THE SHOALS-From our hearts to yours. Chloe’s Fund Volunteers work very hard to keep the Fund up and running so that animals in need can be helped (often in emergencies). Our Volunteers spend hours baking and making homemade crafts for you to support the animals. These homemade treats will be available from 8am-2pm on Friday, February 14 at the Florence-Lauderdale Government Building, located at 102 S. Court Street (the building with time and temperature on top) in downtown Florence. Come early – and buy a heart (or two!) All proceeds from these sales benefit Chloe’s Fund in helping with medical expenses for local animals and many at Florence Lauderdale Animal Services.
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.
With your continued help, Chloe’s Fund can keep saving the lives of hundreds of animals!
Media Release/Debby Nelson or Lisa Rim
