The Defend Them All Foundation (DTA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the well-being of animals and their habitats by improving the laws and policies that protect them. DTA approaches issues at the intersection of animal and environmental law.  By employing a cross disciplinary approach, we create long-term solutions and build a better future for the causes we support.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Issues involving animals and the environment are complex and require a deep understanding of the forces behind policy change within each community. Because there is no “one size fits all” solution to these issues, DTA commits to building strong collaborative relationships with its client advocates and community members. These relationships enable us to create specifically tailored strategies and to ensure the success of the project upon completion.

Achieving a positive long-term impact requires specific attention to three critical components:

• Community education programs that foster a deeper understanding of the issue and enable citizens to make more informed and responsible decisions;

• Thoughtfully crafted laws and policies with clearly defined terms, appropriate sanctions, and effective enforcement mechanisms; and

• Constant, swift enforcement of the law to ensure effective implementation.