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The Scottish SPCA is appealing to kind hearted people in Midlothian to volunteer and help raise funds for abused, abandoned and injured pets in Scotland.
Scotland’s animal welfare charity is urging locals to get involved in its Rehoming Week, which runs from 7 – 13 May, by joining in with organised street collections and more.
Diane Aitchison, Edinburgh Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre Manager, said, “Last year our centre took in and found loving new homes for 499 neglected, mistreated and unwanted pets and 2018 is proving to be just as challenging.
“During Rehoming Week we have opportunities to fundraise throughout Scotland.
“It’s a great opportunity to spend time with friends, or to come along and meet new people as part of our Supporter Groups, and help make a real difference to pets in Scotland.
“Door-to-door fundraising can be carried out between the Monday and Friday of Rehoming Week, while people can hold street collections in their local communities on the Saturday.
“You can volunteer with friends, or join your local supporter group. Even if someone can only spare an hour or two, their time and efforts would be hugely appreciated.
“Giving up your spare time to help raise funds is an extremely kind gesture and one which will be of huge benefit to our work.”
Anyone who would like to help raise funds for the Scottish SPCA or join their local supporter group can contact the fundraising team on 03000 999 999 (option 4) or email fundraising@scottishspca.org.
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
