Farm of the Free Animal Sanctuary
Creating a space where every being feels safe to be exactly who they are
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🔧 Building a Better Sanctuary, Together
At Farm of the Free Animal Sanctuary, we’re creating a safe, enriching, and sustainable home for every resident. These eight capital improvement projects strengthen daily operations, improve animal comfort, and make the sanctuary more welcoming for visitors.
Each project has a fundraising goal and a materials wish list, so whether you’d like to sponsor a bag of concrete, a set of shade sails, or an engraved brick, your support helps us continue building a space where every being feels safe to be exactly who they are.
It takes a passionate community to run a nonprofit animal sanctuary.
☀️ Sun Shades — $2,568
Give our residents a break from the Georgia heat.
Eight new shade structures will keep our cows and pigs safe, cool, and comfortable during the hottest months. In 2024, Waylon overheated and needed emergency care. This project ensures that never happens again.
Why It Matters
By adding shade sails in high-traffic pastures, we’ll reduce heat stress, prevent sunburn, and give animals more comfortable places to rest. The cows will gain an extra shaded loafing area near the front pasture, and our pigs will have consistent cover for protection from direct sun.
Impact: Comfort and safety for every resident in our hottest pastures.
Estimated Cost:
Materials – $2,328
Contingency – $240
Total – $2,568
Materials Wish List
If you’d like to donate supplies instead of funds, here’s what we need most:
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8 rectangular or triangular shade sails (UV-resistant, neutral colors)
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24 10-ft steel or galvanized pipes
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32 turnbuckles and 32 hook fittings for tensioning
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24 pipe floor flanges and caps
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24 bags fast-setting concrete mix
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Heavy-duty bolts and washers for hardware connections
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Sponsor a full shade for $50 → Campaign Page
🔨 Donate Materials: Email info@farmofthefree.org to coordinate a drop-off.
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📚 Educational Signage — $1,064
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Turn our fence line into an outdoor classroom.
Seventeen educational signs will transform our walking paths into an experience of learning and connection. Each sign will highlight a resident species, sharing their story and natural behaviors in a way that deepens empathy and understanding.
Why It Matters
These signs will give visitors a guided learning experience, helping them see farm animals as individuals and ambassadors for their species. Mounted on existing T-posts, the signs will be easy to update and built to withstand Georgia’s weather.
Impact: Engaging, accessible education for every visitor.
Estimated Cost:
Materials – $964
Contingency – $100
Total – $1,064
Materials Wish List
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17 aluminum signs (18”×24”)
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8 packs of T-post brackets
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17 sets of bolts and washers
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Graphic design or printing services
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Sponsor a sign for $50 → Campaign Page
🔨 Donate Materials: Email info@farmofthefree.org
to coordinate a drop-off.
🪵 Fence Upgrade — $1,786
Replacing temporary fencing with long-term strength.
Some of our goat and sheep areas are enclosed with temporary panels, and years later, those makeshift fences have become permanent. This upgrade will replace them with sturdy wooden fencing that matches the look and safety of the rest of the sanctuary.
Why It Matters
Safer fencing means fewer escapes, easier maintenance, and a more cohesive appearance for visitors. By doing the work ourselves, we’ll save costs while creating a secure, professional, and welcoming space for our residents.
Impact: A safer, stronger, more beautiful fence for visitors, goats, and sheep.
Estimated Cost:
Materials – $1,626
Contingency – $160
Total – $1,786
Materials Wish List
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16 treated wood posts (4” round, 6 ft)
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30 treated boards (1×6×8 ft)
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16 bags of fast-setting concrete mix
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2 boxes of 3” exterior deck screws
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Sponsor a fence section for $50 → Campaign Page
🔨 Donate Materials: Email info@farmofthefree.org
to arrange drop-off.
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🏡 Goat & Sheep Shed Insulation — $1,032
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Warmer winters, cooler summers, happier residents.
We’re upgrading the inside of our goat and sheep sheds with insulation and smooth plywood walls. This will improve comfort, reduce temperature swings, and make cleaning safer and easier.
Why It Matters
Insulated walls keep residents warm in winter and cool in summer, while the new interior surfaces prevent waste buildup and moisture damage. This simple project improves long-term health and hygiene for our herd.
