GOALS: The Hugs and Kisses Fund consists of a group of community leaders concerned about the growing inability of our “Humane Heroes” and rescue organizations to provide care and shelter in today’s trying economic times. The Fund focuses its grants on supporting the health and welfare of all animals including but not limited to; organizations charged with population control, providing training for use in therapy, support of persons with disabilities, as well as organizations involved in shelter, rehabilitation and placement in good homes. It is our goal to be the “United Way” for animal organizations. We will provide grants to small “mom and pop” animal welfare organizations across the United States to support ongoing operations or in times of emergency. This fund will keep humane staff doing actual rescue work, care and placement without worrying about raising money for their efforts.