*GIDEON*
I just want to live my life without worries where I can be me without fear of being judged. I want to let go of the past, live the present and dream of the future. I got my second chance at Rikki’s Refuge
You can read more about Gideon here: GIDEON’S STORY
http://rikkisrefuge.blogspot.com/2014/03/good-morning-good-news-march-2-2014.html
DONATION DROP-OFF EVERY SATURDAY AT RIKKI’S REFUGE 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Rikki’s Refuge Educational Center
21410 Constitution Hwy.
Rapidan, VA. 22733
***For this Saturday (July 19, 2014) Rikki’s Refuge really needs WET/DRY CAT FOOD, LARGE HEAVY DUTY TRASH BAGS, AND PAPER TOWELS!***
You may also leave donations for Rikki’s Refuge at Re-Tail in Fredericksburg any time during normal business hours, if this is more convenient for you!
1. Rikki’s on the Web:
https://www.rikkisrefuge.org/
2. Rikki’s on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/RikkisRefuge
3. Rikki’s on Twitter:
@RikkisRefuge
4. Rikki’s Blog:
http://rikkisrefuge.blogspot.com/
5. Rikki’s on Pinterest:
http://www.pinterest.com/RikkisRefuge/
6. Rikki’s on Flickr:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/rikkis_refuge/sets/
7. To make a donation to Rikki’s:
https://www.rikkisrefuge.org/donate
Rikki’s Refuge in Orange County, Virginia, is a 400 acre, no-kill, all species peaceful sanctuary supported solely by donations of kind and loving individuals. The refuge is home to over 1200 animals of over 22 different species, including but not limited to cats, dogs, sheep, goats, rabbits, pigs, emus, chickens, ducks, geese, a chukar, peacocks, and more. It is owned and operated by Life Unlimited of Virginia, Inc. an approved not-for profit Virginia Corporation and IRS tax code 501(c)(3) corporation as determined by the IRS. Federal Tax-ID number 54-1911042. A financial statement is available upon written request from the State Office of Consumer Affairs.
PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK FOR RIKKI’S REFUGE BY JENNIFER T. DONNER
(a portion of each sale goes to Rikki’s Refuge!)
This is the first photography book for the sanctuary and was created to help raise funds to support the continuous care of these remarkable animals. A portion of the proceeds from each book sale will go to fund the ongoing purchases of their food, medicine and medical attention.
You may see a preview of the book, and order your copy here:
http://www.blurb.com/b/
Please VOTE & SHARE for RIKKI’S REFUGE in the Animal Rescue Site SHELTER CHALLENGE every day! Thank you!
Vote here: http://
Every meal for every animal, every day, is provided by donations from YOU, our caring supporters!
https://www.rikkisrefuge.org/donate
THANK YOU!
If you would like to make a donation and send it in the mail instead of making an electronic transaction online, please mail your check or money order to:
Rikki’s Refuge
PO Box 1357
Orange, VA. 22960
It’s grant writing time of the year again! Rikki’s Refuge needs your help! Please leave a review for us here:
http://greatnonprofits.org/reviews/life-unlimited-of-virginia-inc/
Thanks so much!
VEGAN BLACK BEAN SOUP
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 pinch black pepper
4 cups vegetable broth
4 (15 ounce) cans black beans
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion, celery, carrots and garlic for 5 minutes. Season with chili powder, cumin, and black pepper; cook for 1 minute. Stir in vegetable broth, 2 cans of beans, and corn. Bring to a boil.
Meanwhile, in a food processor or blender, process remaining 2 cans beans and tomatoes until smooth. Stir into boiling soup mixture, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Please VOTE & SHARE for RIKKI’S REFUGE in the Animal Rescue Site SHELTER CHALLENGE every day! Thank you!
Vote here: http://
CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR RIKKI’S REFUGE!
“Humans and animals inhabit the planet together and
we have to find a way to take cruelty out of it.”
~~ Tony Benn ~~
Check out our DUDLEY with his peacock feather! MINE MINE!
The Animal Rescue Site launched their summer SHELTER CHALLENGE yesterday, and we sure could use your help! Please vote for us every day! Your votes could help us win a grant to help feed all the animals here at Rikki’s Refuge!
The new Shelter Challenge runs from July 14 through September 21. Please vote and share for Rikki’s Refuge every day, thank you!
Vote here: http://www.shelterchallenge.com/web/charityusa/nomineehome?userId=53331&nomineeId=17448
Rikki’s Refuge is raffling a motorcycle! 
It’s a BEAUTIFUL blue, 2009 Honda Rebel 250. It would make a great starter bike! It has 3,450 miles on it. It was test ridden in the parking lot of our thrift store, Re-Tail, by a motorcycle enthusiast who also happens to be a mechanic. He found nothing wrong with the bike. It runs great! He did note that the exhaust pipes are after market, and are Jardines.
The bike comes with saddle bags and 2 helmets.
Tickets are only $5 each, or 6 for $25. The bike can be seen, and tickets purchased, at Re-Tail Resale Shop, 3503 Lafayette Blvd., Fredericksburg, Va., 22408, during store hours (Monday through Saturday 10:00-6:00, and Sundays Noon – 5:00).
The drawing will be held at 12:00 noon on July 4, 2014. The winner does not need to be present to win.
To see the bike in action, check out the links below!
This one shows that all of the lights work:
The winner of the raffle will be responsible for taxes, tags, registration, and inspection of the motorcycle.
After such a long, cold winter and muddy, rainy start to the year, we are thrilled to be able to get out and about!
Come visit our booth at The 28th Annual Virginia Wine & Craft Festival In Historic Downtown!
The festival gates open on Saturday at 10am with activities and musical entertainment all day until 6 p.m. Come and enjoy tastings from 20 Virginia wineries, food vendors, and artists and crafters from all over the east coast.