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Our Story
Our Story
Blossom Animal Rescue & Kindness (BARK) was founded to help fill a critical gap in animal welfare throughout Beaufort and Jasper Counties.
Blossom Animal Rescue & Kindness (BARK) was founded to help fill a critical gap in animal welfare throughout Beaufort and Jasper Counties.
While local shelters and animal control officers work hard, limited space and operating hours often leave vulnerable animals without immediate help. BARK exists to bridge that gap by connecting animals with rescue partners, foster homes, veterinary care, and community resources.
While local shelters and animal control officers work hard, limited space and operating hours often leave vulnerable animals without immediate help. BARK exists to bridge that gap by connecting animals with rescue partners, foster homes, veterinary care, and community resources.
We believe every animal deserves the opportunity to be safe, healthy, and loved.
We believe every animal deserves the opportunity to be safe, healthy, and loved.
Meet Our Leadership & Volunteers
Meet Our Leadership & Volunteers
Amy Emde
Founder & Board President
David Harvey
Board Vice President
Sandy Irving
Board Secretary
Sue Schnieder
Store Manager
Margarit
Senior Volunteer
Karen M.
Senior Volunteer
Jake
Volunteer
Victor
Librarian
Blossom
B.A.R.K. Mascot & Inspiration
What Makes BARK Different?
What Makes BARK Different?
❤️ Community-Based Rescue
We connect people, rescues, veterinarians, and foster families.
🏡 Foster First
Whenever possible, animals recover in loving homes instead of kennels.
🛍 Every Purchase Gives Back
Our thrift store funds rescue efforts and animal care.
🤝 Collaboration Over Competition
We believe saving more animals happens when organizations work together.
Mission
Mission
Blossom Animal Rescue & Kindness (BARK) is dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable animals through rescue, foster care, advocacy, education, and community engagement. We work to create a future where every animal has the opportunity to be safe, healthy, and loved.
Vision
Vision
A future where every animal in Beaufort and Jasper Counties has access to timely rescue, compassionate care, and a safe, loving home.
Values
Values
Compassion
Compassion
We treat every animal and every person with kindness, empathy, and respect.
Integrity
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.
Stewardship
Stewardship
We responsibly manage every donation, resource, and opportunity entrusted to us.
Community
Community
We believe lasting change happens when compassionate people come together.
Advocacy
Advocacy
We give a voice to animals in need through education, rescue, and responsible care.
Hope
Hope
We believe every animal deserves the opportunity for a brighter future.
Strategic Pillars
Strategic Pillars
Rescue
Foster
Educate
Advocate
Inspire Community
Build a Permanent Sanctuary
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