SAVING
ANIMAL VICTIMS
Working to End
Animal Cruelty
Caring for abused and severely neglected animals through medical care, advocacy, and education.
ANIMAL RESCUES ONLY: RESCUE@THEARROWFUND.ORG
The Arrow Fund
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes animal victims of extreme torture, abuse, or neglect. We also educate, raise awareness, and advocate for the humane treatment of animals.
Our Vision
Healing abused and severely neglected animals through medical care, advocacy, and education-The Arrow Fund Mission Statement.
The Arrow Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides veterinary treatment, fostering, and rehoming of animals who have been victims of extreme torture, abuse, or neglect. We also educate the public regarding the ongoing problem of animal cruelty and the link between animal abuse and human violence and advocate strengthening our local, state, and national animal welfare laws.
When The Arrow Fund is contacted, and the case meets our criteria, we take legal possession of the animal and transport them to a veterinary facility for treatment. Following treatment, the animal recovers in a foster home; they can acclimate to living indoors and be assessed/retrained in preparation for adoption into a permanent home.
Stay Involved
There’s always something going on at The Arrow Fund! Whether it’s through outreach at a music festival, an important deadline related to changing legislation, or a fundraising event, we love the opportunity to meet and interact with the community.
The Arrow Fund
Caring for abused and severely neglected animals through medical care, advocacy, and education.
A Message from Mama Heavens 🐾
"I think I can finally breathe now. 🌸
It’s been about a week since I arrived at my foster home with The Arrow Fund, and I have to tell you—I never knew life could be this kind.
Not long ago, I was lost in the Leslie County wilderness in the freezing cold. I had 9 babies to protect, even though I was starving. It was a nightmare I don’t like to remember. I lost three of my sweet pups to the elements, and my poor baby, Betsy, even lost her leg to a cruel trap. 💔
But they call me 'Heavens' for a reason. ☁️
We were rescued. We were seen. We were loved. Today, I am happy to report that all my surviving babies are safe. Three are with a partner rescue, one is already in a forever home, and Betsy, my other puppy, Howdy, and I are here in Louisville getting the royal treatment.
The Update:
• Health: I’m currently on a special feeding program to get my strength back (I was skin and bones!).
• Status: After one more vet check in two weeks, I’ll be officially ready for my forever home!
• The Kids: Betsy and Howdy are officially ready for adoption RIGHT NOW.
We are looking for homes where the sunbeams are plentiful, the scratches are endless, and the love is forever. We want to forget the woods and remember only the kindness of humans.
Can you help us find our ‘happily ever after’?”
✨ Apply to adopt me or my babies here: thearrowfund.org/our-animals/adoptable-animals/
#TheArrowFund #MamaHeavens #AdoptDontShop #FosterSavesLives #DogRescue
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Thank you to the Humane Action Team from Assumption High School for inviting The Arrow Fund to be a part of your FURever Friends Adoption event this past weekend!
Our adoptable rescues Kali and Lawrence got to meet many wonderful people, and they ADORED the students who loved on them throughout the event!
🩷 Kali’s amazing foster mom has loved this formerly abandoned and emaciated sweetheart back to life! Annamaria said sometimes Kali looks up at her with such gratitude from the comfort of a warm doggie bed that it melts her heart.
Kali has been gaining weight at a healthy and slow pace, and her bloodwork came back great, so this gentle girl is ready to be adopted into a home where she will be comforted, fed good food, and cared for by a person or family she can love as her very own.
💜 Lawrence, who was previously shot by a person who actually killed the other dog beside him, is a sweet young boy who showed gentleness around his senior, Kali, and gave loving affection and body hugs to the students and people who met him. He was happy to be there and is a social butterfly!
Please apply for Kali or Lawrence and give them the life they’ve only dreamed of:
new.shelterluv.com/form/other/TAF/133657-animal-adoption-for-the-arrow-fund
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No kidding… TAF is taking over NuLu! 🐐🚫🐕
We’re trading the "Bock" for the "Bark" this Saturday! Come hang out with The Arrow Fund crew at NuLu Bock Fest. We’ll be at Booth 200 with the best kind of festival buddies—our precious adoptables!
While you’re watching the goat races, swing by to grab:
✨ Pet magnets (to celebrate your best friend)
✨ Dog treat "cigars" (for the pup who wants to celebrate in style)
Every cent goes directly to our life-saving mission.
Come for the beer; stay for the ear scratches!
The deets: 📍 NuLu Bock Fest--Market St., Louisville, Ky. | Booth 200
(TAF will be at S.Campbell St. & E.Jefferson St.)
📅 March 28th | 12 – 6 PM
#TheArrowFund #NuLuBockFest #BockAndBark #AdoptDontShop
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Sparrow’s journey started in the shadows. He arrived at The Arrow Fund hungry, frail, and suffering from a severe eye injury that ultimately required surgery. But throughout his healing, Sparrow never lost his spirit, he was just waiting for the right heart to find him.
That wait is finally over. Sparrow has officially found his forever home with a wonderful mother and daughter! They were looking for a “third musketeer” to join their two young cats, and for them, it was love at first sight. Sparrow didn't just find a home; he found a family and two new best friends to grow up with. We have no doubt that he will be cherished for the rest of his life.
--Shelia Joneleit, TAF Exec. Dir.
#TheArrowFund #SuccessStory #AdoptDontShop
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"The 'Working Animals' Bill (SB 45): This is a deeply concerning piece of legislation. It uses an incredibly broad definition of 'working animals' to exempt them from local cruelty laws and community inspections.
"Last week, SB 45 was not on the House AG Committee Agenda because the committee lacked the votes. Jeff Callaway at Ethan Almighty says we need to rally the troops this week, though, to come to the committee hearing and voice our concerns.
"If you cannot attend, contact your house representative tomorrow and keep those calls and emails coming because it does make a difference!
"Contact your own House Representative and ask them to VOTE NO if the bill ever reaches the floor."
--Shelia Joneleit, TAF Exec. Dir.
Find your Legislator here: apps.legislature.ky.gov/findyourlegislator/findyourlegislator.html
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