Good News Notes: “Bombas has found a way to make a profit in selling socks while helping those in need.” “Bombas co-founder Randy Goldberg joined FOX Business’ “After the Bell” on Friday to discuss how his company is trying to do some good in the world.” “The model of Bombas is ‘pretty simple,’ Goldberg said. ‘For every pair of…
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Vance animal shelter waives all adoption fees thanks to donor’s gift
Good News Notes: “An anonymous donor in Vance County is covering the costs of matching hard-to-adopt dogs and cats with new owners.” “According to the Vance County Animal Shelter, more dogs and cats come into the shelter daily than leave it.” “According to Nobles, some animals are surrendered because a child developed a pet allergy….
Anonymous backer matching donations to Lake Humane Society for Giving Tuesday
Good News Notes: “An anonymous donor has agreed to match donations to the Lake Humane Society to $50,000.” “The donation match applies to monetary gifts made until Dec. 3. It’s all part of Giving Tuesday.” “There are also giving trees at the shelter, as well as Ganley Subaru East in Wickliffe, and Ganley Subaru Village…
Why Richmond animal shelter kennels are empty on Thanksgiving will make your holiday
Good News Notes: “Officials with Richmond Animal Care and Control (RACC) are counting their blessings during the Thanksgiving holiday.” “That is because families are fostering all of the shelter’s 67 homeless pets over Thanksgiving.” “Shelter officials said the dog survived two surgeries, which were funded by the RACC Foundation.” View the whole story here: https://wtvr.com/2019/11/28/richmond-animal-care-and-control-thanksgiving-foster/
North Carolina animal shelter makes special Thanksgiving meal for shelter cats and dogs
Good News Notes: “Thanksgiving has gone to dogs at one North Carolina animal shelter.” “The New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit shared photos of a very special Thanksgiving meal prepared just for the animals at the shelter.” “The shelter reminds pet owners to make sure any food you give your pets is safe for…
Denver opens warming shelters, resources for homeless during snowstorm
Good News Notes: “As a heavy snow blanketed the region Monday night into Tuesday, those experiencing homelessness in Denver who are looking to get out of the elements have a few options for seeking shelter, city officials suggested.” “Denver was hit with 5 to 10 inches of snow overnight with more expected to accumulate Tuesday.“ “Denver…
Charlotte Animal Shelter Waiving Adoption Fees
Good News Notes: “Right now all adoption fees are waived. Those costs are usually a $100 or higher” “They are offering this special early because if these animals aren’t adopted euthanization may be the next option” “The shelter has both big and small dogs available, as well as, kittens and larger cats” View the whole…
Pocatello Animal Shelter gives away 119 cats during free adoption event
Good News Notes: “The Pocatello Animal Shelter began offering free cat and kitten adoptions Nov. 5 thanks to a national animal welfare organization.” “Over the last five days, the shelter has adopted out 119 cats, clearing the shelter.” “Best Friends Animal Society covered the cost of adoptions during this event. Sixty-seven kittens and 52 cats…
Chicago Restaurants Continue Donations for Domestic Violence Victims
Good News Notes: “A campaign started by workers in Chicago’s food and beverage sector to raise money and items like clothing, toiletries, and other personal goods for domestic violence shelters continues through Thursday.” “The organizers, the same folks behind May’s domestic violence fundraiser (which generated more than $18,000), now want to increase the number of beds for domestic…
Sevier Animal Shelter Director: ‘It’s just one small miracle after another this whole year’
Good News Notes: “A milestone is just days away for an East Tennessee animal shelter. The Sevier Animal Care Center soon marks one year of finding forever homes for cats and dogs.” “Since the end of September, Thomas says, in total the shelter has taken in 1,870 animals.” “This upcoming year, there are plans to…