The Open Sanctuary Podcast 16 - Defining Sanctuary Capacity And Sustainability
Feb 29, 2024
Mckenzee Griffler, an executive director dedicated to sanctuary management, and Julia, a nonprofit expert in organizational capacity, dive deep into the crucial topic of sanctuary capacity. They discuss various factors affecting animal care, including spatial, financial, and staff capacities, highlighting how these elements can shift and impact operations. The duo emphasizes the importance of involving all team members in capacity discussions and prioritizing caregiver well-being for sustainable sanctuary practices. Tune in for insights into enhancing care for both animals and their caregivers!
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Regular Capacity Discussions
- Regularly discuss your organization's capacity, mission, vision, and philosophy of care.
- Involve your entire team, from administrators to volunteers, in these discussions.
Capacity as an Ecosystem
- A sanctuary's capacity is an ecosystem of interconnected factors, not a fixed number.
- These factors interact and can shift rapidly, requiring flexibility.
Cow Herd Example
- Two cows in a five-cow herd might suddenly dislike each other after three years.
- Flexible living arrangements are crucial for separating them without isolating either.