[Also posted by [log in to unmask]] I thought maybe some of you could benefit from this... Ferretdepot.com and Rabbitstop.com are proud to announce our new "Ferret/Rabbit Rescue Grant Program". This program is designed to recognize and support outstanding rescue and rehabilitation organizations that are specific to or have programs specifically for Ferrets or Rabbits. It is our mission to reward those who have made commitments to improving animal welfare by promoting education, providing needed services to individuals, their communities and providing quality care for Ferrets and Rabbits in need. Qualifications: Applicants must provide rescue and rehabilitation services for Ferrets or Rabbits. Applicants must provide proof of rescue/rehabilitation status as well as adoption/placement procedures Complete applications must be postmarked by:November 30th, 2005 Recipients will be notified no later than December 15th, 2005 Application Packet Instructions: Submitted applications must include the following materials in this order: Completed Application Form (page 1 of application) summary form with additional sheets attached as needed to fully answer questions. The original form with signature is required, no alterations of any kind permitted. Applications must be signed and dated. Completed Q&A (page 2 of application) with additional sheets attached. General financial information on your organization, including total current budget and principal sources of ongoing annual support. Sample of newsletter and/or other example of communication used with volunteers, employees and the general public. Any contract or other material on adoption, redemption or surrendering of ferret/rabbit(s). One page summary of employee/volunteer training procedures Additional materials (newspaper or magazine articles, interviews, photographs, etc.) that would portray the personality of your organization. Mailed to: Director of Public Relations and Program Development Po Box 1484 Galesburg, IL 61402 To apply for this grant you may print an application directly from this site. (Click here) [No link in post. BIG] You may also phone, fax or mail a request for an application to be mailed to you. Phone: (309) 344-2950 Fax (309) 344-3522 e-mail [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 4944]