# Inked Activists The Rescue Ink Crew Has a Soft Spot for Animals By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-01-11 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rescue-ink-animal-activism References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2009/01/11/tough-guys-have-soft-spot-for-cats/) & [rescueink.org](http://www.rescueink.org) They may not look like animal activists, but the crew that makes up [Rescue Ink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-dogs-wines) are some of the baddest dudes fighting for [animal rights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petco-love) around. Most recently, Rescue Ink rescued 180 abandoned cats and kittens from a foreclosed home in Moriches, New York. The guys have spearheaded a number of volunteer organizations that fight puppy mills and support animals used for rehabilitation. There are seven animal-friendly programs pioneered by the [tattooed members](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inked-out) of Rescue Ink, and they're accepting volunteers via their website. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/activism) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Animal Activism:** Rescue Ink shows that anyone can be an animal activist, providing opportunities for grassroots campaigns. - **Alternative Volunteerism:** Rescue Ink's alternative approach to volunteerism empowers people to volunteer with niche causes. - **Unlikely Activists:** Rescue Ink's unlikely activism serves as a reminder that anyone can make a difference. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Animal Welfare:** Rescue Ink's work highlights disruptive innovation opportunities in animal welfare and animal rights activism. - **Non-profit:** Rescue Ink's innovative model for volunteerism presents disruptions to the non-profit sector. - **Community Organization:** Rescue Ink's grassroots approach to organizing and raising awareness presents opportunities for entrepreneurial work in community-based organizations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transformative Survivor Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-of-life.md) - [Glam Pet Adoption Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-showcats.md) - [Rescue Pet-Supporting Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadbury-bunny-tryouts.md) - [Charity Firefighter Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-australian-firefighters.md) - [Dog Rescue-Supporting Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-lager.md) - [Digital Dog Shelter Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rare-breed1.md) - [Animal Welfare-Focused Rosé Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rescues-ros.md) - [Service Humans Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/service-humans-needed.md) - [Animal Welfare Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-league-america.md)