The Compassion Collective is integral to Mercy For Animals’ supporter base, creating a powerful impact for animals through gifts of $1,000 to $25,000 each year. This group of dedicated activists raises funds to support a significant portion of our annual budget. The Compassion Collective is at the core of who we are and why we can do this important work.
could help fund a paid internship that coaches new activists
could support a campaign to get more plant-based options on restaurant menus
could pay a consultant to help an animal farmer transition to growing hemp or mushrooms
could fund a drone investigation
could fund a grant through The People’s Fund
The Compassion Collective fuels our efforts to build power and influence for farmed animals, hold decision-makers accountable for the cruelty they could end, make alternatives to animal products as accessible and popular as possible, and speed the transition from industrial animal agriculture to plant-based foods. This amazing group shares so many of our most significant successes.
Learn about our latest major milestones and other recent progress.
(Warning—graphic images) A Mercy For Animals investigator exposes a cruel practice the meat industry is fighting to hold on to.
Stay current on exciting Mercy For Animals news, and enjoy lifestyle content, mouthwatering plant-based recipes, and exclusive interviews!
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Mercy For Animals, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has repeatedly been ranked one of the world’s most effective animal protection groups by donor-advisory organization Animal Charity Evaluators and has earned Candid’s highest rating for transparency, the platinum seal. We are also accredited by the Better Business Bureau, which confirms that our key practices are trustworthy and our performance standards high.
Knowing that you are critical to speeding the global transition from industrial animal agriculture to a just and sustainable food system
One-to-one chats with our director of leadership giving when your annual gifts total $1,000 or more
Click here to schedule a time to speak with Mikael.
Monthly updates highlighting the impacts made possible by your leadership gifts
Special Compassion Collective discount for the online Mercy For Animals shop
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Exclusive e-newsletter with insider updates, a message from CEO and President Leah Garcés, and a member spotlight
Compassion Collective Connection
Quarterly webinar about the work members make happen and why it is so important
“Supporting programs like Transfarmation through the Compassion Collective is a powerful way to drive change for farmed animals while growing nutritious food in the process.”
—Nick Cutsumpas, author, plant coach, and content creator @farmernick
“I have been an animal lover since I was a child and a supporter of Mercy For Animals for many years. The treatment of farmed animals in this world breaks my heart, but thankfully due to the bravery and hard work of this organization, change is coming.”
—Virginia Kress
“We have supported Mercy For Animals since 2013 for the crucial work they do to expose and alleviate animal suffering on factory farms. We find their campaigns impactful and far-reaching, and they help create awareness that results in cumulative change.”
—Aurora and Dan Doyon
“Nothing is going to change unless more of us make this a priority. We know Mercy For Animals is the best team to combat factory farming. Our role is to make their work possible.”
—Jackie and Jacob Baskin
“I have been an activist since 1975, and working for animals through the Compassion Collective is one of the most effective ways to reduce suffering.”
—Barbara Magin
Mikael has been active in animal protection since 2002 and part of Mercy For Animals since 2006. When he met our founder, Milo Runkle, Mikael was immediately impressed—from the group’s messaging and branding to its organized strategy and effective use of resources. “I truly felt that every hour I donated to Mercy For Animals was an hour put to really good use,” Mikael recalled. He volunteered for six years and has served for the past 11 as a staffer in various programs, including corporate engagement, organizing, and fundraising. Today he oversees the Compassion Collective and spends his days working with supporters to ensure they stay engaged with the organization’s work and mission to end industrial animal agriculture.
Check out Mikael’s bio here. He would love to connect through LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
This year Mikael celebrated a milestone: 11 years as a Mercy For Animals staff member. You can see a bit of that journey and what the next 11 years may hold in this video.
