€128,225 awarded to three Mayo animal welfare organisations

FUNDING of €128,225 has been awarded to three local animal welfare organisations in County Mayo.

The funding awarded, confirmed by Deputy Michael Ring, is as follows:

Ainmhithe Animal Rescue, Ballina, €36,050

Mayo SPCA, Ballyhaunis, €36,375

North West SPCA, Ballina, €55,800

Said Deputy Ring: “This year, there was an additional focus on supporting charities involved in rehoming dogs. This recognises that 2023 has been a particularly challenging year in terms of dog welfare and for those working to rescue, protect and rehome dogs.

“This funding will contribute to the protection of surrendered, abandoned and at-risk animals.”

He continued: “Animal welfare organisations carry out tremendous work here in Mayo and I am delighted to see this work being recognised and funding being made available to help their excellent work to continue. The staff and volunteers do outstanding work and I would like to take this opportunity to recognise their contribution.”