May 2026 KPA Newsletter
THE MONTHLY | MAY 15, 2026
We're one team — with you, for them.
Notes from the lifesaving network.We're one team — with you, for them.
Each month, we'll share rescue successes, urgent needs, advocacy updates, and ways more neighbors can step in for Central Florida's dogs and cats.
Our stories don't have to end here.
At Keep Pets Alive, our mission is to help create a No-Kill Orange County through rescue, fostering, adoption, advocacy, and community support.
With you, we are building a stronger lifesaving network across Central Florida. We're excited to officially launch this monthly newsletter — a place to share lifesaving successes, urgent needs, advocacy updates, and the many ways more community members can step in for the dogs and cats counting on us.
Purpose
Four things, every month — short, useful, and honest about what's hard.
01 | Share dog and cat lifesaving successes.
02 | Highlight urgent needs and upcoming opportunities.
03 | Provide updates on advocacy efforts.
04 | Invite more community members into the No-Kill movement. FREQUENCYMonthly. Short, scannable, and always honest about the work ahead. | WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORSA collaboration by our volunteers and advocates. If you'd like to write for us — keep reading.
CONTENT YOU CAN EXPECTRescue and adoption success stories. Foster and volunteer needs. Advocacy updates that affect local lifesaving efforts. | WHERE TO FIND USOnline at keeppetsalive.org, on Facebook & Instagram, and at adoption events across Central Florida.
02 | Highlight urgent needs and upcoming opportunities.
03 | Provide updates on advocacy efforts.
04 | Invite more community members into the No-Kill movement. FREQUENCYMonthly. Short, scannable, and always honest about the work ahead. | WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORSA collaboration by our volunteers and advocates. If you'd like to write for us — keep reading.
CONTENT YOU CAN EXPECTRescue and adoption success stories. Foster and volunteer needs. Advocacy updates that affect local lifesaving efforts. | WHERE TO FIND USOnline at keeppetsalive.org, on Facebook & Instagram, and at adoption events across Central Florida.
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS · APRIL 2026
25DOGS SAVED | Twenty-five dogs saved in a single month.Every foster, rescue partner, financial supporter, transporter, and advocate made this possible — and we are deeply grateful for each person who helped save lives.
Three stories from April
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PHOTO · QUEST, APOPKA
No. 01
Baron visits Quest Training Center in Apopka.
Baron recently visited Quest, Inc.'s Training Center in Apopka, where adults with developmental disabilities take part in enrichment, recreation, socialization, and life-skills programming tailored to their goals.
He brought joy to many happy faces who let us know they'd love for us to return with a rescue dog looking for a forever home. Community visits like this build connection, spread awareness, and make rescue visible in a warm and personal way.45 | PARTICIPANTS REACHED
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PHOTO · QUEST, APOPKA
No. 01
Baron visits Quest Training Center in Apopka.
Baron recently visited Quest, Inc.'s Training Center in Apopka, where adults with developmental disabilities take part in enrichment, recreation, socialization, and life-skills programming tailored to their goals.
He brought joy to many happy faces who let us know they'd love for us to return with a rescue dog looking for a forever home. Community visits like this build connection, spread awareness, and make rescue visible in a warm and personal way.45 | PARTICIPANTS REACHED
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PHOTO · VENTURA SUNSHINE LADIES CLUB
No. 02
A community presentation with the Ventura Sunshine Ladies Club.
We were invited by the Ventura Sunshine Ladies Club to talk about lifesaving strategies, foster engagement, and practical No-Kill solutions that can help save more dogs and cats in Central Florida.35 | COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN THE ROOM
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PHOTO · VENTURA SUNSHINE LADIES CLUB
No. 02
A community presentation with the Ventura Sunshine Ladies Club.
We were invited by the Ventura Sunshine Ladies Club to talk about lifesaving strategies, foster engagement, and practical No-Kill solutions that can help save more dogs and cats in Central Florida.35 | COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN THE ROOM
No. 03
Website improvements, quietly underway.
We're rebuilding the site so supporters can show up faster, with less friction. New work in flight: | A dedicated foster portal — apply, browse dogs needing fosters, and manage your placement in one place.
| A volunteer portal — sign up for shifts, events, and community visits without the back-and-forth.
| Refreshed design & resources— cleaner pages, plus guides for new fosters, adopters, and advocates.
| A new AI chatbot — 24/7 answers for anything a new foster might be wondering, from vet visits to crate training.Visit the Keep Pets Alive website →
Website improvements, quietly underway.
