Dear Friends,
It seems like yesterday. There were 49 commercial dog tracks in the US and nearly 200 across the globe.
But in the year 2000, the first citizen’s initiative to end the cruelty of dog racing was launched. Our original “Grey2k Committee of Massachusetts” consisted of a group of determined volunteers who had the courage to challenge two politically connected track owners. We faced threats and harassment. Four of us were even sued for $10 million in an attempt to shut us down.
Worst of all, we were outspent 5-1 by our wealthy opponents and lost by a margin of 51% to 49% on the statewide ballot. Then, on February 7, 2001, just weeks after this upsetting election, Carey Theil and I formed greyhound protection group GREY2K USA.
During our early years, we worked to educate the public about the need to end dog racing and then finally, real change began to happen. Our bills passed all across the country, dozens of tracks closed in New England, the Pacific Northwest and the Southwest. And today, on our 19th anniversary, we are still working hard to take down the last five American tracks – while also opening up new campaigns with our allies in Ireland, Great Britain and Australia.
On this special campaign anniversary, we urge you to show your support for our mission to save dogs by donating $19 or more today. Even better, when you sign up as a monthly donor of $50 or more, you can choose to receive one of our new Greyhound Freedom wristwatches, too!
This lifesaving work can only continue with your help. Together, we will conquer the cruelty of dog racing and keep saving hounds around the world!
Christine A. Dorchak, Esq.
President
GREY2K USA Worldwide
P.S. While supplies last, you can also buy one of our Greyhound Freedom wall calendars for just $19. Each features the history of our fight to end dog racing, month by month and year by year since 2001. Plus, adopters from around the world provided the stunning pictures that make this calendar a real keepsake!
Save greyhounds by visiting smile.amazon.com and selecting the GREY2K USA Education Fund as the charity you support.
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For more information please contact 781-488-3526 or visit GREY2KUSA.org.
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