Nonprofit sanctuary in Naples, Florida

A softer landing for barnyard animals who need a safe home.

Naples Barnyard Sanctuary provides shelter, daily care, and steady compassion for donkeys, cows, ducks, goats, cats, and other animals who deserve peace.

Naples centered Serving the Southwest Florida community.
Animal-first care Food, shelter, safety, and dignity every day.
Community powered Supported by donors, sponsors, and volunteers.

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Our mission

Care that feels personal, practical, and patient.

Naples Barnyard Sanctuary exists to give vulnerable animals a protected place to rest, recover, and live with consistent care. As a nonprofit, every donation and volunteer hour goes toward the daily work of keeping the sanctuary healthy and welcoming.

From feed and bedding to veterinary visits, fencing, enrichment, and shelter upkeep, the sanctuary depends on people who believe every animal deserves kindness.

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6+ kinds of animals cared for Donkeys, cows, ducks, goats, cats, and friends.

Care stories

Small acts add up to a calmer life.

A bag of feed, a repaired gate, a clean water trough, a quiet visit from someone patient: sanctuary care is built from ordinary kindness repeated every day.