Dooley’s fund-raising auction in Kirkland raises $7,500 to support animals
Published 3:42 pm Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Dooley’s Fourth Annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction took place on Aug. 11 and animal lovers lined up at the Grape Choice to join in for a pawsatively wonderful evening.
Dooley’s Dog House teamed up with The Grape Choice to plan and present this special fund raiser, benefitting Kirkland Off-Leash Dog Group (KDOG) and Pasado’s Safe Haven.
KDOG is an all-volunteer organization building Kirkland’s first dog park. Pasado’s Safe Haven is one of the premier animal rescue organizations in the country, dedicated to 24-hour rescue and rehabilitation of dogs, cats, and farm animals.
Event goers sampled outstanding wines and great food, and had the opportunity to meet the sweet dogs and cats up for adoption. While bidding on fabulous auction items, guests were treated to the musical talents of Marilyn & the G Strings.
Nearly $7,500 was raised, with the proceeds shared between the two non-profit groups. This fund raiser was made possible by the generosity of the event hosts, Larry Springer, Penny Sweet, and Chuck and Marti Bartlett.
The money raised at the event is also the result of auction donors. KDOG and Pasado’s Safe Haven are very grateful for these donors and all of the event attendees who bid on the silent auction items.
