When you read newspaper articles or see television news reports about the abuse of animals, whether that abuse occurs in puppy mills, slaughterhouses or in private homes, it is impossible not to be affected. By founding Animal Support, my brother, Dr. Michael Omidi and I hope to serve this helpless population and prevent the needless abuse and suffering that goes unchecked every day.

I would guess that everyone has had a teacher, parent or mentor that has gone out of their way to make a difference in their lives. Without the help and support of a generous benefactor, many of us would never have had the strength of will, funds or confidence to achieve personal or professional success. When my brother, Dr. Michael Omidi and I thought of the many different people who had a positive effect on our lives, we thought it would be nice to acknowledge everyone in our communities that has had a hand in making someone’s life a little bit better.