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Dartcc Disasters are common and volunteer-run emergency pet shelters need support. It began with a series of training sessions. It seemed endless.

EASApp keeps data organized and allows volunteers to focus on pet care, not paperwork. EASApp: an easy-to-learn web/mobile operations platform for shelters when disaster strikes. DART Command Central evolved from team meetings of the Central Vermont Disaster Animal Response Team (CVDART) working to improve our readiness to set up and run an emergency pet shelter on short notice. Volunteers were pr

esented with a handful of documents - intake forms, special instructions forms, medical care forms, forms for items that came with the pet, forms to be filled out when a pet left with its family for the day, forms for feeding and cleaning. There had to be a better way to organize all the needed information into something more manageable than a folder full of papers – and there had to be a better use of volunteers’ time than filling out form after form. That realization led to the launch of DART Command Central. What started as an exercise to learn the paper forms evolved into a laptop-based prototype for the registration process, and then into a detailed method for data management. Two years of monthly CVDART meetings and training sessions as well as full-on simulations of numerous sheltering situations has put this prototype to the test and led to constant revisions and improvements until it matured into a robust system that can be adapted to any type of disaster. DART Command Central is designed to ease the burden and stress of sheltering and will benefit both humans and pets. Our plan is for anyone who helps manage an emergency pet shelter to have free access to the Emergency Shelter Module. We have received grant money from State Farm allowing us to implement the first part of the software development, which will provide users with a system for organizing and operating an Emergency Animal Shelter. The next stage will incorporate more detailed information used during sheltering and allow for more complete documentation between organizations and agencies. The final stage will be to make DART Command Central a mobile app that can be used on phones and tablets even without internet access, making it yet more nimble and user friendly. In March 2022 DART Command Central obtained 501c3 status. This opened the door to many more grant opportunities, as well as making individual donations tax-deductible.

As we wrap up 2024, don't forget to make those year-end charitable donations! Supporting your favorite nonprofits isn't ...
12/30/2024

As we wrap up 2024, don't forget to make those year-end charitable donations! Supporting your favorite nonprofits isn't just good for the community - it can help reduce your tax burden too. Remember that donations must be made by December 31st to count for this tax year.

Support DARTCC and keep EASApp free to volunteers by donating at our JustGiving campaign. Every dollar makes a difference! 💝

Help DARTCC keep EASApp free for disaster shelter volunteers! Your donation ensures volunteers can focus on petcare, not paperwork. Let’s make a lasting impact together—please consider supporting today!

Happy Holidays and a very Merry Christmas to everyone, including our furry family members! From the DARTCC team! 🐾❄️⛄🌲
12/25/2024

Happy Holidays and a very Merry Christmas to everyone, including our furry family members! From the DARTCC team! 🐾❄️⛄🌲

Sending a heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to our Keep EASApp™ Free Campaign this past .If you missed the d...
12/06/2024

Sending a heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to our Keep EASApp™ Free Campaign this past .

If you missed the deadline, it's never too late to donate. Our campaign is also a Year-End Giving Spree to help DARTCC keep EASApp™ free for our hardworking .

Even one small donation goes a long way!

🪙 Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree

this by donating to DARTCC. Our campaign has one simple request: Help keep EASApp™ free to volunteers. 🪙 Donate here...
12/03/2024

this by donating to DARTCC. Our campaign has one simple request: Help keep EASApp™ free to volunteers.

🪙 Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree

And guess what? Even one small donation goes a long way. Here's how far your donation dollars go.

💻 $25: Empowers a Volunteer

Your gift provides one Emergency Animal Shelter App (EASApp™) license to a disaster response volunteer, equipping them with the tools to save animal lives.

🌐 $50: Keeps the App Running

Your support covers essential hosting fees for EASApp™, ensuring it’s ready when disasters strike and volunteers need it most.

📣 $100: Raises Awareness

Your donation spreads the word about EASApp™, helping communities understand the importance of disaster preparedness and the role this tool plays in saving animals.

📚 $250: Trains a Volunteer

So what do you say? Head here to learn more and to donate👇

☔ Just a reminder that is tomorrow!Now -- who's in? And how do you plan to participate? Share in the comments! 🐾
12/03/2024

☔ Just a reminder that is tomorrow!

Now -- who's in? And how do you plan to participate? Share in the comments! 🐾

🌟 This (Dec. 3rd) YOU have the power to make a difference for and animals in need! 🐾

Whether it’s through donating, fundraising, or spreading the word, here are 5 ways you can help keep EASApp FREE TO VOLUNTEERS! ☔

1️⃣ Set Up a Facebook or Instagram Fundraiser
Share why you care and rally your friends and family to join the cause. Every dollar counts!

