–Chloe’s Fund is asking for your help again! There seems to be no shortage of sick and/or injured animals in need of medical care; and the Veterinary bills just add up. This year we’ve already assisted so many animals and Chloe’s Fund must replenish its bank account! We love bringing our Bake Sale(s) to you; our home baked goodies are always a hit – cookies, cakes, pies and candy, whatever you have a sweet tooth for. We’ll have Gift Baskets and assorted presents to purchase for animal lovers as well. The Chloe’s Fund Bake Sale will be available from 8am-2pm on Friday, May 10 at the Florence-Lauderdale Government Building, located at 102 S. Court Street (the building with time and temperature on top) in downtown Florence.
Chloe’s Fund was started in March of 2017 after Shelter volunteers, Glen and Debby Nelson lost their beloved dog of 16 years, Chloe. After Chloe’s passing, Debby set out on a mission to help as many sick and injured Florence-Lauderdale Animal Shelter animals as possible. Since its inception, Chloe’s Fund vetted countless number of cats and dogs suffering from various illnesses and in need of medical attention and medication. Prior to Chloe’s Fund, the Florence Lauderdale Animal Shelter could not treat every unwell cat or dog that entered its doors. Their only hope was the possibility of a rescue organization stepping up and financing the needed veterinary care. For those animals with costly medical bills predicted and no rescue hero in sight, our dedicated shelter employees were faced with heartbreaking decisions; these decisions never get easier and no one ever willingly wants to make them.
Don’t forget your homemade treats are available from 8am-2pm on Friday, May 10 at the Florence-Lauderdale Government Building, located at 102 S. Court Street (the building with time and temperature on top) in downtown Florence. With your help, Chloe’s Fund will continue to help save the lives of hundreds of animals. We thank you for your generosity and hope that we can count on you.
Media Release/Melanie Orseske
