Purple Heart in Washington DC by President Barack Obama, and the "Heart of Detroit" by Detroit native and New York Times Best selling author Mitch Albom. Sanctuary The foundation maintains an internal sanctuary, located in Macomb, Michigan, at the former John Whitney Historical estate now called Hugs and Whiskers home. The sanctuary focuses on the care of permanent animal residents who have come from a number of rescue situations, or who were in immediate danger in high-kill shelters or Puppy Mills. Many of the dog and cats in the DFA Sanctuary have suffered neglect, abandonment and abuse. References External links www.thedavincifoundation.org Non-profit organizations based in Michigan