The outbreak of Covid-19 has affected us all, and here at Votch we are acutely aware of the danger so many small charities are in with the resulting loss in funding over the coming months.

So with that in mind, we are delighted to be partnering up with Animals in Need, a grass roots animal charity based in the middle of the UK.

AIN is a vegan owned and run rescue organisation with a fully equipped animal ambulance, boat and trailer to aid them as they attend both domestic and wild animal rescues. Receiving no grants or government funding they rely on the generosity of volunteers and supporters. They are a no kill animal shelter with over 500 animals that rely on them daily.

On top of taking in unwanted animals, including many stray dogs which would otherwise be euthanised, they also have an on site surgical suite where their incredible team of volunteer vets treat sick and wounded animals before rehabilitating them so they can be released or re-homed. They are currently supporting over 500 animals.

You can see more about their amazing work here - and once lockdown is over, even visit their vegan cafe and meet the animals for yourself.