Operation: Year 20 & Beyond!
Help MARS keep saying yes – with the support to
back it up.
For 20 years, MARS has been here when animals had nowhere else to go. Too often, animals reach us when the situation is already urgent.
Your gift helps us be ready before the next emergency - and strong behind every yes.
Roz survived parvo because a community showed up with foster care, medical care, and donor support. You made her second chance possible.
Goal: $200,000 by September 30
$10,000 for every year MARS has been saying yes
Rescue takes more than the rescue moment.
Too often, animals come to MARS when the situation is already urgent:
A shelter is full.
A medical need has escalated.
A family is overwhelmed.
Time has simply run out.
Saying yes is only the beginning
Behind every animal we welcome is foster care, veterinary care, time to heal, thoughtful placement, adoption support, and a commitment to stand by them when the path is not simple.
Operation: Year 20 & Beyond!
helps strengthen the support behind that work - so MARS can keep showing up with more than good intentions.
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We need the stability, resources, and care network to back up every yes.
A Personal Message About What Comes Next
Hear from Camille, who has been part of MARS since the beginning, about our impact and the future this campaign can help build.
Your gift strengthens the full road home.
Foster-Based Rescue
Helping pets move from uncertainty into safe, loving foster homes.
Veterinary & Community Care
Helping rescue pets heal while keeping compassionate, accessible care within reach for community pets — including those of veterans and military families.
Long-Stay & Specialty-Care Pets
Supporting animals who need extra time, training, medical care, or patience.
Training & Behavior Support
Supporting both ends of the leash with training, tools, and guidance that help dogs get home — and stay home.
Adoption & Placement Support
Helping pets and families - and helping those matches succeed.
Real animals. Real moments. Real reasons your support matters.
A Special Thank-You for Your Year 20 Gift
Every gift to Operation: Year 20 & Beyond helps MARS keep saying yes-- with the support to back it up.
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To celebrate our 20th year, we're offering a limited number of special experiences and keepsakes to individuals, families and business donors.
$250+
One-of-a-Kind Rescue Art
Receive a one-of-a kind canvas created with the help from a MARS rescue pet, along with a card introducing the artist.
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Available for pick up at MARS while supplies last.
$500+
Meet a MARS Dog or Cat
Spend 20 minutes with a MARS rescue dog or cat at our Brooklyn Park location.
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Perfect for an individual, family or small business team of up to four guests.
$1,000+
Puppy or Kitten Cuddle Session
Enjoy a private 30-minute cuddle session with MARS puppies or kittens when appropriate animals are available.
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Up to six guests may attend. Donors are also welcome to choose any available thank-you option listed above, including rescue-created art or a visit with a MARS dog or cat.
$5000+
Choose Your MARS Experience
Choose any available donor thank-you, including:
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One-of-a-kind rescue art
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A visit with a MARS dog or cat
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A puppy or kitten cuddle session
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A private behind-the-scenes tour of MARS
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A virtual conversation with our team—and, when possible, a rescue pet
Year 20 Champions may also receive optional recognition on our website and campaign materials.
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$10,000+
Year 20 Legacy Partner
Receive a personalized commemorative plaque recognizing your extraordinary support of Operation Year 20& Beyond.
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Legacy Partners may also choose one available MARS Experience.
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Plaques may be personalized with an individual, family, business or memorial name.
Donor thank-yous are optional, limited, and must be arranged in advance. Animal visits and cuddle sessions depend on the health, temperament, comfort, and availability of animals in our care. Experiences take place at MARS on select dates unless otherwise arranged. Group-size and age restrictions may apply. No outside pets may attend.​
After a qualifying gift is received, a member of the MARS team will reach out to discuss available options and scheduling.
Donors may also contact Camille at camille@midwestanimalrescue.org
Prefer to mail a check?
Send to:
Midwest Animal Rescue & Services
PO Box 290073
Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Please note "Year 20 & Beyond" in the memo line so we can attribute it to the campaign.