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This time last year I was boasting that we were especially fortunate to have 800 people signed up to collect during the 2006 appeal. Being extremely optimistic, we forecast the unrealistic prospect of recruiting up to 1000 supporters shaking buckets. It was hopeful at best. Well, come collection day we had over 1240 who managed to raise a record–breaking $265,000 – an outstanding accomplishment. If you helped make this possible, thank you from us all.

2007 has been an extremely challenging but successful year for SAFE. The people who mastermind our successes are passionate, loyal and amazing. They give everything to make SAFE the champion organisation it is and you should be proud. I am. It is coming up to my 18th year with SAFE and I seldom feel defeated or dejected or that we are not making a significant difference in New Zealand. Working in this field you see and hear of the most terrible atrocities inflicted on animals. Humans can be an embarrassing and cruel race. Thankfully the stories of pain and suffering are offset by some humbling and humorous accounts of human goodwill and compassion, but never completely. There are still too few campaigners, activists, members and supporters. As SAFE continues to grow however so too does our vision of how we can make this a more compassionate world for all.

I grow tired of asking for your support but I am always heartened at your generosity. So again I ask for your help this week by donating your time, if not your money, towards SAFE’s largest nationally coordinated event. Bring your friends or family and make it your Christmas pledge for the animals. We anticipate some 1300 people collecting this year. Optimistically, we could exceed 1500. With your help this Friday or Saturday, we just might!

From everyone at SAFE, I wish you a very compassionate and peaceful festive holiday. For the animals, I too wish they may all soon have no reason to fear humans and can enjoy every day in peace.

Anthony Terry
Director


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SAFE APPEAL LAST DAYS
Since last week’s bulletin collector numbers have risen to 1000. It was unthinkable just a year ago we could ever have so many people wishing to help with the annual SAFE appeal. Our hopes are high that we will exceed even last year’s number of collectors. After all you continue to surprise us on the day. If you haven’t yet registered we trust that you will do this now or like many people, just show up on the day (hopefully with your friends in tow!)

It’s an awesome event to be part of and given it’s SAFE’s largest fundraiser event it’s something to celebrate! If you can’t collect this year please make a donation.

Win $2000 luxury resort getaway and cruelty free prize pack!

Register to collect and be in the draw to win two night’s accommodation and decadent spa treatment for two people at the luxury Kimi Ora Spa Resort. Located at the top of the South Island above the golden sands of Kaiteriteri Beach and on the doorstep to the popular Abel Tasman National Park, Kimi Ora is nestled in 12 hectares of hillside tranquil native bush with exclusive sea views. You will also receive travel costs and a cruelty free prize pack including a Hedge Hog mountain bike, a Trilogy cosmetics pack, a Blue Earth beauty pack of handmade soaps, and plenty more!

Collectors please don’t forget to ...

• watch the appeal video
• read the helpful tips page
• wear comfy shoes and sun block
• wear suitable clothing (light garments if in costume)
• bring a water bottle (particularly if it’s a hot day)
• bring a friend and/or a friendly dog if you can

On the day

• please arrive on time
• arrive 10 minutes before your allotted time
• if your city has a problem with parking perhaps arrange to be dropped off or take a bus, train or cycle.

BRING A FRIEND

If we haven’t already asked you, will you bring a friend to help? The more the better and it is twice the fun on the street when you can shake those buckets together with someone you know!! Call your animal–loving mates now!

STARS SHINE FOR SAFE!

New Idea magazine this week features an interview with the talented kiwi actress and long–time SAFE supporter Angela Bloomfield. Angela says she‘s bringing her two children, Max and Maya, along with her to help her collect. She says her kids just love animals.

SAFE is thrilled Angela, along with Outrageous Fortune star Robyn Malcolm, Elemeno P’s bass player Lani Purkis, actress Nicola Kawana and the ever–popular TV personality Suzanne Paul, will be on the streets collecting for SAFE in Auckland on Friday. SAFE’s promotions manager Amanda Sorrenson says “It’s awesome that we have a star–studded cast of some of New Zealand’s finest stars and entertainers backing SAFE and its work. They are taking time out of their extremely busy schedules to help raise money for SAFE and they wanted me to convey that they urge all other SAFE supporters to do the same.”

  

19 DECEMBER 2007 #39



Just before Christmas who doesn’t like gifts from a giveaway? We have another TippiTappi.com t–shirt to give away to a lucky winner. The shirt’s compassionate message is ‘Zoos = Prison,’ printed on a stylish organic cotton t–shirt. Just tell us your name and preferred size – small, medium or large.

Congratulations to Polly Copeland, Savanna Calton and Karen Mackenzie for each winning a pack of the delicious vegan marshmallows made by Angel Food. For the unlucky ones, you can order them direct from Angel Food or buy from the SAFE shop in Auckland.

A Friend in Need

Looking for a way to make a difference this Christmas? Nadia Crighton from SAFE has come up with 10 top tips to make this silly season one to remember.

Feasting – With so many culinary delights being created in festive kitchens across New Zealand there is no better time to make a compassionate statement in your kitchen. Be adventurous – try having a vegetarian Christmas! If not, at least ensure the products are free range.

Education – get your facts right and impress your guests! Be the conversational guru at your Christmas ‘do’ and get yourself informed and up–to–date with the most relevant information about helping animals. Whether it’s the latest animal campaigns or simple solutions to keeping your neighbourhood animal friendly, you’ll be the hit of the party with so many interesting topics to talk about. More ...