Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (happy rescued friends!)
Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary is always rescuing donkeys from England and abroad, to live out happy lives in peace. A few years ago, the sanctuary was days from closure, but happily trustees stepped in. and a special area for donkeys that need special care. Read more on how to help donkey friends.
Set on 55 acres with walking trails (and a play area for children), it rescues donkeys, mules and ponies to provide exceptional care, and also loves to educate visitors on donkey welfare.
Donkeys have been used for many years in England (from turning water wheels to giving rides to children on beaches). Some also come here, if guardians become ill or lose land, so can’t look after them.
Like most animal sanctuaries, this started out as rescuing one creature, then other people kept bringing more, until it became a major charity.
One donkey at this sanctuary retired from an English castle. The perfect ‘royal donkey’, they say he expects a butler service and bath each night!
How to Help Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
Rescuing each donkey costs around £1000 (including a donkey passport to get them there), along with ongoing costs.
An easy way to raise funds is to sign up with easyfundraising (nominate Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, then anytime you buy things with shops or services, it donates a portion of profits, at no cost to you). You can if preferred donate anonymously, set up a giving account at Charities Aid Foundation.
Another way to help is to buy Hedgerow Gin which uses herbs, fruits and berries from local hedgerows, with profits helping to support the sanctuary.
Lotteries are just another form of gambling (but if you do play the National Lottery, switch over to play the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary Lotto at least the money is going to a good local cause).
It’s £1 per ticket, with 60% of sales benefiting them (and almost 20% for prizes, including a 1 in 50 chance to win – the top weekly prize is £25,000).
