Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary

A nonprofit organization

$1,918 raised by 24 donors

8% complete

$25,000 Goal

As Coloradans, we know all too well how unpredictable and extreme our winters can be. 

Year after year, the cold becomes harsher, and this winter is expected to be no different. At Luvin Arms, the health and warmth of our 160 residents, representing 11 different species, is our top priority. 

This winter, we urgently need your help to keep our animal residents and dedicated staff warm and safe. Our main office and visitor center, where we welcome the community and care for our most vulnerable animals, needs a new heating system and hot water heater immediately - before temperatures drop further. This unexpected expense totals $12,000, and combined with our annual gas and electrical costs, we are facing $25,000 in winter heating expenses.

Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, the first $5,000 in donations will be matched—doubling the impact of your gift!

Our goal is to raise $25,000 by December 10th to install the new heating system, ensure every resident has what they need to stay warm, and cover the significant costs of hay, gas, and electrical heating supplies. Please donate today to keep our residents safe, healthy, and comfortable this winter.

Chickens and turkeys rely on heating panels to prevent hypothermia, and our care team works tirelessly to protect them from frostbite. Horses and goats snuggle up in sweaters, pigs are bundled in warm blankets, and we keep everyone comfortable with extra hay and heat. Your support helps sustain these efforts throughout the harsh Colorado winter!

As the weather continues to become more extreme each year, we are anticipating even harsher winter conditions this season. Your support helps us meet this challenge head-on. These increasingly unpredictable and severe cold spells require us to be proactive in protecting our residents. Your support is vital in ensuring they are well-prepared for whatever winter brings.

Every gift—big or small—helps make a difference! Your generosity surrounds our residents with the warmth of love and care during the coldest months. Thank you for being a crucial part of the Luvin Arms family and for the lasting impact you make.

Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary has achieved Top-Rated status for 2024 from our community on GreatNonprofits. This distinguished honor reflects the positive impact we make every day, thanks to the support of people like you. Thank you for helping us reach this milestone, and for being part of our compassionate community!

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Mission

Ahimsa - Nonviolence Toward All Living Beings

Luvin Arms provides exceptional lifelong social, emotional, and cognitive care to rescued farmed animals, and advocates for those who have not been rescued by sharing our residents' stories to inspire, educate, and empower others to embrace a more compassionate and sustainable lifestyle.

Our vision is to create a sanctuary of inspiration and connection where people are empowered to create change that leads to more compassionate choices for themselves, for the planet, and justice for all beings.

Background Statement

Luvin Arms opened its doors in August 2015 after founders Shaleen and Shilpi realized farmed animals were in need of refuge. The Shahs began their journey toward providing a safe haven for rescued farmed animals with a horse named Jale, (pronounced Haalee) who came from a situation of neglect. After saving Jale, they received a call about a pregnant mare at an auction. When the Shahs visited the auction, they discovered there were not only horses there, but a variety of suffering farmed animals who also needed help. This inspired the Shahs to start a sanctuary for farmed animals. As more animals came to call Luvin Arms home, more hands were required for the work involved in caring for them. Since the beginning, passionate community members have volunteered their time and talents to continue to help Luvin Arms and its residents thrive.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary

Year Established

2015

Category

Animal-Related

Organization Size

Large Organization

Address

3470 County Road 7
Erie, CO 80516

Headquarters

3470 County Road 7
Erie , CO 80516

Service areas

Boulder County, CO, US

Phone

720-515-8577

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