Do you strive to make a difference in the world or know someone who does? Tell us about it! Get started now by filling out the form and sharing your story. Upon review, one lucky winner will be chosen and profiled in an upcoming issue of PETA's Animal Times with their inspirational story.
10/7/2008 2:25:17 PM
Paige Strackman’s "Saving the Lives of Malnourished Children,” an AMEX Members Project finalist, will receive between $100,000 and $1.5 million to feed severely malnourished children around the world. Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nu-cz0MNjYw
shelley wenk10/7/2008 12:51:42 AM
CHARLENE SALGADO, HEALER OF ANIMALS BUILDING THE WILDLIFE RESCUE REHABILITATION PARK IN BAJA CA. HEALED FOXES,COYOTES,OWLS,EAGLES,SEALS, BOBCATS,VULTURES,PELICANS,SEAGULLS,LIONS FIGHTS TRAFFIC OF WILDLIFE FOUNDED WORLD WILD ANIMALS,INC.
ENRIQUE ERIZ10/6/2008 1:06:50 PM
I nominate Jenny Brown. Jenny left a glamorous job to provide happy health and homes to hundreds of abandoned, rescued and abused farm animals when she created Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary.
Erica Julien10/6/2008 6:04:03 AM
Lara Midzuk -- She has an incredibly deep love of all animals. She makes every effort to use only products that have not been tested on animals. Her Love and effection for animals has rubbed of on those around her.
Gavin Jersky10/6/2008 12:41:12 AM
I nominate ROBIN FEJES, for the years she has volunteered her time, services, expertise, money and has advocated on behalf of animals, throughout the world in anyway she could and continues to, no matter what. Her ideas are unique and work.
Max Castillo10/5/2008 5:41:46 PM
Judy Woods of Pigs Peace Sanctuary in Stanwood Wa. This tiny 5'3" woman is simply put "amazing". Almost 200 pigs rescued from "factory farms" and abusive situations will live out the lives they were meant too because of Judy.
Charlene Haney10/5/2008 5:22:25 PM
I nominate myself, because i am a strict vegetarian and have been for almost 4 years now. I love animals so much and i do everything and anything i can to help them. To me animals are the most beautiful creatures on this earth.
paola gesualdi10/5/2008 1:53:02 PM
I Vote for Robbie Coy
Pauline Chohnis10/5/2008 11:27:21 AM
I nominate my neighbor Jill. She has rescued countless dogs from abusive situations, ranging from neglect on chains to puppy mills, and has found loving homes for them all. She has saved over 128 dogs in just the last few years alone
Elizabeth Karle10/5/2008 11:12:05 AM
Dori Scofield is the owner of Save-A-Pet Animal Rescue.This past summer, Dori's home caught fire and all of her beloved pets and personal belongings perished.If ever there was a person more deserving of being featured in PETA, it is Dori.
Natalie Fitterman10/5/2008 12:12:01 AM
I purchase only cruelty free products. I have nine cats. I have saved 18 cats. I am active in a local non-profit spay neuter group. I am referred to as the "catwoman." I will never stop fighting for animals.
shannon wolk10/5/2008 12:01:07 AM
I have 4 dogs, 3 of whom had it pretty bad, before they met me. I know that my care and concern for animals has made those around me open their eyes to the plight of abused animals. Thank you Laura Butorac
Laura Butorac10/4/2008 11:52:20 PM
My nominee is Margie Hair. She doesn't manage a rescue organization or have a fancy title but she has taught me what true kindness really is. Her unending faith and quiet nature is inspirational.
Katherine Lishman10/4/2008 6:51:43 PM
hi my name is rachael and i nominate myself.last year my teachers dog needed surgery so i raised $57 but it was to late she put it to sleep.so i donated the money to the aspca.i would risk my life to save animals.
rachael hendrick10/4/2008 5:25:31 PM
Aisling Goodwin Im a member of PAWS, ARAN, WSPA, Greenpeace and PETA for years and do alot of fundraising and voluntary work and want to tell my story.
Aisling Goodwin10/4/2008 5:13:51 PM
Robbie Coy
Patty Chong-Yen10/4/2008 12:19:02 PM
"conciencia activa monterrey" a group of people who tells people why veganism makes a difference for animals,the environment and our health,by making protests,campaigns,concerts,shows videos and talks,and inform to eveyone they know
liliana fernandez10/4/2008 11:47:43 AM
Lisa Gersbach, Animal Control, Texas Lisa witnessed horrific conditions and unthinkable acts of cruelty in a Texas shelter and rallied for outside help. She literally risked it all for the sake of the animals. She is an incredible hero.
Kim Motyka10/4/2008 10:50:54 AM
I nominate Scottie Devens, founder of Save The Greyhound Dogs! (VT). She is the most inspiring person I have ever met, and she has dedicated her life to the cause. She deserves her moment in the sun!
Jennifer Oneske10/4/2008 10:10:13 AM
My Mom has done so much: raising me vegetarian, starting the 1st spay & neuter clinic in our county, naming our spca, fighting for more $ for our spca & stricter animal abuse laws & punishment. now she has great dane rescue. www.scgreatdanerescue.com
andrea Castellucci
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals