Friends of Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA)
Our mission is to raise funds for the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA), increase awareness of its programs and services, and to work to reduce the companion animal overpopulation problem. Our goal is to ensure the well-being of animals through education, outreach, and fund raising. We also aim to establish programs which will support SVACA and benefit the animals in its care.
Please click here to see our fiscal year end 2009 Annual Report.
Please click here to see our fiscal year end 2010 Annual Report
We are now proud to be a Certified GuideStar "Valued Parnter"
MEDIA AND P.R.:
Please see our article in Bay Woof Magazine April 2010 issue.
Friend of SVACA President, Caryn Linn receives a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition for "Outstanding and Invaluable Service to the Community" at the Mover's of Mountains Event presented by Congresswoman Anna Eshoo.
PRESS RELEASES:
Please see our press releases on our two programs here: Second Chance at Life Fund & Spay Neuter Voucher Program
Take a tour with us of the shelter.
Our Organization:
We are a nonprofit 501(c)3 formed in 2008. We have no paid officers or staff and are a completely volunteer organization. We have 3 volunteer Board Members; Caryn Linn - Co-Founder & President, Eva Schmitz - Co-Founder & Treasurer, Jamie-Sue West- Secretary. We also have a few volunteers that help us in a variety of ways. Our vision is to help SVACA find loving families for every adoptable companion animal, assist with financial support for ill and injured animals, and work to reduce the companion animal overpopulation problem in our area. We are always looking for volunteers. If you would like to help, please drop us an e-mail.
Tax ID #26-2163953
About SVACA:
The Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority enforces animal control laws for Campbell, Monte Sereno, and Santa Clara. It cares for injured and lost animals and provides education and outreach programs.
Adoptable animals, including cats, dogs, and rabbits, stay in the state-of-the-art “cageless” facility and can be adopted by all Bay Area residents.
The Center is at 3370 Thomas Road, Santa Clara, CA near highway 101. For more information, contact (408) 764-0344 or www.svaca.com
There are a number of ways you can help Friends of SVACA with our mission.
- Donate
- Volunteer
- Goodsearch & Goodshop
- Visit our Community Partners
- Visit our events page on Yelp & Facebook (Friends of SVACA)
SPAY/NEUTER VOUCHER PROGRAM
Effective July 1, 2009 we will be sponsoring a spay/neuter voucher program. Click here for an application and the details on how to apply.
Thank you for being concerned about your pet’s health and the pet overpopulation problem in your city.
Did you know that spaying and neutering:
- Keeps your pet healthy and helps prevent many diseases.
- Helps keep your pet at home since he/she will not have the urge to seek a mate.
- Helps ensure that no more unwanted animals are born.
- Helps with many behavior problems, such as spraying and marking territory.
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SECOND CHANCE AT LIFE PROGRAM
Friends of Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority is seeking to provide 40 companion animals with a “Second Chance at Life” by raising $30,000 in funds for needed medical treatment, medical supplies and placement of companion animals into caring homes.
In reality, saving 40 companion animals’ lives saves at least 80 more human lives. Research implies that while owning and/or interacting with companion animals can be enjoyable, it also has the added bonus of potential physical (e.g. assist with cardiovascular health improvement, etc.) and mental (e.g. anxiety reduction) health benefits for humans (National Institutes of Health, 2009).
Please help us with this program by donating today via paypal or send a check to: "Friends of SVACA" and in the note section write -2nd chance. Mail check to: P.O. Box 132 Santa Clara, CA 95052
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Contact Info
E-Mail - Caryn Linn, President at contact@friendsofsvaca.org
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 132, Santa Clara, CA 95052
Phone - (408) 423-8600 Tax ID: #26-2163953
Septempber:
Sep 4 - Pet Food Express in Campbell for Off-Site Adoption
Sep 18 - Can you say Woof!! It's time again for "Bark in the Park". William Street Park - William and South 16th Streets, San Jose 10:00 - 5:00
Come to the 13th Annual Bark in the Park canine celebration. It's a unique festival for the whole family, including your dog and his best friend. This is one of "Friends" favorite events. Make sure you come by to see us! We will be located near the stage.
Sep 22 - Dine out fundraiser at Willow Street in Willow Glen. They will donate 20% of all proceeds presented with this flyer. Good for dinner, lunch and take-out.
October will be a busy month for us. Please come visit us at the following events. Also if you would like to volunteer at any of these events please drop us an e-mail.
Oct 2 - Pet Food Express for offsite adoptions
Oct 9 - Furry Friends Rescue is hosting "Woofstock" Fremont Central Park from 9:00 - 3:00
Oct 17 - Fall Furry Flurry - a 5K walk sponsored by "PAWS". We will have a booth at the event. If you would like to walk and get people to sponsor you please visit PAWS website for the pledge form.
Oct 30 - Sunnyvale Downtown Association Hawl'oween Pet Parade and Faire. Flyer should be on their website soon!
SVACA's Upcoming Events
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Past Events: Please click here to see photos and information of past events.
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