2️⃣ Launch a Donation Match Challenge
Double the impact by asking your workplace or a generous friend to match donations. Let’s inspire others to give!

3️⃣ Host a Virtual Event
Plan a fun activity like a trivia night, workout class, or cooking demo and ask for donations to join. Bring your community together while helping pets!

4️⃣ Set a Personal Fundraising Goal
Aim high and share your progress throughout the day. Let your passion for the mission inspire others to help you reach your goal.

5️⃣ Pay It Forward
Ask supporters to donate in honor of a loved one or a cherished pet. Share their stories and celebrate their generosity!

✨ No matter how you choose to participate and donate to our campaign, your support helps us save animal lives and prepare for emergencies.

🪙 Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree

11/28/2024

Sending our deepest gratitude and appreciation to everyone who has played a part in supporting our mission here at DARTCC.

We hope your Thanksgiving is filled with love, happiness and warmth from family and friends, humans and pets alike. ♥️

this by donating to DARTCC. Our campaign has one simple request: Help keep EASApp™ free to volunteers. 🪙 Donate here...
11/25/2024

this by donating to DARTCC. Our campaign has one simple request: Help keep EASApp™ free to volunteers.

🪙 Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree

And guess what? Even one small donation goes a long way. Here's how far your donation dollars go.

💻 $25: Empowers a Volunteer

Your gift provides one Emergency Animal Shelter App (EASApp™) license to a disaster response volunteer, equipping them with the tools to save animal lives.

🌐 $50: Keeps the App Running

Your support covers essential hosting fees for EASApp™, ensuring it’s ready when disasters strike and volunteers need it most.

📣 $100: Raises Awareness

Your donation spreads the word about EASApp™, helping communities understand the importance of disaster preparedness and the role this tool plays in saving animals.

📚 $250: Trains a Volunteer

SO WHAT DO YOU SAY? Donate today to keep this revolutionary Emergency Animal Shelter App free for hard-working volunteers!

🌟 This (Dec. 3rd) YOU have the power to make a difference for and animals in need! 🐾Whether it’s through donating,...
11/19/2024

🌟 This (Dec. 3rd) YOU have the power to make a difference for and animals in need! 🐾

Whether it’s through donating, fundraising, or spreading the word, here are 5 ways you can help keep EASApp FREE TO VOLUNTEERS! ☔

1️⃣ Set Up a Facebook or Instagram Fundraiser
Share why you care and rally your friends and family to join the cause. Every dollar counts!

2️⃣ Launch a Donation Match Challenge
Double the impact by asking your workplace or a generous friend to match donations. Let’s inspire others to give!

3️⃣ Host a Virtual Event
Plan a fun activity like a trivia night, workout class, or cooking demo and ask for donations to join. Bring your community together while helping pets!

4️⃣ Set a Personal Fundraising Goal
Aim high and share your progress throughout the day. Let your passion for the mission inspire others to help you reach your goal.

5️⃣ Pay It Forward
Ask supporters to donate in honor of a loved one or a cherished pet. Share their stories and celebrate their generosity!

✨ No matter how you choose to participate and donate to our campaign, your support helps us save animal lives and prepare for emergencies.

🪙 Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree

Hey! So what's everyone's weekend plans? Getting together with family? Taking the pup for a walk?We know life gets busy,...
11/15/2024

Hey! So what's everyone's weekend plans? Getting together with family? Taking the pup for a walk?

We know life gets busy, but it's never too soon to donate (or encourage others to) for (December 3).

Our Emergency Animal Shelter App (EASApp™) is already gaining momentum across the country (there are several disaster animal response teams that are already training on it), and we’re off to a great start.

But DARTCC needs more help!

While DARTCC still needs major sponsors and large-scale funding to enhance the app, this campaign is a simple ask:

Help us raise money to keep EASApp™ FREE! for the hard-working disaster animal shelter teams and volunteers who use it.

❓ You ask: “Okay, so how can I help?” ❓

Great question! Here’s how you can make a real difference:

1️⃣ Donate to support our mission to keep EASApp™ TOTALLY FREE for shelter volunteers. Even if you have $10, $20, or $50 to spare, anything helps! 🪙

2️⃣ Fundraise by sharing our story with friends and family – every conversation counts! -- and ask them to donate as well. Share with friends and colleagues (remember: sponsor matching gift programs) and even dedicate money in someone’s honor (even a cherished pet)! 🤝

3️⃣ Spread the Word – the more people who know, the more we can teach communities about disaster preparedness and keep our pets safe during disasters! Put flyers up in coffee shops, pet shops, vet offices, and more. 🪧🗣️

So what do you say? Help the team here at DARTCC team spread the word about EASApp™.

