Unfortunately, not every animal is granted a good life. While it’s devastating to think that anyone would hurt an innocent creature, Nebraska does have a wonderful farm that’s dedicated to adopting as many neglected, abused, and disfigured creatures as possible and giving them loving care for as long as they live. The Old Poor Farm is one of the best places you could ever send a donation — and sometimes, you can even visit and interact with the animals yourself.

The Old Poor Farm is a non-profit animal sanctuary located in rural Nickerson.
The Old Poor Farm
This is a no-kill sanctuary that operates solely by donation.
The farm itself was constructed in 1872. And while a lot has changed on the property, it doesn't look all that different today.
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The farm was actually built for the purpose of being a sanctuary for people who were in need. If someone needed assistance, they would have to appear before the Poor Farm Board and be approved. But after the Great Depression led to new social programs being formed, the farm was no longer needed for its original purpose.
After being sold at an auction in 1955 and going through some tough times, this property became The Old Poor Farm Animal Sanctuary in 2001.
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It is once again a sanctuary, just like it was always intended to be.

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To say these lucky animals are loved and cared for is a huge understatement.
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Some of them even come with their own special stories, like Cocoa the pony and Moana the Zebu cow.
On average, there are around 250 animals and birds of the four acre homestead.
The Old Poor Farm / Facebook
Many of the animals are not adoptable, but they are all welcome to stay as long as they'd like. There is no time limit for residency.
The sanctuary is run almost entirely by volunteers who are not paid.
The Old Poor Farm
This means 100% of donations go to food, vet care, and shelter for the animals.
Historic farm tours are available by appointment. They take about two hours, and they're fascinating.
The Old Poor Farm
The farm also hosts a few public events and an open house each year, which they will announce on their Facebook page when the time comes.

You can learn more about The Old Poor Farm or make a donation on their website, and stay up-to-date on current events here.

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