your donations are tax-deductible,  thanks to the generOSITY OF THE  “friends of hermon dog park”,  a 501(c)3 non-profit organization  if you prefer to write a check, please MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO “FRIENDS OF HERMON DOG PARK” (WITH F.A.S.T. REFERENCED IN THE MEMO) & MAIL to: F.A.S.T. 6140 Monterey Rd, Unit 430 Los Angeles, CA 90042 Thanks in advance for your contribution to the Friends of Animals Search & Rescue Team (FAST), an arm of the non-profit organization Friends of Hermon Dog Park. The funds will be used to pay for items such as medical charges (for sick strays), pet food & other supplies for our organization  We are hoping our efforts will help reduce the number of unwanted pets in shelters and LA neighborhoods. For the latest information you can track our group’s status & read our blog. Again, your contributions are greatly appreciated and tax-deductible. A receipt will be mailed to you. http://www.hermondogpark.com/donate.html ------------------------------------ F.A.S.T. is proud to be a part of the Friends of Hermon Dog Park. Here is their official announcement dated 9/17/09: [Friends of Hermon Dog Park, Inc. - a 501(c)3 non-profit organization]. “THE BOARD OF THE FHDP is very excited to announce a much needed. out-of-the-box way that we are able to follow our mission statement regarding humane education. “The Friends of Hermon Dog Park exist to enhance the Hermon Dog Park, keep its environment safe and healthy, teach responsible pet ownership and further humane education, encourage dog training efforts, organize pet adoption events, and help other organizations that provide for the care of animals.” We have joined forces with the brand-new local humane organization, F.A.S.T. or Friends of Animals Search & Rescue Team, helping homeless pets. You can help if you know of any stray cats or dogs by letting F.A.S.T. know the location in Northeast LA. They will visit the site as soon as possible, and then, with the property owner’s permission, will catch, spay/neuter, provide medical attention, and set up a long-term feeding program. “