Funds available to start state animal response teams
PetSmart Charities is requesting proposals for $20,000 matching grants toward the establishment of state animal response teams. The SART model is a public-private partnership for preparation and response to animal emergencies. Each state team supports the creation and training of county animal response teams. The SART model follows principles of the incident command system, which federal and state governments use to manage emergencies. Grant applications are available online at www.sartusa.org, in the news section. The deadline for proposals is Jan. 5, 2007, by e-mail to infoncsartusa [dot] org, which is also the e-mail address for questions. Applicants must do the following:
The SART program and similar efforts now extend to Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. The states of Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Texas, and Virginia are developing teams. Among the SART program's partners and sponsors are the American Veterinary Medical Foundation and PetSmart Charities. | ||