The tornadoes that ripped through the Southeast in April are some of the worst we have witnessed in recent history.
Many communities across six states have been devastated and many lives destroyed.
As a result of the April 27th tornadoes, the Greater Birmingham Humane Society (GBHS) has been tasked by the Emergency Management Agency to help with the relief efforts through services provided by the shelter.
Coordinating transfers from Tuscaloosa, Pleasant Grove and surrounding areas to help accommodate the high number of displaced animals, providing assistance to Jefferson County Animal Control lost and found pets through a GBHS volunteer hotline and assistance in the field, and providing emergency relief to injured horses at Mount Olive Rescue Barn are some of the daily tasks for shelter volunteers.
In light of this recent tragedy, the Ryan Newman Foundation is dedicated to working closely with the GBHS and shelters across the Southeast affected by this disaster.
“It’s so sad to see the highlights on television and the devastation left behind, not only in Alabama, but across such a large area in the south,” said Ryan Newman Foundation President, Krissie Newman. “It brings me back to the sadness of Hurricane Katrina, but on some level this might be worse.
“I can’t begin to imagine what the families who lost loved-ones and everything they own are going through. Among the tragedy, many pets have lost their owners or are lost themselves, looking for comfort. We can use all the help we can get from NASCAR fans and pet lovers to raise money and collect donations for our mission.“
Your support will allow us to transport much needed care to pets affected from by this tragedy:
If you wish to make a donation:
Ryan Newman Motorsports
165 Jennings Road
Statesville, NC 28625
Phone: 704-876-4776