Farm Sanctuary | We Envision a World Where Sanctuary Replaces Exploitation

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Farm Sanctuary fights the disastrous effects of animal agriculture on animals, the environment, social justice, and public health through rescue, education, and advocacy.

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[MUSIC PLAYING] Thanks to your support, 2022 was a year of tremendous growth in achievement at Farm Sanctuary.

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Our Rescue & Placement team continued the important work of finding safe homes for animals in need.

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Our largest case involved 29 cows rescued from a former beef farm in Oklahoma.

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Our team took several cross-country trips to bring bonded groups to their new homes — and so far, we've placed nearly half the herd.

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Our Wellness and Environment teams kept operations running smoothly at our New York and California sanctuaries — home to nearly 700 residents. They clean and re-straw barns, provide food and cutting-edge medical care, and offer enrichment to our rescued friends 365 days a year.

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We also welcomed more than 10,000 guests during sanctuary tours and events. And our Humane Education team reached 100,000 students since the program's inception. These on-site and virtual experiences educate and increase awareness about our food system — and what we can do to change it.

Our Research team's groundbreaking work invites animals to participate in science on their terms — from PTSD research in cattle and pigs to learning patterns in chickens. And our pioneering work is attracting national attention. And finally, our Advocacy team introduced an advanced state and federal legislation and grew partnerships across movements to fight factory farming and promote food justice.

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Your support helps us continue this important work that respects and uplifts farmed animals, humans, and the planet. We look forward to what we can accomplish together in 2023. Thank you.

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Roo, Seneca, and Bae hens with Hansel Rooster at Farm Sanctuary

June B. Free and Susan cows eating hay at Sanctuary

June B. Free & Susan

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In June 2021, 40 cows escaped a slaughterhouse and ran for their lives. Most were rounded up and returned to slaughter—but two lucky survivors were released to Farm Sanctuary.

Jenny

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Jenny pressed her snout against the walls of her crate. She was trapped, in the heat, alongside a busy road. Cars whirred past. Finally, someone stopped to take a closer look.

Elli

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The slaughterhouse workers called her “95.” They had painted that number on her side, marking her for death. But the sheep we now call Elli had other plans.

Tilly

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Tilly was born with a cross beak and needs specialized care to eat and survive—something she wouldn’t get on a factory farm. Ironically, this saved her life.

Rad, Dobie, Milo, and Macka ducks explore the grass at Sanctuary

Macka, Milo, Dobie, & Rad

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A case of “fowl play” landed four ducklings in jail. Macka, Milo, Dobie, and Rad were abandoned in the cold by a prison dumpster. Without help, they wouldn’t live to spring.

Tutu

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It’s been said that art imitates life—but in the case of Tutu turkey, art saved a couple of lives as well.

Hans

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Hans was found wandering the streets on his own, likely after escaping slaughter. He was far from the comforts of a warm, clean barn and protection from his herd—but he was alive.

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Sheep pasture landscape at Farm Sanctuary

Watkins Glen, NY

Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of upstate New York, the rolling green pastures of Farm Sanctuary’s 275-acre New York Sanctuary are home to more than 800 rescued farm animals.

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Los Angeles, CA

Our 26-acre Southern California Sanctuary — home to approximately 100 rescued farm animals — is located on a beautiful hacienda ranch in Acton, just 45 minutes from Hollywood.

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Sanctuary Happenings

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Historic Supreme Court Victory!

California’s Proposition 12, enacted in 2018, protects pregnant mother pigs from extreme confinement. It also bans the use of veal crates (for calves), battery cages (for egg-laying hens), and prohibits the sale of products from such inhumane systems in the state of California.

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Pignic at Farm Sanctuary

Meet us in the pasture at our Watkins Glen, New York sanctuary on July 1, 2023, for a festive celebration honoring our collective freedom. Pignic guests will enjoy a vegan picnic, live music, open sanctuary time, face painting, kids’ activities, and more!

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GoMacro x Farm Sanctuary

Throughout the month of May, GoMacro will donate 10% of the net proceeds from its vegan Peanut Butter “Give Back” bar in support of Farm Sanctuary!

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Tune Into the Sheep Barn Cam

Visit with our rescued residents from the comfort of your own home through our live cams on Explore.org.

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Shift the Farm Bill

Sign on to our call for a Farm Bill that works for everyone – animals, people, and the planet. Ask your elected officials to support the 2023 Food and Farm Act today!

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On Sale: Vegan Chocolates!

Visit our shop for clothing, drinkware, home goods, treats and more items that support our mission. Now on sale: delicious, ethically sourced vegan chocolates!

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