payment enough. So, I guess you're even-stevens now? No more debt? As if the only options are between paying a legal debt and letting a web review stand!?

As I say, this is a pattern with this man. After reading my initial review that has since been removed from this website, Tom texted me on Christmas Day -- my first contact with him in over a year. In it, Tom confirmed he was RENEGING on his contract. I think people can now clearly see that the word of Tom McPhee means absolutely nothing.

A contract with Tom McPhee isn't worth the paper it's printed on. Tom McPhee is a serial failure who has left a trail of broken promises and bad debt across every project he's undertaken since I've known him. He's a used-car salesman with a video camera. I have reason to doubt he even cares about animals.

YOU CAN VIEW THE ORIGINAL, HANDWRITTEN CONTRACT SIGNED BY TOM MCPHEE ON MY LAST DAY WITH WA2S AT:

(http://i1264.photobucket.com/albums/jj491/ClintStarpit/Tom-Mcphee-Contract_zpsf3560a05.jpg)

(please copy & paste address in your browser, without the parenthesis of course)

Written in Tom's very own hand-writing, and witnessed by former WA2S CEO Michelle Way, you can see Chairman Tom agreed to pay me the sum of $4000 for services rendered. To date, I have received a grand total of $300 of the $4000 he owes me.

YOU CAN VIEW THE TEXTS CHAIRMAN TOM SENT ON CHRISTMAS DAY, CONFIRMING HIS RENEGING AT:

(http://i1264.photobucket.com/albums/jj491/ClintStarpit/Screencaps/mcphee-text-message_zps900294d1.jpg)

In it, you can see that Tom has gleefully and unilaterally declared his debt paid-in-full. How does he come to that conclusion? Well, obviously it's a result of me publishing this review. It's all just another opportunity for Tom and the WA2S to "mature into the powerful, responsible corporate non-profit that we expect of ourselves." What a joke! You wanna be responsible, Mr. Chairman-of-the-Board? HOW ABOUT PAYING YOUR DEBTS! I hope this is a cautionary tale for all those interested in working for, volunteering for, or considering entering any kind of relationship with Tom McPhee/WA2S. He will promise you the sky, but deliver only empty air. And when the time comes to pay the piper, he will cut you loose like you never existed. He is a man not to be trusted.

**UPDATE 2 - 12-27-12**

Tom, your silence is deafening. Are you gonna answer these charges? Or are you just gonna post more cookie-cutter reviews from these volunteers you've snowed into thinking you're legit?

You wrote a book trying to refute (unsuccessfully) the @evolotuspr review. Where's my book!?

I saw “An American Opera” on January 29, 2009 at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, Michigan. "An American Opera" is a documentary made by Tom McPhee of World Animal Awareness Society about the crisis facing domestic animals in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. It was an amazing movie which moved me to tears, opened my eyes, and (eventually) moved me to action on behalf of another group of helpless animals. One of the messages that I took away from "An American Opera" - and World Animal Awareness Society in general - is that you have to get out there and do something. As corny as it sounds, everyone can do something - everyone has some resource (if not money, then time or skills) that can help animals, which subsequently can make our world a better place. I realized that I needed to utilize my professional skills to advocate on behalf of animals who do not have a voice and to make people aware of the many injustices that still face animals today. I have always considered myself an "animal person," but after becoming aware of the amazing work done by the World Animal Awareness Society I realized how passive I was in this belief. Tom McPhee and World Animal Awareness Society are doing important work to raise awareness of the many, many issues facing animals around the world. I encourage everyone to familiarize themselves with the stories told by World Animal Awareness Society and then to reflect on what resources you have that you can utilize to help remedy some of the problems identified by WA2S.

I found out about this wonderful Non-profit Organization many years ago, during Katrina and the BP oil spill. They were there on top of taking care of all the animals, who were in need. They also have gone to other areas of the World helping all animals. All the money donated help also with the dogs roaming in the Detroit area too! A worthy cause, that sure can use some extra money during certain times helping our, with money or to be a Volunteer! Please come to the help of our animals at join WAAS or WA2S group! Thanks to Tom and his group! God bless them for caring! Barbara Kwiatkowska

Had the pleasure of meeting Tom & the WA2S group during BP Oil spill Grand Isle Louisiana I was impressed at the dedication & passion of these amazing people. We had the pleasure of volunteering our boat & time to take them out into the marshes to observe the effects of the oil on wildlife the birds & fish We throughly enjoyed the day & would do it again

Winthrop University really enjoyed having Tom McPhee come to our campus. He was so great to host and really spent time w/ students getting to know them and talked to them about their concerns. We loved having Tom on campus. His presentation " A Crude Awakening: When Animals and Humans Collide" was quite interesting and the panel he brought together via skype made this a unique event as it was first time we had ever hosted a skype panel. I recommend Tom as he gives you 110 per cent and is one heck of a guy. You meet him as a lecturer you are bringing to campus, he leaves as a new "friend for life". Tom rocks!

I am proud to be associated with the World Animal Awareness Society as Senior Editor. Founder Tom McPhee's efforts are relentless and infectious. WA2S deserves recognition as a Great Non-profit.

I feel obliged to mention that this organization cheated my company out of money it owed us. In 2010 we signed a contract to perform work for WA2S. We extended very favorable terms because of the nature of the organization, and agreed to allow them to pay after the work was done. However they never paid their bill, claimed they were impoverished, ignored repeated attempts to settle, and avoided collection letters. I stopped short of engaging a lawyer because as a small business it would just put us deeper in debt to collect what WA2S owed. It's the only time we've been cheated, and it's ironic that it was an "ethical" organization who did. In the meantime the organization's leader continued to travel, buy camera gear, and spend money he claimed they didn't have. It's a mystery that WA2S was named a "great nonprofit" by this site. WA2S acted dishonorably, dishonestly, and violated a legally binding contract.

