Our Mission and Values

In UAnimals, we strongly believe that every life is equally valuable, so work to save as many animal lives as possible in Ukraine. We are guided by the conviction that no animal should be harmed or exploited. We support shelters, rehabilitation centers, nature reserves, and animal welfare volunteers by providing them with food and medicine for the animals. Additionally, we evacuate animals from combat zones, advocate for stray animal sterilization, and rebuild shelters destroyed by russian shelling.

Our Values

The value of every life

We believe that every animal, regardless of its species, breed, or other traits, deserves to be treated with kindness and provided with comfortable conditions. As a result, we rescue a wide range of animals, including cats and dogs, cows and pigs, lions and tigers, ducks and lemurs, as well as beavers, ostriches, bees, and others.

Openness

We are ready to explain our position and engage in respectful discussions about it. We believe that our opponents may one day become our allies. We are open to new perspectives and approaches, therefore we see discussions as a useful tool to reach the best solutions.

Collaboration

It is through the combination of our efforts with those who support us that we can save a significant number of animals. That is why we strive to collaborate with like-minded people, individual activists and volunteers, as well as partner with organizations and businesses. The community that has emerged and continues to form around UAnimals has helped us significantly scale the outcomes of our work.

Efficiency

It is important for us to save as many animals as possible from death or sufferings in the places where our help is most needed. That is why, throughout our work, we focus on results and constantly ask ourselves if the ideas and activities we chose will contribute to the best outcomes. We apply the same approach to communication, since it’s not just about speaking up, but also about being heard; not just about proposing ideas, but also implementing them.

Ambition

We set ourselves ambitious goals and then we work hard to accomplish them. This applies to the number of animals we strive to help and the scale of our support. We seek means to realize our ideas rather than reasons to abandon them. What appears to be unattainable for someone, we not only dream about, but also break down into smaller steps and accomplish.

Transparency

It is vital that we track every hryvnia given and spent. That is why we do not accept donations through our personal bank accounts, but instead post monthly updates on our website concerning the money donated to the organization. We also provide daily updates on our social media platforms on who we helped and how much. We cherish the trust that those who contribute to animal rescue have placed in us, and we wholeheartedly believe that we do not have the right to make mistakes.

Prioritization

Currently, an incredible number of animals in Ukraine require assistance. As a result, we must prioritize where our efforts should be directed. Our current focus is on front-line areas and occupied territories. In the future, depending on the situation in the country and the world, these priorities may change.

Inclusiveness

We condemn discrimination and welcome people of all genders, races, health statuses, etc. into our team and community. Similarly, we have no biases towards animals, regardless of breed, age, or medical condition every animal deserves a wonderful life.

Innovation

We are continually seeking for new methods to approach our work and try to stay up to date on the latest technologies and trends. It is crucial that those that are pertinent to our field are quickly implemented.