Santa Ana was a four paws up stop!

The Million Acts of Kindness Tour stopped in Santa Ana California, and a great time was had by all!

It started off by Dogtopia South Coast picking us up in Sport, the Dogtopia mobile pick up service.  They came right to our motorhome which was parked at Bolsa Chica State Park campground.  This was most appreciated as otherwise we would have had to move the motorhome.

Toby was greeted by the Dogtopia South Coast staff and enjoyed a day of play and fun at doggy daycare.  The standout for me as a pet parent was the:

- cleanliness of the facility,
- the engagement and support from Dogtopia South Coast clients, 
- the exceptional customer service from the Dogtopia South Coast team, and,
- the way in which Dogtopia South Coast supports so many great community organizations and causes.

The team also created a fundraiser for Toby's kindness mission, supporting local schools receiving copies of Toby's book. 

Dogtopia South Coast also launched their blanket and towel drive supporting a local shelter. This was the support the minute they launched.  Got to love the Dogtopia South Coast client support :)

At the Saturday Park and Bark Beach Bash, three more huge bags of blankets and towels were dontated.  Talk about kindness!

 On Satuday Oct 10, the Park and Bark Beach Bast was a huge success!

   

A good time was had by all.... tour legged and four legged attendees!

 

Thanks again to Dogtopia South Coast for hosting us in Santa Ana, and for all that you do to make a difference in the community you serve!

A big thank you to our tour partners who helped us travel North America to share our message of kindness.

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SPIN for the PAWS!

Hi there!

The dog here.

And this is my human... Charmaine

I am a dog with a blog on a mission to change the world through kindness!

Check out the pawsome event mom is helping organize in St Catherine's' Ontario on May 30.  SPIN for the PAWS.

This FUNdraising event supports the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program Niagara Region.
Here is a video to share this pawsome organization with you.   You can see why we are so excited to support this group!



To learn more about the event, participate or become a sponsor, please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1555962708010541/

Here's how the event works.....

You register with one of the event partners, Liva Health.   Your registration includes a BBQ lunch, some awesome books by Marybeth Haines and my mom, Charmaine Hammond, and a Tshirt.

 You can spin for 30 minutes up to an hour.  Your registration supports the St John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program Niagara region. 

 

Therapy dogs are such an important part of society... they accept unconditionally, provide support and love, and give so much.

It takes a community... and a pack... to plan a 4 paws up event.   Let's give a high five to our event partners....

Join us on May 30!  SPIN for the PAWS

To learn more about the event, participate or become a sponsor, please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1555962708010541/

Animal Shelter Fundraising

Animal Shelters require the support of volunteers, services and products in kind, donations, sponsorship and funding to provide a much needed and life saving service in communities.  Securing funds and sponsorship can be a challenge. Tim Crum of Animal Shelter Fundraising  joined us on PAWsitive Radio-All things Pets! to talk about tips for animal shelters and rescue organizations to successfully raise funds.

Tim Crum- Animal Shelter Fundraising. 

Tim stated that one of the growing trends is the number of shelters that are working on new buildings.

On the radio show Tim spoke about the importance of understanding sponsor etiquette and the set of requirements that sponsors have. Shelters that are building or remodeling their building to be more like a community and retail  venue are further ahead.  Some shelters have a retail store where they sell books, pet supplies, and gifts for animal lovers. Many also have a coffee shop or snack kiosk on site.  The shelters that create the images that they are a hub of resources and connection are further ahead, and, have a better likelihood of attracting corporate donors and sponsors. 

Tim suggested that one of the keys to corporate sponsorship success is to create an experience for the sponsor, the donor and visitors to the shelter. The other key is relationships.  

Fundraising is less about money and more about people and relationships. Tim reminded listeners that People adopt. People volunteer. People donate.  Make sure you manage this well.   

One tip for shelters and rescues is that every week, have board members call donors simply to share a story how their contribution made a difference and to say thank you.  Don’t ask for more money or longer commitment, just have a conversation and focus on the relationship.  Animalshelterfundraising.com and animalshelterservices.com

Listen to the whole radio show, and hear more of Tim's tips at:
 
 http://www.blogtalkradio.com/teamtoby/2013/08/28/animal-shelter-fundraising

Photo Credits: Animal Shelter Fundraising

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