Become a Friend of the Shelter
Becoming a Friend of the Shelter is a simple but meaningful way to support the animals in our care throughout the year. Your membership helps provide food, veterinary treatment, enrichment and rehabilitation while we work to find vulnerable animals the loving homes they deserve.
Friends of the Shelter for Just £15 Per Year
Becoming a Friend of the Shelter is a simple but meaningful way to help us continue caring for animals in need and finding them loving forever homes. For only £15 per year, your support directly contributes to food, medical care, enrichment, and rehabilitation for the animals in our care.
It also makes a thoughtful and heartfelt gift for a loved one – a unique present that gives back!
- As a Friend of the Shelter, you will receive:
- A beautifully presented welcome pack
- A personalised certificate to recognise your support
- An information booklet about our work and the animals you’re helping
- Invitations to special events and opportunities to get involved
- A newsletter every other month via email, keeping you updated on success stories, upcoming events, and ways your support is making a difference
Your sponsorship makes a direct difference.
It helps us provide:
Nutritious food and daily care
Veterinary treatment and medical support
Behaviour training and enrichment
A safe, comfortable environment
Your membership helps us raise vital funds so we can continue rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals in need.
Every contribution counts and goes directly toward improving the lives of vulnerable animals while we work to find them their perfect homes. It’s a small but powerful way to be part of our journey – whether as a gift for someone special or a little treat for yourself while supporting a cause that truly matters.
Friends of the Shelter Sponsorship - £15 a year.
PLEASE READ: Please complete all the fields below. Once completed and submitted, you will be redirected to GoCardless where you will be asked to setup your direct debit. If you have any questions please contact 01204 526486 and we will be happy to help.
Gift Friends of the Shelter Sponsorship - £15 a year.
PLEASE READ: Please complete all the fields below. Once completed and submitted, you will be redirected to GoCardless where you will be asked to setup your direct debit. If you have any questions please contact 01204 526486 and we will be happy to help.
How do I set up the Direct Debit for my kennel sponsorship?
You can set up your Direct Debit by completing our sponsorship form online and then completing your direct debit details with GoCardless. If you want to sponsor more than one kennel, or if you want to pay more to sponsor a kennel, we can send you a specific link to set this up.
What information do I need to provide to start the Direct Debit?
We will need your business name, contact details, bank account name, sort code, and account number. All information is handled securely and in line with data protection requirements.
When will the first payment be taken from our account?
The first payment is usually collected within 10–14 working days of the Direct Debit being set up. We will notify you in advance of the exact date.
Will we receive confirmation once the Direct Debit is active?
Yes. You will receive written, email confirmation from Destitute Animals Shelter, and from GoCardless confirming the payment amount, schedule, and the date of the first collection.
Who do we contact if our bank details change?
Please inform Destitute Animals Shelter as soon as possible by email or phone so we can update your Direct Debit safely and avoid any missed payments.
Is the Direct Debit covered by the Direct Debit Guarantee?
Yes. All payments are protected by the Direct Debit Guarantee, which means you are entitled to an immediate refund from your bank in the unlikely event of an error.
Can we cancel the Direct Debit at any time?
Yes. You may cancel your Direct Debit directly with your bank at any time. We would appreciate you letting us know so we can update our records and discuss other ways you might wish to continue supporting us.
Will we receive receipts or invoices for accounting purposes?
Yes. We can provide invoices, receipts, or annual statements to support your business accounting requirements.
What happens if a payment fails or is returned unpaid?
If a payment is not successful, we will contact you to let you know and to arrange a convenient way to resolve the missed instalment.
Can more than one kennel be sponsored under the same Direct Debit?
Yes. Multiple kennels can be sponsored through a single Direct Debit, and we can tailor a package to reflect your level of support. You will need to contact us to arrange a specific agreement in order to set this up for you.
Is there a minimum sponsorship term or commitment period?
We welcome ongoing support, but there is no fixed contract period unless you choose an annual package. You remain in control of your payments.
How will the sponsorship appear on our bank statement?
Payments will appear with a reference to Destitute Animals Shelter so they are easy to identify.
Who should we contact with questions about our payments?
Get in Touch
Telephone: 01204 526486
Email: fundraising@destituteanimalshelter.org.uk
You are also very welcome to visit the shelter between 11:30am – 4pm Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11am-2pm, and speak to a member of our team.