Impact: Better year-round comfort and a cleaner living space for goats and sheep.
Estimated Cost:
Materials – $932
Contingency – $100
Total – $1,032
Materials Wish List
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4 rolls of R-13 fiberglass insulation
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28 sheets of ½” plywood
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4 boxes of #8 1¼” wood screws
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Dust masks and safety goggles
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Give $50 toward insulation → Campaign Page
🔨 Donate Materials: Contact info@farmofthefree.org
🪣 Welcome Center Refresh — $545
Restore the heart of our visitor space.
Our Welcome Center is where every tour begins and every community meal is shared. The concrete floor has worn down from years of pawprints and volunteer traffic. This refresh will restore its clean, professional appearance.
Why It Matters
A polished, durable floor makes the space inviting and easier to maintain during events. We’ll repaint, re-prime, and update baseboards to resist Georgia’s famous red clay.
Impact: A bright, welcoming space for events, potlucks, and community gatherings.
Estimated Cost:
Materials – $505
Contingency – $40
Total – $545
Materials Wish List
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Concrete primer and porch paint (gray, satin finish)
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Paint rollers and extension poles
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Brushes, trays, and tape
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2 accent chairs or stools
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Give $50 toward paint → Campaign Page
🔨 Donate Materials: Email info@farmofthefree.org
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🚚 Truck Refresh — $496
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Keep our sanctuary truck reliable and professional.
Our truck hauls feed, hay, tools, and event supplies. It’s essential to daily life here. This project replaces worn parts, restores safety features, and gives it a refreshed look that proudly represents Farm of the Free.
Why It Matters
Routine upkeep prevents expensive breakdowns and keeps daily operations running smoothly. A professional exterior also helps us show up well when hauling supplies or attending offsite events.
Impact: Safer transport for animals, supplies, and sanctuary outreach.
Estimated Cost: $496
Materials Wish List
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3 Farm of the Free decals (doors and tailgate)
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Dashboard cover (to stop sun damage)
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Window weatherstrip kit
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Headlight restoration kit
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Trim restoration kits
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Under-seat storage bin
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Sponsor the decals for $50 → Campaign Page
🔨 Donate Materials: Email info@farmofthefree.org
❤️ Red Barn Rehab — $600
Bring our iconic red barn to life.
Our feed and tool shed has weathered years of Georgia sun and rain. A new coat of red paint and small repairs will revive its appearance, extend its life, and tie the property together with the classic red barn look that visitors love.
Why It Matters
This refresh protects wood from moisture, brightens the property, and enhances the sanctuary’s professional appearance, especially for events and tours.
Impact: A more beautiful, longer-lasting barn that matches our logo and values.
Estimated Cost:
Materials – $555
Contingency – $45
Total – $600
Materials Wish List
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5 gallons of exterior red latex paint
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1 gallon of white paint for trim
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2 gallons of exterior primer
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Brushes, rollers, and tape
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Trim boards or siding panels for repairs
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Paintable exterior caulk
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Give $50 toward paint → Campaign Page
🔨 Donate Materials: Email info@farmofthefree.org
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🧱 Brick Pathway Project — $3,302
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Leave a legacy in the Memorial Garden.
This is our oldest ongoing campaign, creating an accessible pathway through the Memorial Garden where we honor residents who have passed. Each engraved brick helps pave the way, literally, toward a more inclusive and beautiful sanctuary.
Why It Matters
The brick walkway will make the garden accessible to all visitors, especially those with mobility challenges. Every engraved brick tells a story of compassion, remembrance, and community.
Impact: Accessibility, beauty, and a lasting tribute to the lives we’ve touched.
Estimated Cost:
Materials – $5,782
Contingency – $300
Total – $6,082
Materials Wish List
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2,350 concrete bricks (4×8)
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37 paver edge restraints
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15 bags of polymeric joint sand
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10 cubic yards of gravel base
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2 cubic yards of sand base
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Rubber mallets, stakes, and string line
How You Can Help
💛 Fund this Project: Buy some gravel for $50 → Campaign Page
🧱 Order yourself a custom engraved brick.
🔨 Donate Materials: Email info@farmofthefree.org