Together, we can raise funds and save pet lives.

Donate to our campaign here:

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree

Hey! So what's everyone's weekend plans? Getting together with family? Taking the pup for a walk?We know life gets busy,...
11/15/2024

Hey! So what's everyone's weekend plans? Getting together with family? Taking the pup for a walk?

We know life gets busy, but it's never too soon to donate (or encourage others to) for (December 3).

Our Emergency Animal Shelter App (EASApp™) is already gaining momentum across the country (there are several disaster animal response teams that are already training on it), and we’re off to a great start.

But Dartcc needs more help!

While DARTCC still needs major sponsors and large-scale funding to enhance the app, this campaign is a simple ask: Help us raise money to keep EASApp™ FREE! for the hard-working disaster animal shelter teams and volunteers who use it.

❓ You ask: “Okay, so how can I help?” ❓

Great question! Here’s how you can make a real difference:

1️⃣ Donate to support our mission to keep EASApp™ TOTALLY FREE for shelter volunteers. Even if you have $10, $20, or $50 to spare, anything helps! 🪙

2️⃣ Fundraise by sharing our story with friends and family – every conversation counts! -- and ask them to donate as well. Share with friends and colleagues (remember: sponsor matching gift programs) and even dedicate money in someone’s honor (even a cherished pet)! 🤝

3️⃣ Spread the Word – the more people who know, the more we can teach communities about disaster preparedness and keep our pets safe during disasters! Put flyers up in coffee shops, pet shops, vet offices, and more. 🪧🗣️

So what do you say? Help the team here at DARTCC team spread the word about EASApp™.

Together, we can raise funds and save pet lives.

Donate to our JustGiving campaign here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree

Who's ready?? DARTCC's has begun! https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree🐾And sharing our JustGiving campaign p...
11/13/2024

Who's ready?? DARTCC's has begun!

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/easappfree🐾

And sharing our JustGiving campaign page is easy!!! Here are a few ways to raise donations:

⭐ Volunteer for animal shelters? Let your voice be heard that fellow volunteers need this app!

⭐ Advocate for ? Share with a fellow .

⭐ volunteer? Support EASApp's mission in training volunteers.

⭐ and : You got this! Share with neighbors or folks at the dog park or plaster flyers at your local !

GivingTuesday

11/07/2024

🌟 This , DARTCC is not just asking for donations – we’re inviting YOU to be a part of something bigger! 🌟

Here’s how you can make a real difference:

1️⃣ Donate to support our mission to keep EASApp™ TOTALLY FREE for shelter volunteers.

2️⃣ Fundraise by sharing our story with friends and family – every conversation counts! -- and ask them to donate as well.

3️⃣ Spread the Word – the more people who know, the more we can teach communities about disaster preparedness and keep our pets safe during disasters! 🐾

It’s simple: Together, we can raise the funds needed to save more lives. 🙌 Let's make this unforgettable by rallying together for animals in need!

💙 Ready to join the movement? Start your fundraising page today and help us continue our vital work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0OFa-gV4AA

Are you ready for ? It's just a month away! As DARTCC gears up for Giving Tuesday on Dec. 3rd, we’re excited to invite ...
10/31/2024

Are you ready for ? It's just a month away!

As DARTCC gears up for Giving Tuesday on Dec. 3rd, we’re excited to invite YOU to join us in making a real impact! This global day of giving is all about coming together to support causes that change lives, and we can’t do it without you!

☂️ Look out next week for further details on how YOU can help by creating your own Fundraiser page to support DARTCC's JustGiving campaign. 💙

Together, we can do so much more to help our shelter volunteers. Let’s inspire kindness, generosity, and change this Giving Tuesday! 🌍✨

As DARTCC gears up for on Dec. 3rd, we’re excited to invite YOU to join us in making a real impact! This global day of...
10/18/2024

As DARTCC gears up for on Dec. 3rd, we’re excited to invite YOU to join us in making a real impact! This global day of giving is all about coming together to support causes that change lives, and we can’t do it without you!

☂️ Look out next week for details on how YOU can help.💙

Together, we can do so much more. Let’s inspire kindness, generosity, and change this Giving Tuesday! 🌍✨

Always nice to see a heartwarming story come out of such horrible disasters.
10/16/2024

Always nice to see a heartwarming story come out of such horrible disasters.

