The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary in St Boswells has received a £750 donation to help the charity continue their efforts in giving rescued donkeys a second chance at life.

BEAR Scotland manage and maintain the trunk road network on behalf of Transport Scotland in the South East, including the Queensferry Crossing, the Edinburgh City Bypass, and the A68 which passes by the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary.

Founded 21 years ago, the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary started with two donkeys and have grown to a mighty drove of 120 four-legged friends. They currently rehome donkeys that have been rescued locally from abroad and some that have been born at the sanctuary. Every donkey the sanctuary has rescued enjoys a quality of life and any treatment they require to keep them healthy during their time there.

Offering various experiences, the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary is open nine months every year when members of the public can come and visit, donate towards feed, facilities and vet bills, and even adopt a donkey for the year! The charity also have lots of donkeys in need of loving new homes with the right knowledge and space.

John Wilson, General Manager of The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary said “We have had an influx of donkey over the past year, meaning that all costs are raised. Generous donations like this help us ensure that the facility up-keep and vet bills are covered for the upcoming winter season.”

Chris Waite, BEAR Scotland Media and Communications Officer nominated the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary through the BEAR Scotland Regional Charity Initiative that allows all staff to nominate a charity within the network in which they operate.

Chris said: “Let’s face it – who doesn’t love donkeys? I care passionately about animal welfare and the sanctuary does great work near the trunk roads that we maintain, so I was pleased to see them benefit.”

Learn more about the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary here: https://donkeyheaven.org/

• Pictured Left to Right: John Wilson (The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary General Manager), Kenny Hastings (BEAR Scotland South East Operations Manager), Chris Hay (The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary Volunteer Leader)