ISSUE#05
March 2026
THIS EASTER COMPASSION TRAVELS FURTHER
HELPING PEOPLE HELP ANIMALS
Stand By Me Animal Care is a funding foundation that responsibly manages and grows donor support, including legacy giving, and distributes it to credible animal welfare organisations across South Africa.
This Easter, we invite you to support a model of giving that is thoughtful, responsible and far-reaching.
Through donations and legacy gifts, Stand By Me Animal Care is able to responsibly steward support and direct it to credible animal welfare organisations across South Africa.
A legacy gift is a meaningful way to ensure that your compassion continues into the future, while a donation today helps meet urgent and ongoing needs now.
Whether you choose to give, leave a bequest, or share our work with others, your support helps sustain trusted animal welfare impact.
Making a difference together
Here is a glimpse of how your support is making a difference through our trusted partner organisations:
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Easter Fun Good Cause at Bella’s Guardian Angels
Bella’s Guardian Angels is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 4 April. It will be filled with puppy cuddles, family fun, and festive treats.
Guests can enjoy playtime with rescue puppies and kittens before taking part in one of three egg hunts:
• for under 5s,
• ages 5–12,
• and an all-ages group.
Visitors are encouraged to dress up and bring their Easter baskets.
Gates open at 2pm, with the hunt starting at 3pm. Entry is R60 per participant (including puppy playtime) and R40 for accompanying guests. Spill the Beans will also be on-site with coffee and refreshments.
Pre-booking is essential via WhatsApp on 063 682 3519.
Join the community for a fun-filled afternoon while supporting a great cause.
35 Suikerbekkie West, Joostenbergvlakte
Every rescued puppy and kitten deserves safety care and the chance of a loving home.
Worcester Yacht Club Feral Cat Management
At the Worcester Yacht Club, to responsibly manage the feral cat population, we continue to support their efforts to implement a TNR approach: Trap, Neuter, Release.
Since December, 8 cats were trapped during this period, all unfortunately affected by cat flu upon assessment.
Of these, 2 kittens received treatment and were successfully rehomed into caring homes, while 2 kittens were treated, neutered and safely released back into their environment.
Sadly, 4 cats were too severely affected by illness and had to be humanely euthanised.
While some outcomes have been difficult, these efforts remain an important step toward stabilising and improving the health of the cat population in the area.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Fynbos Animal Clinic for their invaluable partnership and support. Their dedication and expertise have been instrumental in helping us carry out this work and move closer to a sustainable solution for the Worcester Yacht Club cat community.
Karoo Donkey Sanctuary
Our support for the Karoo Donkey Sanctuary has grown into something far more meaningful than a partnership. We are proud to have become “Ouma” to several newborn foals at the sanctuary.
These foals are the offspring of pregnant mares rescued from the Eastern Cape, with Stand By Me Animal Care covering the cost of transporting them to their safe new home. We are delighted to see how well they have settled and thrived under the sanctuary’s care. In support of this vital work, we have also increased our monthly contribution to help ensure the continued wellbeing of all the animals.
Jonno and his dedicated team have rescued several horses and mules in recent months. Among them is Sir Morgan, a very special horse living with monocular vision due to a previous injury, who is now safe and cared for.
The sanctuary is currently facing extremely challenging conditions due to a severe drought. Tragically, they recently lost Humphrey the donkey to an intestinal illness that may have been linked to these harsh conditions.
We ask for your continued support in helping Jonno and his incredible team of lifesavers. Together, we can help ensure that they have the resources needed to keep rescuing, rehabilitating and caring for these deserving animals.
Responsible Stewardship. Trusted Impact.
We believe that generosity should be matched by responsibility.
That is why Stand By Me Animal Care is committed to careful oversight, prudent fund management and thoughtful distribution to credible organisations whose work contributes meaningfully to animal welfare in South Africa.
By acting as a responsible funding foundation, we help build trust between donors, legacy supporters and the organisations working to protect and care for animals.
WHO WE ARE
Stand By Me Animal Care was founded in response to concerns raised by potential legators—people who wanted to leave substantial funds to animal causes but feared that some organisations might lack the financial expertise to manage large sums responsibly.
Our founder, Leonie Lategan, is a Certified Financial Planner® with over 35 years of experience in professional money management. She is also a passionate animal lover who, together with several concerned clients, recognised the need for an intermediary organisation that could bridge the gap between generous donors and deserving rescue organisations.
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