Boston animal shelter scores massive $2M donation for new facility.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) has taken a major leap forward in its mission to improve animal welfare after receiving the largest single gift in its history - a whopping $2 million donation. This substantial sum will significantly contribute to the construction of the organization's new three-story facility in the South End, which is expected to be completed by 2026 and cost a total of $48 million.
The ARL, founded in 1899 and operated out of the same South End location since 1956, has been facing space constraints that hinder its ability to provide adequate care for animals. The new facility will feature an animal care and adoption center, veterinary hospital, outpatient clinic, dog training classes, and support services.
"This new building will provide an accessible, affordable center so people who desire an animal can share their lives with one," Arthur Rabe said in a statement, highlighting the importance of this donation for the organization's mission. The Rabe family has supported the ARL since 2007, adopting a cat named Jill from the facility.
"We no longer meet the standard of care our animals deserve and severely limit the organization's ability to evolve and adapt to the needs of animals and pet owners," said Dr. Edward Schettino, president & CEO of the ARL. The new facility is designed by Boston-based architecture firm J. Garland Enterprises to seamlessly blend with the South End's distinctive architecture.
While the construction process has been ongoing since April, the ARL can now move forward with the completion of this vital project, which will greatly enhance its ability to provide quality care for animals in need.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) has taken a major leap forward in its mission to improve animal welfare after receiving the largest single gift in its history - a whopping $2 million donation. This substantial sum will significantly contribute to the construction of the organization's new three-story facility in the South End, which is expected to be completed by 2026 and cost a total of $48 million.
The ARL, founded in 1899 and operated out of the same South End location since 1956, has been facing space constraints that hinder its ability to provide adequate care for animals. The new facility will feature an animal care and adoption center, veterinary hospital, outpatient clinic, dog training classes, and support services.
"This new building will provide an accessible, affordable center so people who desire an animal can share their lives with one," Arthur Rabe said in a statement, highlighting the importance of this donation for the organization's mission. The Rabe family has supported the ARL since 2007, adopting a cat named Jill from the facility.
"We no longer meet the standard of care our animals deserve and severely limit the organization's ability to evolve and adapt to the needs of animals and pet owners," said Dr. Edward Schettino, president & CEO of the ARL. The new facility is designed by Boston-based architecture firm J. Garland Enterprises to seamlessly blend with the South End's distinctive architecture.
While the construction process has been ongoing since April, the ARL can now move forward with the completion of this vital project, which will greatly enhance its ability to provide quality care for animals in need.
the ARL has been doing so much work in the community and it's awesome that they got such a big donation 
hopefully it'll make a huge difference in their new facility 
can't wait to see the finished product! 
the animal care center sounds like a great place for people to find their new furry friends 
! $2m is life changing for any org, and the fact that it's going towards animal shelter is just too adorable 
. i hope they can get everything done by 2026 tho, gotta keep those furry friends safe & happy 
. this new facility sounds like a total game changer - an animal care center, vet hospital, and dog training classes? my fave! 
! $2M is a huge deal and I hope they make the most of it 
. It's about time those critters got some decent space to chill and get adopted 
. That new facility is gonna be a game-changer for animal lovers in Boston 
. Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly with the construction and those adorable fur babies get the care they deserve 
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. Dr. Schettino's quote about not meeting the standard of care is so true - our furry friends deserve the best, and I'm glad we're moving in that direction 
. it's awesome to see the Rabe family stepping up with a massive gift 
! and btw, dog training classes sound like a great addition 
, I mean, animal lovers will love the dog training classes and vet clinic. Construction has been going on for ages so now we can finally see this project come to life 
. Dr. Schettino's right, current space is cramped & old, so this new building is just what they needed 
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I'm all about supporting initiatives like this, because at the end of the day, it's all about making a positive impact on our world 
. Bring on 2026 and that brand new facility!