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deonk1 · 03-17-2011, 06:07 AM

I think it's a great idea. There actually was recently a walk in protest/support/love for the Whistler 100 Huskies. I don't think any funds were raised, but there was a HUGE turnout. I was sad that I didn't get a chance to make it to it. I know a new petition to the government has come out of it, trying to make tougher laws for animal cruelty.

chandracz · 03-17-2011, 09:34 AM

I was thinking about doing a local shelter but I'm afraid people will want "their" shelter supported...

SophieKatesMom · 03-17-2011, 05:16 PM

I think it is a great idea, in fact if you did it in the Spring time Sophie Kate and I would come up and participate.

I have done a couple of 5k's and they are fun.

We could get a team of Yorkie Talk runners/walkers.

chandracz · 03-17-2011, 05:21 PM

That's what I was thinking too. I am doing one in June and it will be HOT, so spring would be better!

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Originally Posted by SophieKatesMom

I think it is a great idea, in fact if you did it in the Spring time Sophie Kate and I would come up and participate.

I have done a couple of 5k's and they are fun.

We could get a team of Yorkie Talk runners/walkers.

manolos mom · 03-17-2011, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by chandracz

This year I'm participating in a 5k run to help raise money for breast cancer. A light bulb went off. What if I try to set up or organize a run for animals where all the proceeds go to (this is where i'd love suggestions). Do you think I would be able to do this? I would donate all money towards the foundation we choose. What do you all think, do you think i've over reaching???

Great idea! Keep us posted, I will donate...

chandracz · 03-17-2011, 05:30 PM

Thank you so much I will keep everyone posted!

concretegurl · 03-17-2011, 05:35 PM

Excellent idea we do a lot of animal oriented fund raiser and events in my area-love them!
However if you have no experience in promoting an event, fund raising, don't let that discourage you...but get some people on board with it that have experience...set yourselves up for success (biggest thing to remember beg, plead, promote everyone into donations to minimize costs-free advertising, signs etc and everyone gets to say they donated it for their own promo). Know your demographics and promote from there: athletes and animal lovers...both donors, participants etc...

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Originally Posted by chandracz

Thanks! I was going to ask the people who started the 5k that I am participating in. I know they had to get a permit from our village. I would love any Illinois YTers to show up too. I'm still trying to iron out all the details but I would love to do it!!!

chandracz · 03-17-2011, 06:07 PM

This is the kind of advice I need and I have no problem begging for animals! LOL

concretegurl · 03-17-2011, 06:29 PM

Awh thank you, I really hope it helps, especially for such a noble cause anything animals is great! Hope you find some really knowledgeable people in your area to help spear head this event with you!

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Originally Posted by chandracz

This is the kind of advice I need and I have no problem begging for animals! LOL

chandracz · 03-18-2011, 07:02 AM

I'm going to call a local shelter next week to see if they know anything too.

03-17-2011, 06:07 AM	#16
deonk1 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Winnipeg, MB, Canada Posts: 1,795	I think it's a great idea. There actually was recently a walk in protest/support/love for the Whistler 100 Huskies. I don't think any funds were raised, but there was a HUGE turnout. I was sad that I didn't get a chance to make it to it. I know a new petition to the government has come out of it, trying to make tougher laws for animal cruelty. __________________ Kendra Harley, you were the light in my life, rest peacefully my love!

03-17-2011, 09:34 AM	#17
chandracz ♥I Luv my BaileyBlue♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,855	I was thinking about doing a local shelter but I'm afraid people will want "their" shelter supported... __________________ Chandra, Bailey Blue's mama

03-17-2011, 05:16 PM	#18
SophieKatesMom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canton, GA Posts: 3,242	I think it is a great idea, in fact if you did it in the Spring time Sophie Kate and I would come up and participate. I have done a couple of 5k's and they are fun. We could get a team of Yorkie Talk runners/walkers. __________________ Cheryl,Mom to SophieKate

03-17-2011, 05:30 PM	#21
chandracz ♥I Luv my BaileyBlue♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,855	Thank you so much I will keep everyone posted! __________________ Chandra, Bailey Blue's mama

03-17-2011, 06:07 PM	#23
chandracz ♥I Luv my BaileyBlue♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,855	This is the kind of advice I need and I have no problem begging for animals! LOL __________________ Chandra, Bailey Blue's mama

03-18-2011, 07:02 AM	#25
chandracz ♥I Luv my BaileyBlue♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,855	I'm going to call a local shelter next week to see if they know anything too. __________________ Chandra, Bailey Blue's mama