OUR MISSION
About SBPA
SBPA San Carlos is a Mexican registered non-profit located in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico This is a bi-cultural not-for-profit volunteer organization with a decades long history in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. SBPA San Carlos’ sister organization, SBPA Services, Inc. is a non-profit 501c3 corporation located in Tucson, AZ who provides fundraising services and support to help fund SBPA San Carlos.
SBPA San Carlos provides multi-faceted services that includes free spay and neuter clinics; spay and neuter certificates to local vets; and educational programs that promote responsible pet ownership to protect animals and to alleviate the suffering created by uncontrolled population growth. The SBPA relies soley on donatoins to fund our operations.
A Day in the Life of SBPA
Experience Our Mission & Amazing Staff.
Based on a 2021 survey, there are around 60 million dogs & cats in Mexico. An estimated 70% of these animals live on the streets of our communities.
SBPA founder Gwen Bouschor with Dr. Edgar Espinoza and his surgical team at SBPA’s spay-and-neuter clinic in San Carlos in April, 2023.
Gwen was a tireless warrior and dedicated advocate for the helpless street animals. Help us to keep her legacy going.
Free Sterilization for Cats and Dogs
Esterilización gratuita para gatos y perros
We seek to protect domestic and feral animals from suffering created by uncontrolled reproduction.
Next Sterilization Clinic
Saturday October 17th – 7:30am – 3pm
Sunday October 18th – 7:30am – 3pm
Sábado 17 de octubre – 7:30 a. m. – 3:00 p. m.
Domingo 18 de octubre – 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The clinic is on a first-come, first-served basis, no appointments available. The first 300 surgeries of each day are free for animals in need and any additional surgery will require a donation of $400 MXN. Registration closes at 1pm.
Thank You San Carlos!
FINAL RESULT
*** SBPA 2026 Summer Donation Challenge **
SBPA’s 2026 Summer Matching Challenge is over and thanks to the amazing generosity of the San Carlos community we raised $12,310 which was matched by a very special SBPA supporter, Bev Trover, for a total of $24,620! Your giving will result in 1095 sterilizations of street dogs and cats at SBPA’s free spay and neuter clinics, or about 20% of the animals we will sterilize in a year. If you did not get a chance to participate in our matching challenge you can still contribute to SBPA’s important mission by donating by visiting our donation page .We look forward to seeing you all this fall/winter season at one of our fun filled fundraising events. Gracias San Carlos!
Online
THROUGH PAYPAL
Click the button below and choose the amount you wish to contribute.
*Amount in US Dollars.
Cash
IN AN ENVELOPE
Deliver an envelope, pesos or dollars accepted, to the
SBPA bookstore in the marina behind Barracuda Bob’s Restaurant, or to the VIVE Real Estate office in Plaza Iberri, behind Arco Gas Station.
Postal Mail
IN TUCSON, AZ
American or Canadian check:
SPBA Services Inc.
Attn: Jonni Diane Rogers
4647 Holly Rose Drive
Green Valley, Arizona 85622
Deposit
IN CONVENIENCE STORE
Request a Paynet Service Payment
Reference No.: 9392083
Your support is what makes the difference!
Impact of Your Generous Donations
30
Years of Service
60,000+
Free Sterilizations
Click to see the stunning impact of these sterilizations!
SBPA Board
Many residents of the San Carlos and Guaymas area volunteer their time to help SBPA’s spay and neuter clinics and fundraising events run smoothly. A special mention goes to these fantastic people. Our board is here to support our volunteers and insure SBPA’s mission is met today and tomorrow! If you have any questions or concerns regarding the operations of SBPA San Carlos please contact the board at board@sbpamx.org
Additional Roles & Responsibilities
- Spay & Neuter Clinic Manager – Debbie Reid
- Board Events Coordinator – Jim O’Rourke
- Board Donations Coordinator – Nancy Cunningham
- Board Volunteer Coordinator – Derelyn Howard
