2020 pet magazine

2020 PET MAGAZINE LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JANUARY 23, 2020 Page 53 Bakers are needed to share their favorite pies. Route 66 Garage Sale (June) Volunteers are needed to assist in sorting, cleaning, organizing and pricing donated items. In addition, individuals with vehicles are needed to pick up items from those unable to transport their donation. Pints for Paws (August) Serve as a celebrity bartender, competing with other celebrity bartenders to see who can solicit the most tips. Christmas Cookies and Bake Sale (December) Bakers are needed for cookies, cakes, brownies, breads, and more. Additionally, volunteers are needed the evening before the event to assist in boxing cookies for all pre- sales. Burger Bash (as announced) Serve food, clean tables, and act as an ambassador for HSLC at Culvers for approximately three hours. And finally, you can help with your generous donations. Burbage said that the community is very supportive, with many local organizations doing work to provide pet food and supplies. She noted this year one local veterinarian did an angel tree pet food drive and brought in more than 700 pounds of pet foods. Local school and youth organizations do pet food drives as a community service project. A number of children in the area have requested that friends give pet supplies instead of birthday gifts at their parties. Those efforts make a huge difference in the shelter’s ability to care for the animals and the donations are greatly appreciated. Annually, it takes about $100,000 to keep the shelter running. There are no paid employees at the shelter so that money is used strictly for overhead and maintenance at the shelter, and for the care of the animals. Animals that need vet care and medications are not turned away, the HSLC does what it takes to care for an animal regardless of what the cost may be. Fundraisers and public donations are invaluable. Anyone, at any time can make a cash donation directly. No matter how large or how small, every dollar donated is put to good use and greatly appreciated. If you’ve not been out to the HSLC shelter, now is a good time to go. Visit the facility and talk to the volunteers about what they do. All of the people are friendly and knowledgeable and enjoy sharing. But be prepared, the animals will win your heart in a moment. While you may not be able to take someone home, making a donation will mean that you have a personal stake in the wellbeing of those animals and have done your part to assure they find a good forever home. [Nila Smith]