At a Glance
- Austin foundation matches $10,000 donation to APA!, doubling it to $20,000.
- The $20,000 could cover shelter and care for hundreds of dogs and cats or save eight critically-injured animals.
- The Live Like MB Foundation, created by parents of 8-year-old Mary Barrett Stevens who died in the July 4 flood at Camp Mystic, is behind the match.
- Why it matters: The donation supports animal welfare and honors a beloved child’s legacy.
A local foundation has agreed to match a $10,000 donation to Austin Pets Alive! (APA!), raising the total to $20,000. The move, announced Monday, will help shelter and care for hundreds of dogs and cats or save eight critically injured animals. It also honors the memory of Mary Barrett Stevens, an 8-year-old camper who lost her life in the July 4 flood at Camp Mystic.
Donation Details
The Live Like MB Foundation, established by Mary Barrett Stevens’ parents, will match every dollar donated to APA! up to $10,000. When the goal is met, the nonprofit will receive $20,000, which could provide shelter and care for hundreds of animals or save eight critically injured ones. This matching pledge doubles the impact of every donation and strengthens APA!’s ability to serve the community.
| Donation | Match | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $10,000 | $20,000 |
This matching pledge doubles the impact of every donation and strengthens APA!’s ability to serve the community.
Legacy of Mary Barrett Stevens
Mary Barrett, known as MB, had a lifelong love for animals, a passion she shared with her family dog Pete. Her parents created the Live Like MB Foundation to carry on her love for animals and support animal welfare.
> “deeply honored to be part of MB’s legacy.”
CEO Ellen Jefferson said:
> “We’re so grateful to lift up her memory and love dogs with all our hearts.”
Key Takeaways
- Live Like MB Foundation matches donations up to $10,000, doubling contributions to APA! to $20,000.
- The $20,000 can provide shelter and care for hundreds of dogs and cats or save eight critically injured animals.
- The initiative honors the memory of Mary Barrett Stevens, an 8-year-old camper who died in the July 4 flood at Camp Mystic.
The matching donation not only amplifies community support for APA! but also keeps Mary Barrett Stevens’ passion for animals alive in Austin.
