RECOGNITION
Accreditation,
Awards & Media
ACCREDIDATIONS
2025 Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) Accreditation.
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Full Circle Farm Sanctuary is accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. This accreditation reflects adherence to internationally recognized standards for animal care, governance, safety, and operational integrity.
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GFAS accreditation is earned through a rigorous review process evaluating housing, nutrition, veterinary care, safety protocols, and long-term planning for the individuals who live at the sanctuary.
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Full Circle Farm Sanctuary is proud to be the first farmed animal sanctuary in Georgia to achieve GFAS accreditation.
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AWARDS
Outstanding Farmed Animal Sanctuary Award
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The Outstanding Farmed Animal Sanctuary Award is presented by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries to recognize sanctuaries demonstrating excellence in animal care, ethical leadership, organizational sustainability, public engagement, and contributions to the sanctuary field.
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In June 2025, Full Circle Farm Sanctuary became the first farmed animal sanctuary in Georgia to earn full GFAS accreditation. Just four months later, FCFS was selected as the recipient of the Outstanding Sanctuary Award among submissions in its category.
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Receiving both full GFAS accreditation and this award in the same year represents a rare milestone within the sanctuary community and reflects years of steady work dedicated to thoughtful, prepared care for the individuals who live at the sanctuary.
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Transparency
Full Circle Farm Sanctuary holds the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid. This designation reflects a commitment to openly sharing organizational information, including leadership, financial reporting, and measurable impact.
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Transparency helps ensure that supporters, partners, and the public can clearly understand how the sanctuary operates and how resources are used to support lifelong care.
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MEDIA & OUTREACH
From time to time, the work at Full Circle Farm Sanctuary is featured in public media or collaborative campaigns. These opportunities help extend resident stories beyond the sanctuary and invite broader conversations about compassionate care and the lives of farmed animals.
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Full Circle Farm Sanctuary has been featured or collaborated with:
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Voyage ATL — an editorial profile exploring the sanctuary’s origins and philosophy of resident-centered care. Read the article
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WRFG 89.3 FM — a radio conversation discussing chickens, plant-based alternatives, resident personalities, and the mission guiding the sanctuary. Listen here
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The Dodo — which shared the story of Lotus, reaching a global audience and bringing widespread attention to her journey. Watch the story
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Mercy For Animals — through collaborative outreach efforts, including a partnership recognizing World Vegan Day. Watch here
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These moments help introduce more people to the lives of the individuals who call the sanctuary home and the responsibility that lifelong care requires.