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Whether a short-term event, project, or a longer commitment, we welcome you to join the effort and make a real difference.
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Maricopa, AZ Welcome to
Welcome to
The Gud Ark Animal Sanctuary
Bringing Gud Things, Smiles and Light,
One Animal at a Time!
Our Mission
Animals & humans, healing together
Our mission is to heal children's hearts and minds through the rescue and rehabilitation of animals in need. We do this by creating a safe place for the community, foster, and lower-income youth, providing them the experience of learning about and working with agriculture and animals.
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Your generous donations play a vital role in supporting our nonprofit and enable us to educate the community about the animals we care for.
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What's Happening
Upcoming Events
Gud Day Animal Summer Camps
Choose between two summer camp experiences at The Gud Ark: Horse Camp, offered June 1–5 and June 15–19, and Animal Critter Camp, offered June 8–12. Both camps give children hands-on time with animals, engaging activities, and meaningful sanctuary experiences.
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The Residents
Meet Some of Our Animals
Every animal at The Gud Ark has a name, a story, and a second chance.
What We Offer
Programs & Experiences
From farm tours to animal camp, there's something for every age and group.
Animal Camp
Hands-on summer and school-break camps for kids of all ages.
Learn more →Animal Presentations
Live animal encounters and educational presentations for schools, parties, and community events.
Learn more →Birthday Parties
Celebrate with the animals! Unique parties your kids will never forget.
Learn more →Farm Tours
Private and group tours of the sanctuary, where visitors meet the animals and learn their stories.
Learn more →Field Trips
Educational school field trips connecting kids with agriculture and nature.
Learn more →Homeschool Programs
Curriculum-aligned homeschool experiences focused on animal science, nature, and agriculture.
Learn more →Mobile Petting Zoo
We bring rescued animals to birthdays, festivals, schools, and other off-site events.
Learn more →Mobile School Visits
Hands-on educational animal visits delivered directly to your campus.
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