|
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
|
The Humane Society of Greater Miami’s 25th annual Brunch for the Animals reached a new “level” of success at Aventura Mall’s LEVEL THREE Venue as they raised over $130,000 for the homeless and abandoned animals in our community. With this year’s focus being on their Second Chance Fund, a fund used to help dogs and cats that arrive at the shelter in need of extra medical attention and TLC, the event proved to be even more lifesaving than ever.
Close to 250 of Miami’s most prominent animal lovers and philanthropists gathered at the iconic mall for an unforgettable afternoon benefiting homeless animals. As guests arrived at the outdoor cocktail hour, they were treated to sips sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka while they and their four-legged companions enjoyed the various activities available. A fabulous silent auction featuring a variety of high-end items enticed attendees to shop for the amazing cause. Items included an autographed Miami Heat basketball, a Royal Caribbean Cruise, and luxury hotel stays, to name a few. Several oversized lawn games, including giant Jenga, Connect Four, and cornhole were enjoyed by people of all ages. And pups had their very own Kissing Booth, courtesy of the “Vodka for Dog People” sponsors at Tito’s. Attendees had the chance to snap a pic with their own furry friend, or one of the four-leggeds available for adoption that day from the Soffer and Fine Adoption Center. And refreshing ice pops from Cielito Artisan Pops gave the crowd a refreshing treat as they enjoyed all the entertainment. And then it was time for brunch.
Inside, two-legged and four-legged guests enjoyed more than just a delicious, “five-paw” rated meal. Attendees had yet another opportunity to win fabulous prizes with an exciting raffle, which had five amazing prizes up for grabs. But the beautiful Second Chance wall that lined the LEVEL THREE Venue was the true sight to see. Photos of dogs and cats that were saved by the Humane Society of Greater Miami adorned the walls, framing the “Second Chance At Love” grass wall backdrop. Throughout the course of the afternoon, dog and cat ornaments were added to the wall. These ornaments sported the names of future canine and feline residents that would be saved by the animal welfare organization thanks to those who pledged donations that day. This new fundraiser generated hundreds of additional dollars and ignited the room of heroes with a feel-good energy for the rest of the afternoon, highlighting the great success of this life-saving brunch.
A special thank you to the 2023 Brunch for the Animals Sponsors who helped make the day such a great success: Aventura Mall, LEVEL THREE Venue, David Ross and Henley, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Cielito Artisan Pops, Gencom, Miami Open, City of Sunny Isles Beach, drvn, Eddy + Roland at ONE Sotheby’s, Florida Blue, Kanguro Pet Insurance, Morris & Reynolds Insurance, Pet Bar, and Ruth’s Chris Steak House Aventura.
###
The Humane Society of Greater Miami is a limited admit, adoption- guarantee facility dedicated to placing every dog and cat in their care into a loving home, and to promoting responsible pet ownership and spay/neuter programs. Adoption guarantee means that every animal admitted to the shelter is free from the threat of euthanasia due to time, space or treatable medical issues. They provide shelter, food, veterinary care, and plenty of TLC while the dogs and cats wait for their permanent home, no matter how long it takes.
They have been helping homeless animals in Miami-Dade County since 1936 , offering programs and services to educate, inform and inspire people to take responsible care of their pets and treat animals with the kindness they deserve. With the support of people from across the county, they are helping to create a better community for all. They are a private, not-for-profit, 501 (c) (3) charitable animal welfare organization supported solely by programs and services, as well as donations, private grants and fundraising events.
ABOUT US:
For more Miami community news, look no further than Miami Community Newspapers. This Miami online group of newspapers covers a variety of topics about the local community and beyond. Miami’s Community Newspapers offers daily news, online resources, podcasts and other multimedia content to keep readers informed. With topics ranging from local news to community events, Miami’s Community Newspapers is the ideal source for staying up to date with the latest news and happenings in the area. Additionally, the newspaper has exclusive Miami community podcasts, providing listeners with an in-depth look into Miami’s culture. Whether you’re looking for local Miami news, or podcasts about the community, Miami’s Community Newspapers has you covered.
