Shelter Pets Rescue Fund: July 2024 Charity of the Month

Charity Of The Month June 13th, 2024
Image of a young girl dressed in a red cape and mask with her hand on the head of a golden retriever wearing a matching cape and mask. Text: You can help save a shelter pet in July.

Save Money and Shelter Pets with CharityRx

Imagine being able to save money on your prescriptions while also helping to save the lives of shelter pets. It sounds too good to be true, but this dream becomes a reality with the CharityRx prescription discount card. Not only can you save up to 80% on your medicines, but every time you use the card, CharityRx donates to a charity. This month, CharityRx is donating to Shelter Pets Rescue Fund to help animal shelters and rescue organizations. This blog post will take you through the how and why of using the CharityRx card, the immense benefits it offers, and how your simple act of filling a prescription can make a difference.

Shelter Pets Rescue Fund logo
The Humane Society of the United States logo
Image of four dogs of various breeds in a horizontal row. Shelter Pets Rescue Fund
Graph: 6.3 million companion animals enter U.S. shelters each year. 49% dogs and 51% cats. Shelter Pets Rescue Fund

The Growing Need for Animal Shelter Support

According to recent statistics, millions of animals end up in shelters every year. Many of these animals are abandoned pets or strays that have never known a loving home. Due to limited resources, shelters across the country are struggling to provide care for these animals. The need for donations and volunteers has never been greater. For example, the ASPCA estimates that approximately 6.3 million companion animals enter U.S. shelters annually. Out of these, about 920,000 are euthanized due to overcrowding and lack of resources. Approximately 4.1 million shelter animals are adopted yearly (2 million dogs and 2.1 million cats).[1]

Graph showing each year, about 4.1 million shelter pets are adopted. 46% dogs and 54% cats.

The Emotional Impact of Saving Shelter Pets

Helping animals in need goes beyond just providing them with food and shelter. It gives them a second chance at life and happiness. When you support animal shelters, you save lives and bring joy and companionship to families who adopt these pets. Studies show that owning a pet can decrease stress, increase physical activity levels, and even improve cardiovascular health. Your support helps shelters continue their crucial work and directly impacts the well-being of both animals and people.

Image of a happy young boy with a Corgi puppy in his arms. The puppy is licking his face and the boy is smiling.

The Role of CharityRx in Animal Welfare

CharityRx has partnered with various animal welfare organizations like the Shelter Pets Rescue Fund, The Humane Society, and other local shelters to provide much-needed financial support. Each time you use the CharityRx prescription discount card to fill your prescription, a portion of the proceeds is donated to these organizations. These donations allow them to buy food, provide medical care, and find loving homes for animals in need. Since its inception, CharityRx has helped save thousands of animals and continues to make a significant impact on animal welfare.

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Understanding the CharityRx Prescription Discount Card

The CharityRx prescription discount card is a simple yet powerful tool. You can save up to 80% on your prescription medications by presenting the card at participating pharmacies. The card is free to use and is accepted at over 70,000 pharmacies nationwide, including major chains like CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, and Walmart. No personal information or registration is required, making it an easy and convenient option for anyone looking to save on their medications.

The Mechanics of Donations

Every time a CharityRx prescription discount card is used to fill a prescription, CharityRx donates to an animal welfare organization or other charity. By using our card to take care of your health needs, you are simultaneously supporting the health and well-being of shelter animals. The donations to Shelter Pets Rescue Fund will go towards various needs such as medical treatments, vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and daily animal care essentials. The more the card is used, the greater the impact on these shelters and the animals they care for.

Real-Life Examples of Impact

Let’s look at some examples to give you an idea of the real-life impact. In one year, donations from CharityRx to Shelter Pets Rescue Fund and other organizations helped cover the medical expenses of over 200 animals. These funds were used for surgeries, illnesses, treatments, and preventive care, ensuring the animals were healthy and ready for adoption. Another shelter mentioned that the donations allowed them to expand their facilities, providing more space for animals and reducing the number of euthanizations due to overcrowding. Overall, through their donations, CharityRx has saved 69,572 pets.

Image of five dogs of various breeds looking out with their noses through the bars of a cage. Shelter Pets Rescue Fund
Image of a person's hand passing a smart phone to a pharmacist with an image of the CharityRx discount card on the screen.

Using the CharityRx Card

It’s incredibly easy to start making a difference. Simply download the CharityRx prescription discount card from their website or pick one up at a participating pharmacy. The next time you fill a prescription, present the card to the pharmacist and enjoy the savings on your medication. Each use of the card results in a donation, so the more you use it, the more you contribute to saving shelter pets. It’s a win-win situation for everyone involved.

Encouraging Others to Join

Spread the word about the CharityRx card to your friends, family, and social networks. The more people who use the card, the greater the donations to animal shelters. Share your experiences and the impact you’ve made through social media posts, or even organize a community event to raise awareness. By encouraging others to join, you amplify the positive effects and help more animals in need.

Volunteering and Direct Donations

Consider volunteering at your local animal shelter or making direct donations. Shelters always need extra hands for tasks such as walking dogs, cleaning kennels, and assisting with adoption events. Financial donations are also crucial for covering unexpected medical expenses and maintaining the facilities. Your time and money can make a significant difference in the lives of shelter animals.

Using the CharityRx prescription discount card is a simple yet powerful way to make a difference in the lives of shelter animals. By saving money on your prescriptions, you contribute to organizations providing food, medical care, and loving homes for animals in their care. The growing need for support in animal shelters highlights the importance of such initiatives. Your participation benefits your health and the lives of countless animals waiting for their forever homes.

Take Action Today

Don’t wait to start making a difference. Download the CharityRx prescription discount card today and begin saving on your prescriptions while helping to save shelter pets. Share this information with others and encourage them to join the cause. Together, we can create a brighter future for animals in need and ensure they receive the care and love they deserve.

Visit CharityRx.com for more information and to get your CharityRx card. Let’s make every prescription count for you and shelter pets.

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Image of a happy nuclear family outside in the kennel of an animal shelter. The mother and children are petting one dog and the father is petting a second dog.

CharityRx prescription discount card. Click to download

Use this card in July to save a shelter animal.


Simply download the card and show it to your pharmacist to save on your prescriptions
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HOW CAN I HELP?

CharityRx prescription discount card. Click to download.
Download the CharityRx Savings Card now to save on your prescriptions. Every time you use our card, we donate to a charity.
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Sources:

  1. 1. ASPCA

CharityRx pharmacy discount card

You can download the CharityRx discount card and get up to 80% discount on medicines at any of the partner pharmacies closest to you. The discount may vary depending on the drug and location.