They have helped start a network of Eastern European animal
charities to target countries with
relatively small farmed animal movements.148 Collaboration with these groups allows Open Cages to share their strategy, know - how, and experience, which is particularly important given that Open Cages anticipates that these newer groups will face challenges similar to those that they themselves faced.149 Open Cages encourages motivated activists in nearby countries to start their own organizations, offering support, mentoring, and fundraising.150 In addition, Open Cages is a member of international coalitions such as the Open Wing Alliance, the Fur Free Alliance, and the Eurogroup for Animals.151, 152
Giving a life insurance policy to a
charity — or naming a
charity as a beneficiary on a policy — can be a great way for a charitably inclined client to leverage a
relatively small current outlay into a sizable future donation.