Iām reaching out to share an urgent opportunity to change the life of one of our residents
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Dear Friends,
I’m reaching out to share a very special and urgent opportunity to change the life of one of our rescued sanctuary residents—Opal.
Opal is a 6-7 year-old female tri-color lemur who came to us through a wildlife trafficking case, where she had previously been used as a breeder. When she arrived, she was blind due to cataracts in both eyes. Despite this, she has shown incredible resilience and trust, adapting to her environment in ways that are both inspiring and heartbreaking.
We now have an opportunity that has never been documented before.
A veterinary ophthalmologist at Fetch Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centers in Brandon, Florida, is willing to perform cataract surgery on Opal. While this procedure is common in humans and some animals, it has not been recorded in a ruffed lemur. If successful, Opal will not only regain her sight—she will make history.
To move forward, we must raise $11,000, which includes:
$7,500 for the surgery
$1,500 to create a safe recovery space (she cannot heal in her current enclosure)
$2,000 for follow-up medical care
This is more than a procedure—it’s a chance to give Opal the ability to see, to navigate her world with confidence, and to experience life in a completely new way.
As someone who has supported our mission before, you understand the depth of care and commitment that goes into every rescue. Today, we are asking if you would consider being part of this extraordinary moment for Opal. Any contribution, large or small, brings us closer to making this possible. If you feel moved to help, please reply to this email or donate here:
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