A Southwest Airlines pilot relocating shelter animals impacted by Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene touched down with a new friend when he adopted a kitten named Avery during a transport

One of the biggest reasons folks hesitate to evacuate? They don't want to leave behind their pets. If you need a pet-fri...
10/08/2024

One of the biggest reasons folks hesitate to evacuate? They don't want to leave behind their pets. If you need a pet-friendly hotel or pet-friendly emergency shelter for the entire family, there are helpful sites like:

https://www.petswelcome.com/hurricane-emergency/near-me

https://www.petswelcome.com/pet-friendly-hotels

Learn more about how to prepare and help pets in natural :

https://bestfriends.org/pet-care-resources/how-help-pets-natural-disasters

If you need to evacuate for , don't forget your pets!

There are pet friendly shelters which you can check the status of at http://FloridaDisaster.org/Shelter-Status.

Bring food, leashes/carriers & anything you need to keep your pet safe & comfortable.

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by . Emergency animal shelter volunteers do what they do because they understand...
09/27/2024

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by .

Emergency animal shelter volunteers do what they do because they understand that pets are family too. And as disasters become more frequent, the need for emergency shelters will too.

Help DARTCC provide these hardworking volunteers with the resources and tools they need to do their job effectively. Support EASApp, an emergency animal shelter app designed to allow volunteers to focus on petcare, not paperwork. It can save lives!

Learn more about EASApp and donate at www.dartcc.org

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Support DARTCC & EASApp this #GivingTuesday
Support DARTCC & EASApp this #GivingTuesday

🌟 This #GivingTuesday, DARTCC is not just asking for donations – we’re inviting YOU to be a part of something bigger! 🌟 Here’s how you can make a real difference: 1️⃣ Donate to support our mission to keep EASApp™ TOTALLY FREE for shelter volunteers. 2️⃣ Fundraise by sharing our story with friends and family – every conversation counts! -- and ask them to donate as well. 3️⃣ Spread the Word – the more people who know, the more we can teach communities about disaster preparedness and keep our pets safe during disasters! 🐾 It’s simple: Together, we can raise the funds needed to save more lives. 🙌 Let's make this #GivingTuesday unforgettable by rallying together for animals in need! 💙 Ready to join the movement? Start your fundraising page today and help us continue our vital work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0OFa-gV4AA #FundraiseForPets #MakeADifference #AnimalRescue #GivingTuesdayChallenge #TogetherWeCan

HOW TO KEEP YOUR CATS HAPPY AND CALM (DURING A DISASTER)
HOW TO KEEP YOUR CATS HAPPY AND CALM (DURING A DISASTER)

🐾 Happy Cat Month from DARTCC! 🐾 Celebrate by giving your feline friends extra love, attention, and care. From cozy spots to playtime, our cats live their best lives when they're happy and healthy. And while cat owners never want to put them through a #disasteremergency , it's important to know how to keep your cat calm and as happy as they can be during the crisis. Here are tips on how! 🐱💖 #DonateNow to DARTCC to enhance EASApp (Emergency Animal Shelter App) to keep it free to #volunteers of #emergencyanimalshelters! #HappyCatMonth #FelineFun #CatCare #PetWellness #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #socialgood #givingback #emergencypreparedness #disastermanagement #climatechange #disasterpreparedness #disaster #volunteer #veterinarian

Support a Cause During Disaster Preparedness Month
Support a Cause During Disaster Preparedness Month

☔ September is #DisasterPreparedness Month. And animal #emergencyshelter volunteers know how important proper safety clothing is for work. 🦺 Looking to update your wardrobe? Then why not show your love for animals and shine a spotlight on disaster preparedness with this #safetyorange hoodie and beanie. Plus, you can feel good knowing DARTCC earns a portion of the proceeds from each purchase made through our FIT Apparel shop. 🔶 Volunteer safely with this warm full-zip hoodie designed with durable, reflective 2-inch tape that meets ANSI 107 requirements, with 360-degree visibility on body and sleeves. Keep your head warm too with the reflective striped beanie. 🛍️ Shop more to support the cause! https://dartcc.fitapparel.biz/ #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #socialgood #givingback #donate #animalrescue #animalrescueteam #emergencypreparedness #disastermanagement #climatechange #disasterpreparedness #disaster #volunteer #veterinarian

🚨 Exciting News! 🎥✨ ☔ DARTCC has launched our official YouTube channel to share details about modules, tools, features and all the inner-workings that EASApp™ offers. 🐾 If you're a #volunteer or #veterinarian of a disaster animal response team and passionate about #disasterpreparedness in your community, be sure to check out our user-friendly, first-of-its-kind Emergency Animal Shelter App -- yes, APP! So your team can focus on pet care, not paperwork! Watch, share with your team, and subscribe for updates! #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #socialgood #givingback #donate #animalrescue #animalrescueteam #emergencypreparedness #disastermanagement #climatechange #disaster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIEMIcTpOZk

