It takes all kinds of kinds

I'm an introvert. You probably wouldn't guess that by the fact that I head an organization, co-manage a very active Facebook page, write a blog, have a marketing speech up my sleeve, communicate with multiple vets and rescuers across the world every day, and work in nonprofit/ social service management for a living. But the fact is, in my private life I have a great appreciation for the quiet moments and alone time that I can sprinkle throughout my busy day. Which is what us introverts are all about.

It takes all kinds of personalities and interests to make a difference for animals in need. A bubbly, full of energy person would probably love face-to-face fundraisers and would jump on every opportunity to talk about his/ her favorite rescue. Do you love hands-on work? You can help with direct animal care. Have an artistic talent? Volunteer your skills to help a rescue group update the graphics on their website or the materials they use to promote their services. Super creative engineering thinking is your thing? Maybe you can come up with an even cheaper new design for warm shelter units for street kitties or dogs in your community or an improvement on the traps used for mass trap-neuter-release campaigns.

A hectic personal life doesn't have to be a deterrent from becoming involved in rescue either. In today's world, there are many rescue-related projects that are completed digitally and can be done at any time of day. It takes only a moment to share the story of an animal in need via your Facebook or Twitter account. Just a click or two to vote for a rescuer that is competing for a cash or other prize that would benefit animals.

We all can do something to help animal rescue and welfare. And if every one of us contributed a modest amount of our time every week, just imagine how big of a difference we can collectively make! So do something in support of animal rescue right now. Your time and talent will be helping save lives!