On Thursday November 8th Flag Luxury Properties (Anguilla) LLC and Temenos Anguilla Resort and Residences donated US $1000 to the Anguilla Animal Rescue Foundation (AARF) for their education program. Mr. Arnie Hodge, Flag’s Director of Public Relations explained that Flag was approached by AARF’s Education Chairman, Linda Gratton, for a donation to be used to reach out and enlighten the school-age children of Anguilla on proper pet ownership and care.

Presentation of symbollic cheque to AARF members

Teacher Linda plans to visit every school on the island and will, accompanied by 2 assistance dogs, and with the aid of colouring books, photos and age- appropriate information sheets, dispel myths and encourage healthy pet care habits.

Teacher Linda’s purpose in teaching children to be humane is to promote responsibility, kindness and commitment, as well as good citizenship and animal safety.

Mr. Hodge and Ms Dana Schmid, Temenos Golf Club Manager, made the presentation to Teacher Linda and AARF President Chris Carty. Mr. Hodge congratulated AARF on their endeavours in the community over the past 6 years and stated that Flag Luxury Properties Anguilla was happy to assist in the accomplishment of AARF’s goal to make Anguilla a better place for the animals by teaching our children compassion and respect.

- Press Release

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