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With the help of two great volunteers (Suzy and Toby) Sara and I were able to hold an open food pick up at our office on Saturday, January 16th. We had no inkling of an idea going in that morning we would be able to help feed over 200 animals in the span of just a little over two hours. Which brings our total of animals helped to over 1,000! Isn’t that a great accomplishment?
I always get so emotional when I think of all the animals that have been helped since the one fateful day I dreamed up the idea of Petey’s Promise. Thinking I surely had lost my mind, I emailed my dear friend Corinne about the crazy idea of starting a pet food bank. When she said it was a great idea, I turned to my forever partner in crime, Sara, with my crazy idea. Surely, she would talk me out of it. No chance! She was just as excited as I was, and instantly offered to help. Little did she know I would drag her just as deep into the depths of this as I went, and luckily for me she went along willingly.
You see, without help and support of friends and loved ones, like all of you, this would never have been possible. So, remember in these trying times to surround yourself with positive people who will not only encourage you to live your dream, but will hold your hand along the path just as my friends have.
For each person who joins iGive using this special link http://www.igive.com/welcome/warm_reg_promo.cfm?m=609144 and does just one qualified web search on our site between now and noon Thursday, we’ll give Petey’s Promise a dollar.
5,000 new members, $5,000. No purchase necessary. That’s 5,000 new members for all causes, not just yours, so it’s a bit of race.
Of course, if these new members search more (or buy something at an iGive store) they’ll earn even more money for Petey’s Promise. Right now, we’re donating a special $.02 per search and a bonus $5 for that first purchase plus the usual percentage.
Please share this link with friends, family and coworkers! http://www.igive.com/welcome/warm_reg_promo.cfm?m=609144
The details:
- Offer active between now and 11:59 a.m., January 21, 2010 (Chicago time).
- New members only (never have been an iGive member previously). All the normal rules of membership, searching, and
purchasing apply, our site has the details.
- Once we’ve given away $5,000 in total, the offer ends.
- The special link is important. No link, no qualified web search, no $1.
Need a Gift for the Person in Your Life Who Has Everything?
Having a problem finding the perfect gift? Tired of meaningless gifts that just fill up boxes under the tree? Why not give them the gift that keeps on giving all year long? Make a donation in their name to Petey’s Promise, and we will send them a gift confirmation or an email holiday thank you card letting them know how much their gift means.
When making a gift donation feel free to determine where that money will be spent by placing “food, administrative, supplies, etc..” in the notes line.
Donations can be made via PayPal
or by mailing in a check or money order to:
Petey’s Promise | PO Box 91 | Harrisburg, NC 28075
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Apparel Sale & Contest!
Want to wear what all the animal lovers are rocking on the fashion catwalk this year? Well, then check out our new T-shirt designs for your Christmas present needs!
As a bonus, we have decided to reward your charity awareness with an Apparel Sale and Contest on the Petey’s Promise store – every person that makes a purchase will be entered into a special December 24th drawing for a great prize package! On top of that, you receive a 10% discount on all purchases of $20 or more. Wait! Hold your applause!
Also, we are adding a little holiday spice to the contest by entering each person one time per item, not just once per purchase! There are no Grinches at Petey’s Promise.
USE CODE: HOL09
For 10% off your purchase of $20 or more enter the code HOL09 at checkout.
The end of the year is growing to a close, and that means several different things for a non-profit. First, we give praise that we have lasted one more year in this downtrodden economy and managed to feed almost 1,000 animals. Second, after the rosy glow of our accomplishments fade away, we have to get down to brass tacks and business.
Running a non-profit takes a lot of work, and we have to be very careful with our records to appease the government. Our annual board meeting will be held on Thursday, December 17th. This is our once-a-year sit down to discuss where we have been, and what our future holds. At this time I have to present the Board with all of our expenses for 2009, as well as a list of our financial donations and donors. Also, I must make sure that all receipts are in order and accounted for.
