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Full Circle Farm Sanctuary Becomes First Farm Sanctuary Accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries in Georgia
June 16, 2025 (Warm Springs, GA) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Full Circle Farm Sanctuary as of June 2, 2025. Accreditation signifies that Full Circle Farm Sanctuary (FCFS) meets GFAS’ rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a comprehensive site visit. Accreditation also signifies adherence to standards addressing the sustainability of the organization, ethical principles, finances, staffing, education,…
Peace Ridge Sanctuary Expands Impact with 4 GFAS Accredited Facilities in New England
February 25, 2025 (Freedom, ME) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Northeast Equine Sanctuary and Little River Farm by Peace Ridge Sanctuary and renewed the existing Accreditation for High and Low Meadow Farms on January 21, 2025. Accreditation signifies that Peace Ridge Sanctuary meets GFAS’ rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a comprehensive site visit. Accreditation also signifies…
Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary Accredited by Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
First Wildlife Rehabilitation Facility in Canada to be Approved February 6, 2025 (Rosseau, Ontario, Canada) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary (AVWS) as of January 27, 2025. Accreditation means that AVWS meets the criteria of a true animal sanctuary and is providing humane and responsible care of the animals. To be awarded Accreditation, an organization must meet GFAS’s…
Sanctuary Horses is the First Equine Sanctuary to Become GFAS Accredited in Wyoming
January 28, 2025 (Pinedale, WY) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accreditation status to Sanctuary Horses as of January 25, 2025. Sanctuary Horses achieved GFAS Accreditation, meeting criteria for providing humane and responsible care to equines. With dedication and commitment to demonstrating high levels of professionalism, Sanctuary Horses has achieved GFAS Accreditation. This certification signifies that Sanctuary Horses meets GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed equine care…
Diamonds in the Rough Rescue Achieves GFAS Accreditation
December 16, 2024 (Windsor, VA) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accreditation status to Diamonds in the Rough Rescue as of November 30, 2024. Diamonds in the Rough achieved GFAS Accreditation, meeting criteria for providing humane and responsible care to equines. With dedication and commitment to demonstrating high levels of professionalism, Diamonds in the Rough has achieved GFAS Accreditation. This certification signifies that Diamonds in…
Harmony Farm Sanctuary is Accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
December 12, 2024 (Bend, OR) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Harmony Farm Sanctuary as of October 23, 2024. Accreditation signifies that Harmony Farm Sanctuary meets GFAS’ rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a comprehensive site visit. Accreditation also signifies adherence to standards addressing the sustainability of the organization, ethical principles, finances, staffing, education, outreach, security and safety…