Bikers Against Animal Cruelty Inc

Bikers Against Animal Cruelty (BAAC) is a group of compassionate motorcycle enthusiasts who have bonded together in support of animal welfare. Before BAAC was formed, a smaller group of biker friends would periodically have parties and fundraisers to raise monies and collect “shelter items” for the benefit of local animal shelters. Realizing there was a growing trend of biker support for the abused, neglected and unwanted pets at these parties, and no specific biker group in existence to help them, founders Cindy and VJ Peregolise, Jr. worked with their group of friends who already supported their efforts and cause to get one started. The public outrage of the 2007 Michael Vick animal cruelty case amplified the need to help spread awareness of the daily atrocities inflicted on innocent animals who do not dictate their own lives. Through a personal website, ww.pitbullsaloon.com, the members collaborated about developing a non-profit organization that would represent all that we are compassionate about; motorcycles and animal welfare. Individually, we may be able to help one animal here or there, but through a group effort, we will be able to help many. With the first initial meeting, September 22, 2007, Bikers Against Animal Cruelty (B.A.A.C.) was founded. BAAC is not a rescue group but we work with many different rescue organizations. Through our volunteer efforts we strive to improve the lives of abused, neglected and unwanted animals everywhere through financial and material support, public outreach and education. The main goals of BAAC are to bring awareness to the general public of the different types of abuse and cruelty; advocate for animal welfare; and educate on responsible pet ownership. Through our awareness efforts, we try to significantly decrease the number of unnecessary animal abuse and cruelty cases. The primary mission of our fundraising activities is to help defray the costs of veterinary care for the most severe cases of animal abuse and neglect of strays or surrendered pets on a case-by-case need. We are also working with local veterinarians to establish a general fund for emergency animal care.