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lundi 8 juin 2026

At 103, Margarita's love of animals will live on

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Dear aze,

At 103 years old, Margarita Kjerbol has lived through a century of big changes. Her life and legacy reflect what has always remained: her profound love for animals.

Born Margarita Belzig von Kreutz, she spent her early years in Russia and Europe, witnessing the upheaval of World War II. Her beloved childhood dog, Patapouf, brought comfort, loyalty and love, even in the hardest moments.

As she built a new life in Venezuela years later, she met and married Georg Kjerbol, a Danish civil engineer whose very first gift to her was a dog named Douchka.

Douchka was a beloved companion and always by Margarita's side, accompanying the family on their move to Seattle in 1961. This loyal friend helped her navigate the joys and challenges of life in a new country.

After Douchka passed, Margarita never stopped finding joy in caring for animals. She quickly befriended the pets of neighbors and loved ones, sharing:

"The genuine love and joy shown by happy pets cannot be compared. People often go through tough times and emotions, but pets so often show their love and basic sense to comfort and cheer us up again."

This profound bond between people and animals inspired Margarita to think about the future, including the future of animals who will need care long after she is gone. That’s why she chose to include Seattle Humane as a beneficiary in her will.

Like Margarita, you can create a will that reflects your enduring love for the people and animals in your life. It only takes 20 minutes and is completely free with our trusted partner, FreeWill. You can choose loving guardians for your pets, outline their care needs and make a lasting impact for animals in our community.

mardi 19 mai 2026

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lundi 18 mai 2026

Tuxes & Tails was an inspiring, impactful evening!

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Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Rescue Squad, Seattle Humane raised more than $2.4 million during our 2026 Tuxes & Tails gala last weekend—exceeding our goal and making this one of our most impactful events yet.

While the celebration may be over, the impact of your kindness is just beginning.

These critical funds will enable Seattle Humane to continue serving nearly 100,000 pets and people each year through lifesaving programs that keep families together and ensure pets receive the care they need.

We are deeply grateful to our community for showing what’s possible when we come together with compassion and purpose. Because of this generosity, more pets will receive lifesaving care, more families will stay together and more lives will be changed through the power of kindness.

If you were unable to join us, you can still experience the fun by checking out the Tuxes & Tails highlights video! And be sure to mark your calendars now for next year’s event on Saturday, May 15, 2027.

There’s still time to make a gift in support of our furry family members. Thank you for helping us create a kinder world for pets and their people!

Donate Now!

mercredi 6 mai 2026

Thank You for Giving BIG!

Thanks to your incredible compassion for animals in need—and for helping us reach our GiveBIG goal! Your generosity truly makes a life-changing difference for so many pets and the people who love them.

With a $100,000 matching gift from a generous supporter, your donation has been doubled to help twice as many pets!

Thank you for choosing to stand with animals in need. That choice means the world to us, and to every pet whose life is better because of you, from fragile newborns to senior pets requiring expert medical care.

Your support not only helps pets find loving new families but also sustains vital community services like our pet food bank, low-cost veterinary care, humane education programs and more. We are so inspired by the generosity of our community and grateful to have you by our side.

From all of us at Seattle Humane, thank you for Giving BIG!

mardi 5 mai 2026

GiveBIG ends tonight, don't miss your chance to help pets

GiveBIG ends tonight. Show up for pets.

GiveBIG Now

aze,

Today is GiveBIG!

From now until midnight tonight, people across Washington are coming together to support the nonprofits they believe in. That’s why we’re asking you to show up for vulnerable pets.

And today, your gift can go even further.

Thanks to a generous donor, every GiveBIG gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000. But this opportunity only lasts until midnight tonight.

Will You Show Up Today?

GiveBIG Now

Every day, pets arrive at Seattle Humane needing urgent medical care, shelter and compassion. Because of caring supporters like you, they receive the treatment they need and the chance to start a new chapter.

Every moment matters. Every gift helps. Every act of kindness saves pets’ lives.

Thank you for helping Seattle Humane care for pets who need us most and give them the second chance they deserve.

With gratitude,

Jessie Swisher Spiers
Executive Director

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There's still time to GiveBIG for pets

GiveBIG ends tonight. Show up for pets.

GiveBIG Now

aze,

Today is GiveBIG!

From now until midnight tonight, people across Washington are coming together to support the nonprofits they believe in. That’s why we’re asking you to show up for vulnerable pets.

And today, your gift can go even further.

Thanks to a generous donor, every GiveBIG gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000. But this opportunity only lasts until midnight tonight.

Will You Show Up Today?

GiveBIG Now

Every moment matters. Every gift helps. Every act of kindness saves pets’ lives.

Thank you for helping Seattle Humane care for pets who need us most and give them the second chance they deserve.

With gratitude,

Jessie Swisher Spiers
Executive Director

Visit our website | View in browser | Unsubscribe

Today is GiveBIG! Help save pets' lives!

GiveBIG ends tonight. Show up for pets.

GiveBIG Now

aze,

Today is GiveBIG!

From now until midnight tonight, people across Washington are coming together to support the nonprofits they believe in. That’s why we’re asking you to show up for vulnerable pets.

And today, your gift can go even further.

Thanks to a generous donor, every GiveBIG gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000. But this opportunity only lasts until midnight tonight.

Will You Show Up Today?

GiveBIG Now

Every moment matters. Every gift helps. Every act of kindness saves pets’ lives.

Thank you for helping Seattle Humane care for pets who need us most and give them the second chance they deserve.

With gratitude,

Jessie Swisher Spiers
Executive Director

Visit our website | View in browser | Unsubscribe