This same list, along with copies of checks and all financial records are turned over to our CPA for tax preparation. All 501c3 organizations are legally bound to disclose there tax records at the request of anyone. So, if you ever have a question about Petey’s Promise, or another charity, and how they spend their money, all you have to do is ask. If they don’t provide their records, report them to the Secretary of State and do not donate to them until they provide the requested documents.
There are a lot of good charities out there, but unfortunately, there are also a lot of “convenience” charities set up as tax shelters. So, be careful this Christmas as you are thinking about which non-profit you might want to help during the season of giving. Whether it be Petey’s Promise, or another cause that is dear to your heart, on behalf of all non-profits, we thank you for a great 2009!
So this post doesn’t contain photos of pets dressed in their Halloween costumes like you can see here, here and here, but shows creative pumpkin carvers and the dogs they were inspired by. Enjoy!
As you know from our previous updates, October is an incredibly busy month for Petey’s Promise. We were lucky enough to participate in the Greg Biffle Foundation Day, and even though it rained we still had a great time! By the way, if you haven’t bought your 2010 NASCAR Pets Calendar, you can log onto www.gregbifflefoundation.com and purchase one. We fell in love with all the beautiful animals on this year’s calendar, and it will make a great Christmas gift for almost anyone on your list.
Speaking of Christmas gifts, have you checked out our new t-shirts on our store yet? We have three new Petey’s Promise designs, and also will be featuring some shirts from the Guardians of Animals non-profit as well. Guardians of Animals is a leader in promoting “Puppy Mill Free America”, and we are excited about being able to work with them on not only their apparel, but their raffle as well. For just $20 you can purchase a raffle ticket to win a 2008 Ford F-150 XL truck. They are only selling 2,000 tickets, so your chances of winning are excellent. Soon you can purchase your tickets on the Petey’s Promise store. The drawing will be held December 15th, 2009. What a great Christmas surprise that would be for a loved one!
We have one more fundraiser to go this month. This Saturday, October 24th, is Dog’s Day Out at Les Meyer’s Park in Concord, NC. The day will include a Doggie Fun Zone, Contests (Obedience Contest at 11:45; Talent Contest at 12:15; Costume Contest at 1:15), Pet Photos, Information Booths, Vendor Booths, Veterinarian Village, Food, K9 Demos & MORE! Be sure you come out and stop by to tell us hello! We will be doing “Paw Readings” at our booth by the famous and amazing “Pet Whisperer”.
Also, don’t forget that anyone needing a dog house for this Winter can contact Petey’s Promise or Kitty City to sign up. They will be built this weekend at the Dog’s Day Out by Concord youth volunteers. This is a great project and we are so happy to see our youth taking a step to help their neighbors.
Okay, that’s it for now, but we will be back next week with photos from our October adventures.
Peace, Love & Paws,
Liz, Petey and the Petey’s Promise Staff
The Humane Society of Charlotte offers a free spay/neuter program to those who are income eligible. If you, or know anyone, who receives Unemployment Insurance, Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, Food Stamps, AFDC, Free School Lunch, or falls within the government’s poverty guidelines, two free surgeries are available. This includes FeLV/FIV testing for cats, heartworm testing for dogs, spay/neuter, vaccinations and microchip.
We’re not sure if Mecklenburg County residency is required. Please contact them to make sure you are eligible.
Click here for the form, which can be mailed, faxed or emailed to:
HSC Spay/Neuter Clinic
2646 Toomey Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28203
Fax: 704-333-6678
Email: spayneuter@humanesocietyofcharlotte.org
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Here is the third installment of pets in their Halloween costumes. Click to view our first and second Hallowen posts.
Want to add your pet to our website? Send a photo and your pet’s info to peteyspromise@gmail.com.
Have an email of pets in costumes that we don’t have? Forward that to us too!
Here is the second installment of pets in their Halloween costumes. Want to see our first post? Click here.
Want to add your pet to our website? Send a photo and your pet’s info to peteyspromise@gmail.com.
Have an email of pets in costumes that we don’t have? Forward that to us too!
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