DARTCC Receives $40,000 Grant
DARTCC Receives $40,000 Grant

Amazing news! DARTCC has received our 2nd consecutive #grant from The Irving and Phyllis Millstein Foundation for Animal Welfare. This Animal-Centered Philanthropy® bestowed a generous $75,000 grant in 2023 and a $40,000 grant this year. This additional grant will help us to continue developing the Emergency Animal Shelter platform (EASAppTM) in several crucial ways, delivering the following to volunteers and teams: -- An easy-to-understand mobile solution to streamline the care of animals at a disaster shelter. -- A central platform to manage volunteer and team profiles, memorandums of understanding, and shelter data. -- A platform to train, test, and deploy an emergency shelter for animals and document their care. -- Detailed reports and data exports for local, state, and federal requirements “We are deeply grateful for this second grant. The continued support will help us launch EASAppTM this fall, and demonstrates the tool’s potential value for others.” -- Deb Shelby, founder of DARTCC The Foundation has our most heartfelt and deepest gratitude. #innovation #technology #Animals #AnimalShelter #funding #grantfunding #nonprofitorganization #disasterpreparedness #disasterpreparedness #DisasterRelief #Disaster #disasteremergencies #climatechange #climatechangeisreal #animalwelfare

🐾 Shop DARTCC & Support the Cause! 🐾 We're thrilled to announce that our shop is stocked with lots of apparel and accessories, all for a great cause! Support DARTCC’s Emergency Animal Shelter App (EASApp) by wearing gear -- like these colorful polo shirts -- to champion the cause of our groundbreaking disaster animal shelter app and our mission: to help communities with emergency preparedness and the management of temporary emergency pet shelters opened in response to a disaster. 🛒 Visit https://dartcc.fitapparel.biz/ to see our entire line! By shopping with us, you're not just getting great deals—you’re making a difference. Visit us today and help us continue our work building EASApp. Thank you for your support! ❤️ #ShopForACause #NonProfit #CommunitySupport #MakeADifference

🐾 Shop DARTCC & Support the Cause! 🐾 We're thrilled to announce that our shop is stocked with lots of apparel and accessories, all for a great cause! Support DARTCC’s Emergency Animal Shelter App (EASApp) by wearing our gear to champion the cause of our groundbreaking disaster animal shelter app and our mission: to help communities with emergency preparedness and the management of temporary emergency pet shelters opened in response to a disaster. 🛒 Visit https://dartcc.fitapparel.biz/ to see our entire line! By shopping with us, you're not just getting great deals—you’re making a difference. Visit us today and help us continue our work building EASApp. Thank you for your support! ❤️ #ShopForACause #NonProfit #CommunitySupport #MakeADifference

🐾 Shop DARTCC & Support the Cause! 🐾 We're thrilled to announce that our shop is stocked with lots of apparel and accessories, all for a great cause! Support DARTCC’s Emergency Animal Shelter App (EASApp) by wearing our gear to champion the cause of our groundbreaking disaster animal shelter app and our mission: to help communities with emergency preparedness and the management of temporary emergency pet shelters opened in response to a disaster. 🛒 Visit https://dartcc.fitapparel.biz/ to see our entire line! By shopping with us, you're not just getting great deals—you’re making a difference. Visit us today and help us continue our work building EASApp. Thank you for your support! ❤️ #ShopForACause #NonProfit #CommunitySupport #MakeADifference

In 2023, Vermont experienced two 100-year floods. During this, the Central Vermont Disaster Animal Response Team took on DARTCC's EASApp Beta with successful results and found it to be an invaluable resource. Streamlined real-time data on a mobile app helped to minimize paperwork and oversights, which meant a higher quality of care for shelter pets. Hear what shelter volunteer like Kate, the CVDART Shelter Manager has to say about DARTCC's EASApp. Learn more or donate at www.dartcc.org #vtflood #VermontFlood #flood #disasteremergencies #climatechange #animalshelter #nonprofit #emergencypreparedness #disasterpreparedness

🐾 Happy National Pet Day! 🐾 DARTCC celebrates the unconditional love of our pets. Whether furry, feathery or scaly, give your companion extra love and appreciation today. #NationalPetDay #FurryFriends #petlovers

For April's National Pet First Aid Month, DARTCC and EASA, the Emergency Animal Shelter App, offer basic pet first aid for treating wounds, managing seizures, treating burns, relieving choking and preventing poisoning for your pets.

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