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Mid-Year Momentum: A Look Back at a Strong Start
Grants, community support, and fundraising wins mark a successful first half.

Hi friends,
As we cross the halfway point of the year—and the height of kitten season—we’re excited to report a strong start. In just six months, we’ve secured multiple grants, received incredible community support, and launched our biggest fundraisers to date.
Thanks to a generous grant from the Summerlee Foundation in February, we were able to spay or neuter 100 feral, community, and stray cats in Q2. This critical support directly helps curb overpopulation and aligns with our mission to promote humane care. We’re deeply grateful to Summerlee and other grantors who make this impact possible.
On the fundraising front, our Charity Day Sales event at Belk was a hit. We raised $1,500, connected with wonderful supporters, and even secured a sponsor for an upcoming event collaboration. It’s been a season of progress—and we’re just getting started.
Spay/Neuter | Friendly | TNR |
---|---|---|
This Year | 50 | 223 |
We closed out June with a great showing:
Participated in the vendor market at Anderson Creek Clubhouse during the community’s Fourth of July celebration.
Hosted our second Paint Your Pet event of the year at Static Line Brewing Company—thank you to everyone who joined in!
Teamed up with Zoomies for another successful puzzle competition at Havoc Brewing Company, raising both funds and fun.
Big Things Popping:
🎟️ Our Reverse 50/50 Raffle just hit 100 tickets sold! Jackpot? A cool $5,000. Haven’t grabbed yours yet? There’s still time—and yes, it’s totally worth telling your crew. 🐾 Every dollar fuels animal welfare: spays, neuters, and bigger K9 traps for the trickiest tail-chasers. 🐾
🎤 Also… surprise! We’re putting on a Comedy Show. Early bird tickets are officially live. And because you’re on our list, you get 25% off (VIP perks, baby). Check your inbox for the code!
Together, we’re making tails wag and communities smile—thanks for being part of the journey. More good things ahead!
→ Join us. The animals are counting on it.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tickets are on sale until August 1st. 100 already gone. Get yours!
@Dennis A Wicker Center | 1801 Nash St, Sanford, NC 27330
@Dennis A Wicker Center | 1801 Nash St, Sanford, NC 27330
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