We're rebuilding the site so supporters can show up faster, with less friction. New work in flight: | A dedicated foster portal — apply, browse dogs needing fosters, and manage your placement in one place.
| A volunteer portal — sign up for shifts, events, and community visits without the back-and-forth.
| Refreshed design & resources— cleaner pages, plus guides for new fosters, adopters, and advocates.
| A new AI chatbot — 24/7 answers for anything a new foster might be wondering, from vet visits to crate training.Visit the Keep Pets Alive website →
Advocating for a No-Kill Florida.
Keep Pets Alive is focused on securing a No-Kill proclamation from both Orange County and the State of Florida — a public commitment that puts lifesaving at the center of how our community cares for its dogs and cats.
OUR ASK
A No-Kill commitment for Central Florida.
We're asking Orange County Animal Services to commit to greater transparency and to building toward a true No-Kill facility — one where every healthy and treatable dog and cat has a real chance to find a home. Combined with a county and state proclamation, this sets the foundation for a No-Kill Florida.
A No-Kill Florida starts with the choice to commit, publicly and clearly. We invite every neighbor, foster, financial supporter, and volunteer to stand with us as we ask our leaders to make that commitment.
| MAY 20, 2026 · WEDNESDAY |
Every rescued dog has a story. This one is for them.
Founded in 2018 by Tails That Teach in honor of a single rescued pup named Cooper, National Rescue Dog Day is observed every May 20 to celebrate the dogs whose lives are saved through fostering, rescue, and adoption — and to shine a light on the ones still waiting. The ASPCA estimates roughly 3.3 million dogs enter U.S. shelters each year, and the difference between a forgotten kennel and a lifelong home often comes down to a single neighbor who decides to show up.
Mark the date. Foster a dog. Share an adoptable pup. Tag a friend who's been thinking about it. Every share, every introduction, every visit to keeppetsalive.org on May 20 helps another rescue dog get seen — and stay alive.
Every rescued dog has a story. This one is for them.
Founded in 2018 by Tails That Teach in honor of a single rescued pup named Cooper, National Rescue Dog Day is observed every May 20 to celebrate the dogs whose lives are saved through fostering, rescue, and adoption — and to shine a light on the ones still waiting. The ASPCA estimates roughly 3.3 million dogs enter U.S. shelters each year, and the difference between a forgotten kennel and a lifelong home often comes down to a single neighbor who decides to show up.
Mark the date. Foster a dog. Share an adoptable pup. Tag a friend who's been thinking about it. Every share, every introduction, every visit to keeppetsalive.org on May 20 helps another rescue dog get seen — and stay alive.
Seeking more leaders.
We're building a stronger, more active lifesaving community. Tell us which one is you.
01 | Newsletter contributorWrite a story, edit a draft, source a photo.
02 | Website volunteerHelp keep adoption pages and resources fresh, and manage our database.
03 | Event organizerPlan a meet-and-greet, fundraiser, or community visit.
04 | FosterOpen your home — short stays save lives.
05 | Social Media StarCreate creative content that grows our brand and reaches more lives.
02 | Website volunteerHelp keep adoption pages and resources fresh, and manage our database.
03 | Event organizerPlan a meet-and-greet, fundraiser, or community visit.
04 | FosterOpen your home — short stays save lives.
05 | Social Media StarCreate creative content that grows our brand and reaches more lives.
See yourself in any of these? Reach out — we'd love to talk.
Get in touchFive commitments we hold ourselves to.i. | Act with integrity and transparency.
ii. | Collaborate openly and respectfully.
iii. | Act with kindness, compassion, and civility.
iv. | Innovate and deliver excellence.
v. | Honor commitments and take accountability for results.
ii. | Collaborate openly and respectfully.
iii. | Act with kindness, compassion, and civility.
iv. | Innovate and deliver excellence.
v. | Honor commitments and take accountability for results.
Thank you for helping us Keep Pets Alive.
Every foster home, volunteer hour, financial gift, and shared post matters.
Together, we can continue building a compassionate, sustainable No-Kill future for Central Florida. Visit our contact page to complete a volunteer application, fill out a foster form, or send us a general message.
We're one team — with you, for them.
KEEP PETS ALIVE · CENTRAL FLORIDAGET INVOLVEDVolunteer applicationFoster formAdopt a petMake a gift
CONTACT[email protected]keeppetsalive.org
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ISSUE 01 · MAY 15, 2026 · © 2026 KEEP PETS ALIVE
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