Marlins Ayudan give dogs and cats at Miami-Dade County Animal Services some quality time and "TLC"
(MIAMI, September 26, 2014) – On Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014, members of Marlins Ayudan, the team's front office community service program, spent the morning socializing with, and helping to care for, the furry Marlins fans at Miami-Dade County Animal Services. The 12 volunteers from Marlins Ayudan could be seen throughout the shelter and the shelter grounds walking, playing with and helping to care for the pets with lots of tender loving care.
''The time the Marlins Ayudan volunteers and all volunteers spend with our homeless pets makes a great difference in the health and well-being of these wonderful animals,'' said Alex Muñoz, Director of Animal Services. ''We are very grateful to the Marlins Ayudan organization for their time and the attention they offer to help us save the lives of shelter pets.''
About Miami-Dade County Animal Services
Every year Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department (Animal Services) provides care and refuge for over 27,000 unwanted dogs and cats. Every day, Animal Services staff and volunteers work diligently to find life-long homes for these abandoned animals by facilitating onsite adoptions, hosting off-site adoption at events and locations throughout the community, and working collaboratively with over 70 rescue organizations who share in our goal of a No Kill Miami-Dade County.
About Marlins Ayudan
Marlins Ayudan (Spanish for ''help'') is the signature outreach initiative of the Miami Marlins. The purpose of Marlins Ayudan is to provide a sustainable corps of volunteers willing and ready to effectuate positive change in the South Florida community. It is the fabric of the Club’s corporate culture and engages every front office employee with schools and charities throughout South Florida. The goal of Marlins Ayudan is to leave a lasting legacy through impactful service activities that tackle the community’s most pressing needs. The three-tier Ayudan methodology consists of organizational service days, team events and individual volunteer opportunities. Since its inception in 2010, Marlins Ayudan has contributed over 24,000 hours of service and established partnerships and traditions of giving that inspire employees to pursue their passions and contribute their time and talents year-round.