A Forever Home Rescue Foundation
Finding forever homes for dogs in need
Panels for Puppies
AFH is partnering with City Renewables to save dogs and the environment! Jake and Rebecca from City Renewables are AFH adopters and wanted to give back to the group who rescued her For every solar project, AFH will receive at least $500! City Renewables is dedicated to educating and guiding the community to understand how residential solar works. This means that they won’t move forward with a project unless it saves the client money and the client understands exactly how it works!
Here are the incentives that City Renewables uses to save you money with no upfront costs:
SRECs (Solar Renewable Energy Credits): In Virginia, Maryland, several other states, and the District of Columbia, you get PAID per 1000 kWh you produce with solar. SRECs are the most powerful incentive to save homeowners money on electricity. You actually get paid just for having solar!
26% Federal Tax Credit: The federal government gives a 26% tax credit to anyone that transitions to solar. If your system costs $20,000, you’ll be paying $5,200 less in taxes – not to mention you can wrap a new roof into that 26% credit!
Net Metering: Most utility companies in Virginia, Maryland, a few other states, and the District of Columbia offer full 1:1 Net Metering. This means that when you over produce electricity, you get a credit. This credit is worth the same as the electricity you would buy from your utility company (1:1). This addresses the concerns for having power in the colder months when there is snow. These credits can be used all year round! At the end of the year, you get paid for the remaining credits. Net metering replaces the need for a battery!
To schedule a free educational consultation that includes a design and analysis of your potential solar project, use this link: https://calendly.com/rhollis-/puppies-and-panels
. This fundraiser will run from March 15th to May 31st. A solar contract must be signed with City Renewables using the code “puppypanels” for you to take part in the fundraising efforts.
You Did It! Time to Shop for a New Van!
This evening we reached our goal of $50,000 to buy a new transport van thanks to Jennifer S who sent us the last $6,000. We are so grateful to everyone who donated to this purpose. Now it is time to start shopping! We will update you all once we get our new van.
Thank you for your ongoing support!
Beloved Peaches (Allie)
Hello Maribel, Just a quick note to let you know our beloved Peaches passed away last Thursday Feb 24. She was with us for 13.5 wonderful years. While we are presently heart-broken, we have so many wonderful memories of her during the short time she was with us to get us through her passing. Thank you so much for letting her join us!
Gary & Linda
Maggie Moo (Sassy Britches) – Missed Terribly
I was the lucky one to adopt “sassy britches” from your organization 11 years ago. I should have known I was in for a wild time with this pup. I changed her name to Maggie Moo (see the resemblance in the photo) but always thought her original name captured her personality. To the people that were lucky enough to call her a buddy she was the sweetest dog who had a whole body tail wag that could practically knock you over. Some dogs have a smile and hers was one of the biggest. It would always brighten the day. She just wanted to be around us – whether it was a long hike or lazy afternoon. She will be missed terribly. Thanks to the organization that connected me to such a companion.
Dottie
Hi Andi, I hope you had very happy holidays! I thought you might be wondering about Dottie abs just wanted to let you know she has settled in so well. She’s gotten comfortable in the house/yard, and is so gentle with our kids and senior dog. We are so happy we found her! Sharing a few pictures of her cuddling and enjoying the snow!
Take care! Becca
Toby (Butterscotch) – Forever In My Heart
Hi, I just wanted to thank you all. My dog was with me 11 years and cannot imagine all these years with out him. We had some great experiences together. He was my best friend and truly has had a forever home in my heart thank you. Javier
Winner Announced: Eastern Shore Raffle
The winner of the five-night stay is Monica S. We’ll be reaching out by email. Congratulations!
Thanks to all who supported our rescue!
Ash (Bejamin) – Will Be Missed Forever
On a beautiful sunny spring afternoon in 2008, I met Ash for the first time. He was so shy and quiet, and I fell in love with him immediately. I grew up with dogs, and had always wanted one since I had moved out on my own. My oldest daughter, Lily, was born Oct of 2007, and I wanted her to experience growing up with a dog. Together Ash and Lily grew, until my youngest daughter, Abigail, was born Feb of 2011. He was immediately just as protective of her, as he was Lily. He always stayed by their side, keeping an ever vigilant watch of them both. He was always there to play with them, or to cuddle on the couch. He was always there to lick their tears, or great them enthusiastically whenever they came home.
Dolly – Miss Thomas in Her Furever Home!
Miss Thomas.. now, Dolly 💜 was adopted yesterday! She is adjusting well & did great her first night in her furever home!! We love her!
Trevor – Reaching Higher Than Ever
Dear AFH: We just had to share with our friends at AFH. Trevor (formerly “Baxter” adopted 2014 from AFH) earned a 2021 national ranking in obedience competition in the Companion Dog Sports Program (CDSP). He is ranked #12 in Open A class in the country! He is nearing 8 years of age and with patience and consistency early in his life, has overcome his reactivity and anxiety to become a wonderful dog and my best friend. He has gone farther than anyone could have dreamt and we are so proud of him. Thanks for letting us share our good news!
Yours, Diana Hong & Trevor