Portland, September 27th, 2014. 136 supporters and volunteers crowded the World Forestry Center for AnimalAid‘s tenth annual “Bet for Pets” Casino Night. The benefit raised almost $44,000 to support the no-kill animal welfare nonprofit. KPTV co-anchor Kimberly Maus acted as emcee for a great night of casino gaming, silent and live auctions, and 100 bottle “Wall of Wine” raffle, “happy tails” speakers talking about their beloved adopted animals, custom cocktails (you haven’t lived until you’ve tried the “Cosmo Kitty” and the “Ay, Chihuahua”!), and a fabulous selection of appetizers and desserts. Board President Doug Brooks gave a brief summary of the year’s highlights. (photo credit, Kris Gould)
The World Forestry Center was decked out for the event.
A lucky guest reacts to the news that he has won the entire Wall of Wine
In addition to regular rescue and adoption activities, this included much-needed renovations at the shelter, construction of an emergency dog kennel, and providing financial and organizational help establish small animal housing at Washington County’s Monika’s House, one of only three domestic violence shelters in Oregon that allows residents to bring their pets with them to safety.
From Animal Aid:
Since its founding in 1969, Animal Aid has helped tens of thousands of companion animals through our rescue and adoption programs for homeless animals, financial and volunteer support of spay/neuter efforts, and by providing funds to guardians unable to pay for urgent veterinary care.
We receive no tax dollars, and thus our work is only made possible by yourgenerous support. Learn more about ourmission and ways you can help.
Portland, September 28th, 2013. Animal Aid’s 9th annual Bet for Pets Casino Night drew nearly 150 people and raised $39,000. The benefit supports the shelter cats and dogs of Animal Aid. The event was held at World Forestry Center in Miller Hall and Kim Maus from Good Day Oregon was the event’s emcee. Bet for Pets featured casino gaming, silent and live auctions and a raffle prize of 100 bottles of wine, called the Wall of Wine. (photo credit, Randy and Georgia Johnston)
Emcee Kim Maus (from Good Day Oregon) showcasing two of the live auction items, Royal Meow cat castle and hand-made dog quilt.
Live Auction bidding, Patti Smith and Dana Schwartz.
Silent auction browsing by Brent and Diane Schauer.
Guests listened to Rat Pack tunes delivered from our live Stumptown DJ and enjoyed appetizers and dessert all night long. Top winning auction items were a week vacation in Cannon Beach, a Royal Meow cat castle, and getaway packages at the Resort at the Mountain and the Inn at Spanish Head.
Here’s more information about Animal Aid:
Since its founding in 1969, Animal Aid has helped tens of thousands of companion animals through our rescue and adoption programs for homeless animals, financial and volunteer support of spay/neuter efforts, and by providing funds to guardians unable to pay for urgent veterinary care.
We receive no tax dollars, and thus our work is only made possible by yourgenerous support. Learn more about our mission and ways that you canhelp.
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About Animal Aid: Animal Aid is a 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue and welfare organization. Our mission is to reduce animal birth rates and suffering through education, assistance to community members who cannot afford urgent veterinary care and finding permanent homes for animals in our care.
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