Aqua Mania Adventures' Sunset Sail raises $3,000 for local animal welfare foundations

The sunset sail closed off a weeklong effort of finding, fixing and fostering the stray animals of St. Maarten. This joint effort by Four Leave Rover, Animal Defenders, the Animal Welfare Foundation and SXM Paws was an immense success with 287 animals sterilized in 5 days. The $3,000 raised during the sunset sail will support the foundations to continue its efforts of feeding, fostering, adopting and sterilizing cats and dogs. Of the total amount, $675 will be dedicated to purchase petfood at Prime and will be equally divided and donated to the 3 Foundations.

During the sunset sail, between the dancing and amicable chatter, a raffle was hosted to raise additional funds. A number of great local businesses donated to the raffle, including Aqua Mania Adventures, Island 92, Belair Beach Hotel, Rhino Riders, CC1 and Tracy’s Bottles. Special thanks also goes to The Daily Herald for supporting the promotions of the event and the animal welfare foundations with their full page inclusions in the Out ‘N About leading up to the event.

The Animal Welfare Foundation, SXM Paws and Animal Defenders are relying solely on donations, every dollar goes directly to the cause without any expenses for rent or employees, as the foundations are run by volunteers. Donations can be made online, or support in many ways by volunteering time, donating food, toys, cleaning products, and of course sharing news about their successful efforts.

Next year’s event will take place on Saturday March 30^th,  2024 and will again be hosted by Aqua Mania Adventures. Their sunset sails and many other trips are offered year-round. For more information check out www.stmaarten-activities.com.