ABOUT OHIO HOUSE RABBIT RESCUEHistory
Ohio House Rabbit Rescue (OHRR) was founded in August 2009 through the efforts of long-time rabbit owner Beverly May. Over the years, May had rescued nine domestic rabbits that she kept as pets. Recognizing that other abandoned rabbits may not be so lucky, May established OHRR in an effort to create a solution to this animal welfare issue in the community. Each year in Central Ohio, approximately 900 unwanted pet rabbits are offered for surrender to animal shelters and rescues that are already at full capacity or do not have the means to care for the them. Many unwanted rabbits are released outdoors which is a death sentence for a pet rabbit. OHRR seeks a better alternative with the Ohio House Rabbit Rescue Center: A rescue, education, and adoption facility. OHRR is comprised of a Board of Directors, an Executive Director, Director of Market and Development and a diverse Planning Team. All are working to establish the Ohio House Rabbit Rescue Center. Two of the Planning Team members have extensive experience in establishing and running a successful not-for-profit organization. Other Planning Team members have backgrounds in marketing, communications, development, corporate strategic planning, education, animal sciences, interpretive work, event planning and journalism. OHRR is funded through donations, memberships, grants, special events, and partnerships with businesses and organizations. OHRR does not receive government funds. |
Mission
The mission of Ohio House Rabbit Rescue is to operate the Ohio House Rabbit Rescue Center, rescue abandoned pet rabbits, offer a robust adoption program, and provide educational resources and programming on the proper care of rabbits as indoor companions. |
Major Goals
1. Host and Sponsor of the Annual Midwest BunFest in Columbus, Ohio - a multi-state educational exposition and fundraiser.
2. Begin a Capital Campaign to build the Ohio House Rabbit Rescue Center: A rescue, education, and adoption facility in Columbus, Ohio.
3. Build both our membership and volunteer base through community outreach and special events.
4. Obtain grants, corporate funding, and individual contributions to support educational programs, build capacity, and begin the Capital Campaign.
5. Build relationships and collaborations with other animal rescue organizations, local businesses and corporations.
6. Develop educational resources and programming on the proper care of rabbits as indoor companions.
1. Host and Sponsor of the Annual Midwest BunFest in Columbus, Ohio - a multi-state educational exposition and fundraiser.
2. Begin a Capital Campaign to build the Ohio House Rabbit Rescue Center: A rescue, education, and adoption facility in Columbus, Ohio.
3. Build both our membership and volunteer base through community outreach and special events.
4. Obtain grants, corporate funding, and individual contributions to support educational programs, build capacity, and begin the Capital Campaign.
5. Build relationships and collaborations with other animal rescue organizations, local businesses and corporations.
6. Develop educational resources and programming on the proper care of rabbits as indoor companions.
OHRR Volunteers and Planning Team Members
