At a party on November 8, Rational Animal presented representatives from ten APOs with checks for money raised at this year's Gimme Shelter Rock & Rescue NYC benefit concert.
Photo by Rick Edwards
Mayor's Alliance Acknowledges Generous Fundraising Efforts
Raising money to help homeless animals is becoming quite a trend in New York City, and we want to acknowledge those caring individuals whose recent efforts raised much-needed funds for the Mayor's Alliance efforts to save lives.
Rational Animal
Rational Animal President Susan Brandt presented checks to the ten Mayor's Alliance Participating Organizations (APOs) designated by Rational Animal as beneficiaries of its October 6 Gimme Shelter Rock & Rescue NYC benefit concert in New York City. The presentation ceremony/party took place on Saturday, November 8. Susan and Rational Animal volunteers were on hand, as were Mayor's Alliance President Jane Hoffman and representatives of the ten recipient rescue organizations. Donated beds and food for dogs and cats were also presented to the groups.
New York Tails
Magazine publisher Diane West, whose New York Tails magazine has been a long-time supporter of the Mayor's Alliance, donated a portion of the magazine's 2008 subscription proceeds to the Alliance. Diane presented a ceremonial check to the Alliance at this year's Village Halloween Parade just moments before the celebrated animal float bearing costumed celebrants, including the Maddie's Fund mascot, set out on the parade route.
New York Tails publisher Diane West presented Steve Gruber. Director of Communications for the Mayor's Alliance, with a check at the annual Village Halloween Parade.
Jules Shear
Singer/songwriter Jules Shear, who created and hosted the first season of MTV Unplugged, donated part of the proceeds from his 2008 appearances at The Cutting Room in New York City to the Mayor's Alliance. Jules' recently released CD More on Funzalo Records features Jules and his rescue Beagle Cosimo on its cover.
Today she shares her home with two rescued cats, Margot and Abigail. Recognizing that she's not alone, Caroline is heartened by the increasing popularity of pet adoption in the West Village. "People are proud to share their rescue and adoption stories," she says.
Her dedication to the Picasso Veterinary Fund of the Mayor's Alliance was spurred when her friend and neighbor, Michael Adams, adopted Pym, a Golden Retriever, from Long Island Golden Retriever Rescue (LIGRR), an Alliance Participating Organization. "She's an amazing dog and this adoption was meant to be," Caroline remarks. "But before she could be adopted, she needed treatment for an upper respiratory infection. I really appreciate what LIGRR did for Pym and what the Picasso Veterinary Fund is doing to allow other dogs and cats the chance to get the care they need — so they can find good homes once they are well."
For his part, Michael is grateful for the dedicated care Pym receives from Caroline. "I never worry that she will be well-cared-for when I'm away for the day or traveling. She always goes the extra mile to treat Pym like her own pet — I know she's in great hands."
Thanks to Caroline's creativity and dedication to the Picasso Veterinary Fund, more dogs and cats are getting great care – and more grateful people will find their four-legged best friends.
To find out how you can support the fund with your donations or volunteer efforts, visit www.PicassoVeterinaryFund.org.
Sales of custom-painted figurines — some created by celebrities, such as this piece by Seth Rogan — benefit the Picasso Veterinary Fund.
Osaka Popstar Devil Dog
The Osaka Popstar Devil Dog Art Show, held to rave reviews on October 31 at The Showroom Gallery in New York City, donated a portion of its proceeds to the Picasso Veterinary Fund of the Mayor's Alliance. The online gallery is still open and many incredible pieces are still available through the holidays and into the new year. The custom-painted figurines make excellent gifts.
The Mayor's Alliance wishes to thank these donors, and all the caring individuals and businesses that so generously supported our work to save lives in 2008!
