NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT 
Tupelo Lee Humane Society
Animal neglect, abuse, and abandonment are very real issues that most of us prefer not to think about. The stories are certainly sad, but the services provided by the Tupelo Lee Humane Society often lead to a happy ending.
Since 1979, TLHS has been feeding, housing, and caring for the 6,000 animals per year that enter the shelter. Their mission is to promote humane treatment, prevent cruelty, provide education, and eliminate pet overpopulation.
Though TLHS partners with Lee County and the City of Tupelo and receives some funding from them, they operate primarily through donations and fundraisers. In addition to monetary donations, they have a wish list of much-needed items that can be donated, such as dog and cat food, metal food bowls, fleece blankets, laundry detergent, bleach, and toys.
As an example of the work done at TLHS, consider the story of Sophie (pictured below). Sophie's hips are dislocated and have been for a while. Although she is on pain medication, she will need surgery to ensure that she can live a long, healthy life. The shelter has placed Sophie in foster care while they raise funds to cover the cost of surgery. Without help from TLHS, Sophie would have no hope for the quality of life she deserves.
For more information about TLHS, visit their website at http://www.tupeloleehumane.org/.
Thank you to the Tupelo Lee Humane Society for the work you do to bring hope and love to our furry friends!
2020 GIVE AWARDS
THE DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS:
5:00 TODAY!
The GIVE Awards recognize outstanding individual and group volunteer efforts that have made a significant difference to the state, through volunteer action in local communities. Highlighting these extraordinary acts of kindness not only honors deserving volunteers, but inspires others to follow in their footsteps.
GIVE Award recipients will be recognized at a special luncheon in Jackson on April 20. If you know of a deserving volunteer, please nominate him/her. The nomination form can be accessed here.
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