About Peace 4 Animals

Peace 4 Animals is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of wild, farm, and domestic animals. Our mission is to educate and inform the global community about pressing animal welfare issues and breaking news, while actively engaging the public in initiatives that make a meaningful difference for animals at international, national, and local levels. Our vision is to foster a world where humans and animals coexist harmoniously, working collaboratively to shield all animals from detrimental human impact.

Through film and media, Peace 4 Animals brings awareness to animal-related issues on a global level.

We launched World Animal News (WAN), a dynamic online news network dedicated to delivering the latest breaking animal news as it unfolds. Our mission at WAN is to elevate public awareness by educating readers on safeguarding wild, domestic, and endangered species through engaging news reports, informative stories, and action alerts.

Our commitment to animal welfare and environmental conservation extends to producing impactful documentary films. Our completed projects include *Give Me Shelter* (2015), *Why On Earth* (2022), *Food For Thought* (2025). Currently, we are in production on *Protectors Of The Wild*, a compelling new addition to our lineup.

Additionally, as the host of the debut episode of the docu-series “Eating Plants,” we champion a plant-based lifestyle by featuring interviews with pioneering entrepreneurs and influencers within the plant-based movement. Each episode highlights a different country, with Katie Cleary from Peace 4 Animals hosting the USA episode.

Through partnerships with fellow animal welfare organizations, we strive to create critical change in animal welfare legislation, policies, and practices.

In collaboration with Team Wolf, we are dedicated to safeguarding wolves in Yellowstone National Park and across the nation. These majestic creatures face threats of eradication due to widespread misconceptions. By raising awareness and addressing these harmful myths, we strive to secure a future where wolves can thrive.

Partnering with Orangutan Foundation International, we are committed to the rescue and protection of critically endangered orangutans in Indonesia. Our efforts extend to preserving their vital rainforest habitat, ensuring these extraordinary animals have a safe and sustainable environment in which to live and flourish.

Working alongside a coalition of like-minded animal protection organizations, we actively advocate for the welfare of animals on a global scale. Through speaking out and petitioning, we urge governments, corporations, and agencies worldwide to champion the cause and create impactful change.

We support local animal rescue and wildlife organizations through foster care, funds, and transport.

We offer essential care and medical attention to rescued dogs and cats, ensuring they receive the nurturing they need.

Additionally, we provide secure transportation for injured and orphaned wildlife, facilitating their journey to rehabilitation centers.

Through our news platform, WAN, we highlight the efforts of local animal rescue organizations and assist in fundraising to support their vital work.

The mission of Peace 4 Animals is to foster positive change that safeguards our planet and all its cherished inhabitants, aiming for a harmonious coexistence for all.

About The Founder, Katie Cleary

In 2012, Katie Cleary, a dedicated advocate for animal welfare and conservation, founded Peace 4 Animals. Her commitment to animal advocacy gained widespread attention with the release of her award-winning documentary, “Give Me Shelter,” which debuted on Netflix in 2015. Demonstrating her passion and dedication, Katie not only produced and directed the film but also financed it entirely from her personal savings.

Katie’s journey as an advocate for animals began long before her filmmaking days. As a child, she and her mother were dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating neighborhood animals, from kittens to raccoons. Once she was old enough, Katie volunteered at local animal shelters, and during her college years, she organized a fundraising event that benefitted ten Chicago animal charities. Her commitment continued to grow after her move to Los Angeles, where she played a significant role in the campaign to ban fur sales in West Hollywood.

Before fully dedicating herself to her nonprofit work, Katie pursued a successful career in modeling and acting. She leveraged the platform and visibility her entertainment career provided to raise awareness for animal welfare and environmental causes on a global scale. Through her efforts, Katie has consistently demonstrated her unwavering dedication to being a voice and protector for animals.

“As an animal advocate, producer, philanthropist, filmmaker, actress, and model, it seems like there is nothing that Cleary can’t do. Perhaps it’s because of her drive and ambition plus her kindness and not to mention, her beauty inside and out. Always being mission-oriented, she talks about future plans.‘I would like to continue producing and directing animal welfare documentaries and shows to educate the public on important issues happening around the world, so more positive change can be made in the movement.’                                                     

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Projects By Peace 4 Animals

World Animal News (2012): Established in 2012, World Animal News (WAN) has swiftly become a leading voice in animal news and advocacy worldwide. Updated daily, the platform is dedicated to educating the public on ways to raise awareness and actively participate in animal conservation efforts in their communities. WAN’s mission is to illuminate the plight of animals across the globe, engaging individuals to create a collective movement driven by passion, compassion, and action. Founder Katie Cleary states, “While we have networks like CNN, BBC, and NBC for human-centric stories, there remains a gap for the silent voices of the over 8.7 million species we coexist with on this planet. World Animal News was born out of necessity to give these voiceless creatures a platform.”

Give Me Shelter (2015): This award-winning documentary, created and produced by Katie Cleary and directed by Kristin Rizzo, provides a groundbreaking perspective on the efforts of individuals and organizations devoted to animal welfare. The film boldly uncovers pressing issues such as the illegal black market trade of wild and exotic animals, puppy mills, adoption advocacy, the fur trade, circuses, poaching, seal clubbing, horse slaughter, rainforest destruction due to the palm oil industry, shark finning, the intricacies of the pet industry, and more. “Give Me Shelter” has the potential to transform the lives of many species by unveiling the often-hidden challenges they face, bringing these critical topics into the public eye.

Why On Earth (2022): Filmmaker Katie Cleary delves into the devastating impacts of deforestation and the illegal trade of endangered species, shedding light on how these practices endanger elephants, lions, orangutans, and many more species around the world. This global journey, featuring legendary actor and director Clint Eastwood, reveals the intricate bond between humans, animals, and the environment, showcasing breathtaking, rarely-seen footage that exposes the harsh realities faced by these majestic creatures. By fostering care and compassion for these sentient beings, we initiate a healing process that ultimately benefits us all.

Food For Thought (2025): Executive Produced by Peace 4 Animals, this documentary investigates the forces propelling the global plant-based movement. It introduces viewers to advocates and innovators around the world while chronicling a group of participants embarking on their own 30-day plant-based journey. “Food For Thought” offers a compelling and relatable vision of a world filled with compassion for all living beings. The film includes insights from Peace 4 Animals’ founder Katie Cleary, who shares her perspectives on the rise of the plant-based movement.

Protectors of the Wild (currently in production) is an insightful documentary directed and produced by Katie Cleary. The film illuminates the crucial role wolves play in preserving the health and balance of our ecosystems. Sadly, wolves are currently under severe threat due to habitat loss caused by cattle grazing on public lands and increasing human-wildlife conflicts. Additionally, hunters frequently tempt them beyond the safety of our national parks, leading to their premature death. Through “Protectors of the Wild,” Peace 4 Animals endeavors to transform the public’s perception of these majestic creatures highligting their essential role in nature. The film features the exceptional cinematography of Olly Pemberton and Karla Escobar and is masterfully edited by Emmy Award-winner Brandon Thieme.

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