|
|
|
|
|
|
|
February 6, 2010
$62,000 was raised, to be split between
PACC911 and FACCS
The Phoenix Animal Care Coalition and Friends of Animal Care & Control (FACCs) partnered to recognize the hard work and dedication of rescue groups throughout Maricopa County during their Hope for the Animals luncheon. The luncheon, held at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, featured an art auction and an awards ceremony to honor Valley animal rescue groups. Money raised through this collaborative fundraising effort benefited PACC911 and FACCs, both of whom have made a great impact on animal welfare.
The event was highly successful bringing over 300 guests out to bid on the fabulous HOPE chests, painted by local valley artists, and many other treasures that were part of the silent and live auctions. Raffle bags were sold by the hundreds and a fabulous fresh water pearl necklace and earrings valued at $1,250 was the coveted prize!
(donated by G. Darrel Olsen jewelers) All guests received a Keepsake program book as they checked in. This coveted book is a great resource reference providing contact information to the many PACC Partner rescue groups and many emergency hotlines for animal issues and problems. It is also an informational guide giving important information such as toxic foods for animals, tips for keeping animals healthy and more!
Rescue organizations had submitted nominations for the Treva Slote HOPE award to be awarded to the outstanding volunteers in the community. Three dedicated rescue volunteers who were finalists vied for this honor: Kim Bruck of AZ Basset Hound Rescue, Juanita Enjoli of Foothills Animal Rescue, and Terri Wood of APARN (Pug rescue). The winner was Kim Bruck, who was humbly honored to be in esteemed company!
Special Guests at the event included Nancy Phelan, who was recognized for her outstanding work in Rocky Point, Mexico. Nancy, helped to change the culture for the animals in this part of Mexico and has set a new standard of care and concern. Lt. Col. Jay Kopelman of the USMC and author of the book, From Bagdad with Love, was a keynote speaker. He attended the event with Lava, the dog he rescued while on his tour of duty and brought back to the states from Iraq.
PACC911 and FACCs had a great experience working in tandem on this event and will divide the proceeds equally to benefit the Snap spay/neuter program offered by Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, and PACC911's Emergency Medical Fund benefiting the many PACC911 partner groups! Both of these vital programs help to save lives thru spay/neuter, medical care and adoptions.
PACC911 thanks FACCs for a great partnership, with special thanks to Cory Mandall Video for the great video provided, Biltmore Proprint for the invitations provided, Beyond Zebra for the graphics provided, Alicia Keltner for the progam book layout, and of course our sponsors and donors for their support.
About the Awards
Best Adoption Story requirements were that the NEW HOPE animal was adopted at a PACC911 adoption event.
Treva Slote HOPE Award
Recognizing one of the PACC Partners' outstanding volunteers, this person exemplifies the hard work and dedication that makes such a difference to the animals. The Treva Slote Hope Award has been so named to honor and memorialize a local pioneer and legend. Treva Slote paved the way for the compassionate work done today by more than 80 individual rescue organizations and shelters.
Over 50 years ago, arriving in Phoenix as a young woman, Treva realized the need for humane care and treatment for the animals who were injured or abondoned. At that time, any strays were picked up and taken to the county pound, which was then nothing more than a catch and kill facility. There was no concern for the welfare of the animals, but rather a mentality of them as nuisances, with a need to remove them from the streets. There were no laws then to protect them. Treva changed all that. Her 50 year legacy leaves behind the founding of The Arizona Humane Society, the founding of the AZSPCA, legislation protecting animals from cruel and inhumane treatment, and inspired Hope Emergency Animal Rescue (HEAR).
Hope Emergency Animal Rescue (HEAR) is a newly formed nonprofit 501-c3 organization specifically created to continue the life-saving programs established by that great humanitarian, Treva Slote. The first one now operating is the Emergency Service Program (ESP) as originally designed by Treva. A good samaritan, police officer, or fireman can rescue an injured or sick stray animal off the street and take it to the nearest 24-hour Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC for treatment at NO COST. A designated highly trained person will be available at (602) 350-5859 to answer and advise 24/7. No sentient being should be left to suffer and die in a gutter or be left in traffic to be struck repeatedly by other vehicles. Some of these animals will find safe haven at HEAR's sanctuary, rehabilitated and available for public adoption.
Over ten years ago, Treva alone went to rescue a dog who had been hit by a car in South Phoenix. It was 2am. She found the Dalmation in the street. Two police officers came to assist as she was loading the dog into her vehicle. They were on the side of Broadway Road as a drunk and illegal driver smashed into the back of the car, hitting Treva and the officers. Treva fought for her life for many weeks and lost her leg as a result of the accident. Her first words upon regaining consciousness were, "Did the dog survive?" Sadly, he had not. Treva's work surely did not end with this tragic event, but instead continued with vigor. She wheeled her chair into many courtrooms to testify against animal cruelty cases and she fought for the animals until she died, earlier in 2007.
It is PACC911's honor to name the award in memory of Treva Slote, as many pioneers of today continue to selflessly work to save and protect the innocent animals in need. Treva's legacy continues through each of them.
|
|
|
