BRAWA is proud to announce it received a grant from the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels (HOKC) to contribute to the purchase of a new animal transport van. The van will help BRAWA transport homeless animals from our community to our rescue partners who find homes outside of Kentucky. BRAWA is thankful to the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels for supporting our mission of finding homes for deserving homeless animals in our community.

HOKC awarded $3.1 million in grants supporting 343 non-profits, impacting more than 3.8 million Kentuckians. Grants are made possible through donations from Kentucky Colonels from throughout the Commonwealth and around the world who chose to exercise the honor of being named a Kentucky Colonel in a meaningful way.

According to Commanding General Gary Boschert: “2022/2023 was another generous year for Colonels. We were able to award another $3.1 million dollars to 343 non-profits this year that helps them support over 3.8 million Kentuckians. Kentucky Colonels generosity is heartfelt and well spent on worthy agencies across the Commonwealth. Our also long-term efforts in both western and eastern Kentucky are ongoing with funds remaining for each effort. We work with other agencies to ensure Kentucky Colonels money is spent wisely and deliver goods and products needed for the rebuild.” About the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels is a 501(c) (3) entity dedicated to supporting charitable activities throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The organization is governed by an all-volunteer Board of Trustees. The “Kentucky Colonel” commission is an honorary title granted by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Since 1951, the organization has pursued its mission through annual grants totaling $63 million to more than 1,700 nonprofits. Of those Colonels’ contributions, Each grant is thoroughly vetted by the trustees and staff.

Though the corporate name is The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, most know it by its long-term trademark, KENTUCKY COLONELS. Visit kycolonels.org to learn more.


Is your pet missing or lost?

BRAWA and our partnership with the Petco Love Lost program helps reunite families with their missing or lost companions. Click here to get started.


A BIG “shout out” to Kentucky Colonels for the generous grant that will allow us to purchase the

Flood Barrier Door Dam System which will help keep the water out in the event of a future flood.

Keeping the animals safe is our number one priority.



So many are shopping on Amazon these days. Please list BRAWA – Barren River Animal Welfare Association as your charity of choice, so the animals at BRAWA can receive the benefit from the purchases you make every day. Want to make a much appreciated donation to the shelter, click the link below to see the items we use daily to help us care for the animals.

Thank you for your support!




https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/


“GUARANTEED (Even if Chewed) means we will replace any Lupine brand dog collars, leashes or pet gear that has been accidentally damaged during normal pet-related activities, even chewing!”