🌟 Support the Dream: Harley’s Retreat
🐾 A Story from the Heart
My name is Joanne, and this project is deeply personal.
It’s a dream built from love, healing, and hope — and it all started with my dog, Harley.
As a single parent navigating years of mental health struggles — anxiety, depression, and the overwhelming weight of the world — Harley came into my life when I needed him most.
I truly believe he was sent to me.
Harley gave me focus, laughter, unconditional love, and a reason to believe in better days.
🌿 The Vision for Harley’s Retreat
Harley’s Retreat is my way of honouring that bond.
It’s a vision for a place where dogs and people alike are celebrated for simply being — not for what they achieve, but for who they are.
A space created with heart, for those who love without limits:
the empaths, the healers, the animal lovers, the everyday heroes who understand that gratitude, kindness, and connection matter.
🏡 Built on Family, Grit & Passion
This dream is also rooted in my family journey.
My mum — who built her own business from the ground up — has always been a source of inspiration.
She included me in that journey and taught me that nothing good comes without hard work, discipline, and commitment. She taught me to dream big for me and MY daughter's future.
But for me, passion is leading this battle — a passion so overwhelming that I am prepared to do whatever it takes to bring this dream to life.
Not just for myself, but for the dogs who deserve better, and for the community who will grow alongside it.
✨ Why Now?
Right now, I’m starting with nothing but a dream — and the willingness to follow every avenue I can to make it a reality.
This fundraiser is just one way I am working toward the long-term vision of Harley’s Retreat — a multi-zone sanctuary with space for dogs to play, rest, swim, learn, and thrive alongside their humans.
I’m in the early stages, and I know that to take the first big, important steps, I need funding and support.
🛠️ What Your Support Will Help With
Every donation, no matter how small, helps with:
Securing licences and permissions to trade at public events 📜
Covering public liability insurance and food hygiene certificates 🛡️
Purchasing initial event equipment (tables, branding materials, stock for stalls) 🎪
Funding the first pop-up fundraising events to build awareness 🐾
Creating safe, enriching experiences for local dogs and their owners 🐕
Setting up educational resources around animal welfare and respect 📚
💛 Why It Matters
I’m committed to keeping all supporters updated on every step we take — whether through this page, email updates, or our new YouTube channel.
I know there are people out there who believe in dreams like this — and maybe, just maybe, someone with the heart and the means to help bring it to life in an even bigger way. 💫
Whether your support is £5 or far more, it means the absolute world to me.
This project isn’t just about land or fences — it’s about joy, healing, and connection through the love of dogs.
This is about building something real, together — for the animals, for the empaths, for every soul who just wants a place to belong.
🐶 Thank You for Believing
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading, sharing, and supporting this dream.
Together, we can make Harley’s Retreat a reality. 🖤