Each year MAFAA holds a statewide conference in Brainerd, Minnesota and this year, our conference will be held May 8-10. MAFAA has long been known for their giving nature not only to students but to service, community, and charity. Every year MAFAA selects a charity organization that impacts the entire state of Minnesota.

This donation request is being sent to you regarding our need for items to be used in our charity raffle fundraiser. 100% of the funds raised will go to benefit this year's charity designation which is the Ruff Start Rescue. Ruff Start Rescue is an extraordinary foster-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit companion animal rescue that radiates compassion and dedication. Ruff Start fearlessly rescues the voiceless victims of neglect, abandonment, and despair—dogs, cats, ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, and many other critters reaching communities throughout all of Minnesota.

Each pet in their care is provided with routine vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures, microchipped, given internal and external parasite preventatives, and tested for common bloodborne pathogens such as heartworm and feline leukemia. Advanced veterinary care is provided to any animal that requires such services before adoption. Ruff Start Rescue strongly holds the belief that a home offers a far more meaningful and preferable environment for most companion animals in need of an adoptive home, as opposed to a shelter or kennel. Consequently, they heavily depend on volunteers who graciously provide foster homes for rescued pets until they find their forever homes.

Ruff Start Rescue strives for a world where every companion animal has a safe and loving home and their family has the knowledge and resources needed to give them the life they deserve. Please support MAFAA in our effort to make a difference for this organization. We are looking for donation items including but not limited to, products, gift certificates, services, or tickets to events.  All contributions, large or small, are greatly appreciated.