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We are absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news — Animal Rescue Algarve (ARA) has just been awarded first place in the Worldpackers Global Host Awards!

🏆 ARA WINS 1st PLACE – $5,000 PRIZE

In recognition of our work rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abandoned animals here in the Algarve, Worldpackers has awarded us 1st Place and a prize of $5,000 as part of their $20,000 global host prize fund. This is a tremendous achievement and a powerful testament to the tireless dedication of our volunteers, staff, and supporters.

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What is Worldpackers?

Worldpackers is an international platform that connects charitable, community-based projects with over 20,000 volunteers from around the world. These volunteers can choose to live on-site and support causes they believe in — from environmental projects to humanitarian and animal welfare initiatives — for a minimum of two weeks.

Each year, Worldpackers recognises its most impactful hosts with a Global Host Award, as voted for by thousands of volunteers who have lived and worked with these projects. The awards consider community impact, volunteer experience, organisational dedication, and overall contribution to the cause.

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🐾 ARA: A Home Full of Love

At ARA, we provide a safe haven for abandoned and mistreated animals. Every rescue is treated with compassion, given the care they deserve, and supported through a structured rehabilitation and adoption process. With the invaluable help of our local and international volunteers, we work every single day to change lives — both animal and human.

Being recognised as the top host in the world is not just a proud moment for our team — it’s validation of our mission, our values, and the love we give to every animal in our care.

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✨ What This Award Means for ARA

• ✅ Greater global visibility
• ✅ Enhanced credibility in our ongoing animal welfare campaigns
• ✅ A meaningful boost in resources with the $5,000 prize
• ✅ Stronger connections with future volunteers and partners

This award belongs to every single person who has supported ARA, from cleaning kennels and walking dogs, to sharing our posts and donating food. We share this moment with you.

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💬 A Message from the Team

“To be recognised globally by an organisation like Worldpackers is a huge honour. It reaffirms the strength of our community, our volunteers, and our vision of a world where every animal is treated with dignity and care.”
— The ARA Team

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🙌 Join Our Mission

Would you like to join our volunteer family? Whether you’re local or travelling from abroad, visit ARA on Worldpackers or contact us directly to learn how you can help.

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📣 Please Help Us Spread the Word

If you love animals and believe in what we do, please share this fantastic news with your friends and family. Every bit of awareness helps us continue to grow and do even more good in the world.

Together, we can make the Algarve — and the world — a better place for animals.

 

We depend on people´s kindness/generosity to save the animals we rescued. With a monthly donation as little as €2 per month, we can make a lasting impact on their lives.

To help make a regular donation:

IBAN: PT50-0033-0000-45526891995-05

 

Autor: Mark McLoughlin

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