Help Sick, Injured, Lost & Abandoned Animals

The operations budget for the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority comes from the four cities we serve: Campbell, Monte Sereno, Mountain View and Santa Clara. Additional funding from donations by individuals, businesses and organizations allows us to extend our reach into the community and help more animals to be happy, healthy companions. There are several giving options for donors to consider that support our mission and all are 100% tax deductible. Options include our sponsorship program, donating to our assistance funds, or donating items from our wish list.

SVACA Animal Care Center Sponsorship Program

Our Animal Care Center Sponsorship Program provides a great opportunity for families, community groups and companies to support and help care for animals in need. For a sponsorship donation the sponsor/donor will receive an engraved plaque displaying the sponsor’s family/company name and placed over/in a designated room of your choice.

You can sponsor a room as an individual or family, give a sponsorship to a friend as a gift for a special occasion, in the name of a company or community organization, in honor of a pet or as a memorial to a pet. Plaques will be installed within 30 days of receipt and remain posted for twelve months after installation.

Types of sponsorships include adoption rooms such as a Doggie Den or Kitty Kondo for one year at $500 or three years at $1,200. Additionally, larger spaces such as our Barking Lot (outdoor dog exercise area) are available for one year at $5,000 or three years for $12,000. Please download our application for the complete list.

All donations are tax deductable and will directly benefit the animals in SVACA’s care. For more information, please contact 408-764-0344.

Donations

SVACA has two funds and donations to either are 100% tax deductible.

Donations to the Animal Assistance Fund may be used to expand services such as specialized veterinary care to rehabilitate sick and injured animals and give them a " second chance." Here are the stories of animals who benefited from SVACA's services and the Animal Assistance Fund.

Fabulous Fuzz Finds Friendship

Fuzz, a very special canine, recently benefited from the Animal Assistance Fund. He was rescued from the streets by a SVACA Animal Control Officer and sheltered by our caring staff as we looked for his owners. Unfortunately, no one ever came to look for him. During his stay, staff noticed he walked with a limp. SVACA’s Medical Staff diagnosed him with degenerative joint disease in the right hip and a surgical procedure was performed. After his surgery here at SVACA, he headed into foster care where he quickly acclimated to life at home. He was monitored closely by SVACA’s Veterinarians and all were impressed by his progress. He was made available for adoption and was adopted at SVACA’s Annual Adoptahon. Thanks to the Animal Assistance Fund, Fuzz received a second chance at life!

Francesca Found Her Forever Family!

Francesca came to SVACA with a broken leg. We believed this amazing cat deserved a second chance to find a new family and with the help of funding from the Animal Assistance Fund, our medical team surgically repaired her leg. She then spent several weeks in the care of a foster home while she recuperated. When she was fully healed, she returned to SVACA to find her forever family. She stayed with us for over a year until that special day came when she was adopted.

FREDO FROLICS!

Fredo plays... ...pain free!

Fredo had an unfortunate summer as he had escaped from his former owner's home, was hit by a car and severely injured his hip. He was taken to a veterinarian but his owner did not provide the necessary treatment. A short time later, he again wandered away from home, bad hip and all. Luckily, a Good Samaritan found him and brought him to SVACA where we were able to provide proper care and treatment with the help from donors who gave generously to SVACA's Animal Assistance Fund. Dr. Kureshi and the caring staff at Cupertino Animal Hospital surgically repaired his hip. After spending three weeks in a foster home, he was quickly adopted into his new forever home. Amazingly enough, Fredo kept his sweet and friendly disposition throughout his long journey. See Fredo in action.

Keeping the Faith!

Officer Morris and "Trinity"

Due to the many folks who have donated to the Animal Assistance Fund, "Trinity" has truly received a "second chance" at life.

TRINITY'S STORY

" Trinity" was one lucky gal who received a " second chance." Animal Control Officer Morris investigated a complaint of children abusing a small dog in Santa Clara and found a Chihuahua with a broken leg that had been left untreated. The owner decided to surrender the dog as she had only recently acquired her and admittedly could not provide the required care. " Trinity's" leg had been so badly injured so long ago that it had to be surgically removed. Dr. Kureshi of Cupertino Animal Hospital generously donated his time and performed the surgery. The Animal Assistance Fund was used to cover surgical expenses. " Trinity" quickly recovered from the surgery and was adopted into a loving home!

Chubz Fund

It is difficult for someone who loves animals to think about the ways that people can be cruel to dogs and cats. It is incomprehensible, but it happens.

Chubz was one of three cats who were set on fire by two teenagers in 2001. Two of the cats died immediately, but Chubz clung to life for two days before being euthanized because of the extent of his injuries.

The juveniles were charged with felony arson and cruelty to animals, but it was the story of Chubz and his heroic battle to live that captured the attention of the community. People wanted to contribute in any way they could to try to prevent future incidents of cruelty and to take care of animals who are victimized by the inhumanity of humans. The Chubz Fund was created to meet these goals.



Where Do I Send My Donation?

Donations of any amount for either SVACA Fund are greatly needed and appreciated:

Send your tax deductible contribution to:

SVACA – Animal Assistance Fund
3370 Thomas Road
Santa Clara, CA 95054

Or

SVACA - Chubz Fund
3370 Thomas Road
Santa Clara, CA 95054

Or

• Science Diet dry dog and cat food
• Science Diet canned dog and cat food
• Feline Pine litter
  
• High quality dog and cat treats
  
• Cat and dog toys
  
• Towels
  
• Blankets for bedding
  
• Rabbit pellets
  
• Cat play structures
  
• Kitten formula
  
• Peanut butter
  
• Timothy hay for bunnies and guinea pig
  
• Martingale collars