QUAKERTOWN, PA — At its 12th Annual Tails & Ties Gala on Saturday, April 5, 2025, Last Chance Ranch (LCR) officially launched its 2025 Capital Campaign, “Defining the Future of Last Chance Ranch.” The campaign supports the construction of a state-of-the-art rescue and rehabilitation facility on 44 acres recently purchased in Quakertown.
Executive Director Jackie Burke shared the vision for the new facility, which will include enhanced medical and isolation suites, 24 kennels, expanded equine infrastructure with barn stalls and arenas, and calming, fear-free design features for dogs and cats. The facility also includes multi-use spaces for education and training, as well as ample room for community engagement and future growth.
“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity,” Burke said. “With your support, we can build a permanent home that truly matches the scale and heart of our mission.”
Since its founding, Last Chance Ranch has rescued over 21,000 animals, with 907 adoptions completed in 2024 alone. But the current rented facility has reached its limits, unable to meet the growing needs of animals and the community.
To date, the campaign has already raised more than $500,000, and at Saturday’s gala, LCR was presented with a $250,000 matching gift challenge to help kick off the campaign and drive momentum toward the first $1 million raised. Every dollar donated will be matched, doubling the impact of community support during this critical early phase.
Supporters can get involved in a number of ways, including naming opportunities, bench and brick dedications, and contributions to the Gift of Hope Tree, which will be permanently displayed in the new facility.
To donate or learn more about how to get involved, visit lastchanceranch.org/capital-campaign or call 215-538-2510.