I have volunteered with many animal rescue organizations who always promise if there are funds they will reimburse my expenses. Wa2s was the first to actually do that! So when you give to Wa2s, know they don't abuse their volunteers like other groups, and this will help keep a strong group of volunteers who can created quality real unbiased information on the human / animal intersection!

Wonderful organization that is for the animals and with the animals day in and day out! Keep up the great and very impressive work!

WA2S is the pillar of all animal information. I love all their videos and trust the infomation as true.

I first met the founder, Tom McPhee, after he produced the award winning documentary "An American Opera" about household pets caught up in Hurricane Katrina, and have followed his work since. The World Animal Awareness Society is an amazing organization bringing to the public a vision of what happens at the intersection of humans and other living creatures, and helps raise the question of who we are as humans in relation to creatures that share the planet with us. Action must be preceded by knowledge and understanding. The WA2S brings that to us vividly and effectively.

The World Animal Awareness Society is an incredible non-profit asset to our community and the animals. Their work is a well-needed shot in the arm to the general public. Any way can can assist them is assisting the animals!

The most impressive activity of them is their visit to Japan to get a story about the left behind pets/animals in evacuation zone in Fukushima in May 2011 after that awful earthquake/tsunami on March 11 in that year. There was a first major demonstration in protest against Japanese government's policy to shut everybody out of those zone and doesn't allow anybody who want rescue those pets/animals. Tom and his colleagues walked with Japanese people together and shot all about it. It was the time most of foreign people were so afraid of radiation and didn't want to go to Japan. I was very touched that they actually went there, recorded what's happening and shared that with world. I strongly believe that the their role particularly in this Japan earthquake/tsunami thing has been so big.

In 2010, We were looking for a unique way to fund raise and decided to approach World Animal Awareness Society to have Tom come to Nova Scotia to share with us his experiences during the animal response in the wake of hurricane Katrina in 2005. Tom brought his award winning documentary An America Opera, the Greatest Pet Rescue Ever here to a great crowd. His Q&A after the show was a hit as well. Any animal response or advocacy group would be well served to consider bringing Tom in for a showing. It was one of our most successful fundraisers thus far and we highly recommend to anyone! Marcel Marcotte for The Disaster Animal Response Team of Nova Scotia

Went into the zone after the great Tsunami and Earthquake in Japan with WA2S was a great experience for me. They're totally focused to the animals left behind and those people who tried to help them.

I love this organization as it so eloquently chronicles the issues facing the world of animals today--not just domesticated dogs and cats, nor just strays and ferals, but information on ALL kinds of animals, and ALL types of issues. One of the best public awareness non-profits in the world today!

Tom and his team support animal equality in the world. The education and compassion reported to the public truly makes us more aware of the issues all over the universe. Thank you Tom and team!

World Animal Awareness Society is a wonderful non-profit that brings attention to the human-animal intersection from around the world. They get my vote!

This organization focuses on human and non-human animal relationships and issues from a journalistic perspective. I like the extensive use of video to SHOW us the animal world far beyond our limited experience. This is a great way to enhance public awareness about other sentient beings with whom we share the earth. They too deserve to live freely and to be treated with compassion.

World Animal Awareness Society is a very effective group to build the connection of all sentient beings on this beautiful planet. This planet would be much less interesting, exciting and worthwhile without the amazing animals who inhabit it with us humans. It is imperative to educate people to their essence, to their importance and to their need to be free and to thrive along with us. Just imagine a world without all the diverse animals on it- not one that i would want to live in! We must protect, save & appreciate them all. WAAS helps us to do all these things!

WORLD ANIMAL AWARENESS SOCIETY is such an important non-profit org. They provide informative documentaries with a focus on human-animal intersection around the world. Compelling, shocking, thought evoking, educational and sometimes even funny are all words I would use to describe the information they put out in such a caring and creative way. Start tuning in with me! http://www.WA2S.org/ http://www.facebook.com/WA2S.org

I have had the opportunity to volunteer with WA2S several times starting with the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster. Spent two weeks in the gulf as a spotter documenter. Took photos, embeded with private, state and federal officials for trips on the gulf visiting oiled marshland. Conducted and filmed many interviews. World Animal supplied me with contacts and set up visits to various facilities. This organization also maintained a steady flow of information via regular conference calls. I believe in "think globally, act locally". This was a chance for me to participate in events of more than local importance. As a result of this "expedition" I was asked to document pet recovery efforts following the massive tornado outbreak in Alabama, and to help with the stray dog census in Detroit, both in 2011. These efforts were rewarding in that I now have a better appreciation of our collective responsibility to our "fur children'. These have been rewarding and fullfilling experiences.

I was approached as a subject for a documentary as a photographer who has picked up several dogs from the streets of Detroit and the story of that. The work they do is very important in helping the strays of Detroit as i kind of consider myself as a "stray" in our city...

World Animal Awareness Society is a charity that shines light on the many issues that animals face in today's complex world. They do it with the utmost integrity and do not shy away from a difficult or controversial issue. I have donated to this organization on different occasions and have always been confident that the donation continues the steadfast work for the benefit of the animals.

WA2S is opening our eyes to the animal/human interaction. What/where/how/when/why - it exposes us to all of these things and makes us take a closer look causing us to ask these same questions. Hopefully opening minds to changes for the better as well as a better understanding of our impact on this earth.

Great people doing amazing work. Raising the awareness of issues in the human/animal intersection.