Triple A bank balance at 0 – a call to action Costa del Sol community

The Triple A Animal Shelter in Marbella is in desperate need of funding despite recent legal victories. 

After nearly nine years of defending themselves against unfounded allegations of animal cruelty and other charges brought by ex-employees in 2015, the charity was absolved in February by Malaga’s Provincial Court due to an ‘utter lack of evidence.’ Triple A has been financially crippled by the ordeal, and Bettina pietsch, its president, is appealing to the community urgently for support in order to keep it running.

The prolonged case damaged Triple A’s reputation, causing donors to drift away and leaving its accounts ‘at zero.’ Caring for 290 abandoned and mistreated dogs and 320 cats, the shelter faces monthly costs of between €50,000 and €55,000, covering staff wages, food, medication, and external vet bills for emergencies like accident injuries. Even basic items like cat litter and cleaners are in dire need.

Pietsch never stopped insisting that she was innocent and calls on the Costa del Sol to restore its trust. Residents can donate directly or drop off items like pet food, bleach or chicken cooked for sick animals. Virtual adoptions (€10 – €15) offer another way to help fund treatments. With only €100,000 annually from Marbella Council covering just two months, Triple A’s survival is in the balance. Come on Costa del Sol community – this is what you do best! Join us in saving our furry companions.

Triple A’s GoFundMe Page to make a contribution today.