.JPG) WHAT: The Million Paws Walk is the RSPCA’s major national fundraiser. Every year in May over 60,000 people and 25,000 dogs hit the pavement to raise much needed funds for the RSPCA. It’s a fun day out for the whole family and helps the RSPCA extend a helping paw to animals in need.
WHEN: Sunday May 16, 2010
WHERE: There are 70 walks around Australia and one in every capital city – visit www.millionpawswalk.com.au for locations or contact your nearest RSPCA
WHY: Last year the number of animals cared for by the RSPCA in Australia reached a 15 year high and cruelty complaints jumped by more than 15%. That’s 161,994 dogs, cats, horses, goats, pigs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, turtles, chickens, birds, sheep, kangaroos, possums, wombats , koalas (just to name a few!) seeking refuge in our shelters and 49,494 complaints of cruelty and neglect investigated by our inspectors. 98% of the RSPCA’s national funding comes from public donations and fundraisers like the Million Paws Walk. That’s why your support is so important.
HOW: You can register online at www.millionpawswalk.com.au. You can also start a fundraising page for your pooch and get your friends and family behind you! There are great prizes to be won. |
