A remarkable Scottish SPCA supporter marked her centennial birthday by asking for a donation to the Scottish SPCA instead of buying her gifts.
Gladys Jones turned 100 on March 8, also International Women’s Day, with a party surrounded by loved ones, choosing to use the occasion to support animals in need across Scotland. Gladys asked all those who were attending to donate to the Scottish SPCA rather than buy her a gift as part of her birthday fundraiser.
Originally born in the East End of London in 1926, Gladys served in the Land Army during the Second World War. She moved to the Bridge of Weir, Renfrewshire, in 2003 after her husband died in 2002 – which allowed her to be close to her daughter and wider family who all reside in the area.
Always had a lifelong love of animals – having had dogs for most of her life
Now a proud mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Gladys has supported the Scottish SPCA since she moved to Scotland and has always had a lifelong love of animals – having had dogs for most of her life.
Speaking about her ongoing support for the organisation, Gladys said: “I support the Scottish SPCA because they do magnificent work preventing and alleviating the suffering of animals. It’s so good to know they are there for all animals in need in Scotland.”
We’re honoured that Gladys chose to support the Scottish SPCA for her birthday fundraiser
Touched by her support, a Scottish SPCA spokesperson said: “We’re honoured that Gladys chose to support the Scottish SPCA on such a special birthday. As a charity completely reliant on generous donations, support like this helps us continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming more animals across Scotland than any other charity, while also investigating cruelty and protecting animals from harm.”
The Scottish SPCA’s key mission is to safeguard the welfare of all of Scotland’s animals, and we are tirelessly working to also make this a top priority for parliamentarians. Our recently published Manifesto outlines four key asks which will help ensure Scotland is at the forefront of animal welfare. Delivering on these asks is crucial to prevent future harm and tackle repeat offending, which will help achieve our mission to make Scotland the best place for an animal to call home. Read our full Manifesto and sign our petition to show your support.
If you are inspired by Gladys, and would like to run a birthday fundraiser or another activity to support Scotland’s animals, please visit our DIY fundraising webpage. Our team of Regional Fundraisers are on hand to answer any questions you may have and help you have fun whilst raising money for Scotland’s animals.
