April eNews: Open for spring events and adoption specials

Updates from Seattle Humane        April 2019 eNews April is all about new beginnings    This Monday was a miracle. Rewind 343 days when Squiggles came to Seattle Humane. Unlike other exuberant puppies, Squiggles was terribly frightened of the world. Squiggles had suffered abuse, was terrified of men, and heartbreak was all he knew. Squiggles had a long way to go to learn he was safe and loved. Our shelter staff and volunteers jumped in to teach this sweet boy that life can be great. Seattle Humane staff worked with him every day to desensitize him to his fears and triggers. Squiggles grew braver and made friends. Eventually he was ready for our Foster-to-Adopt program where he finally met his person. Squiggles' foster dad and now adopter named him Rusty. Rusty spent 340 days with us, a long time for a dog under 2. But now he'll have the lifetime of love and home he deserved all along. Thanks to you, Seattle Humane can give pets like Rusty the chance to overcome their challenges – medical and behavioral  – for their new beginnings. With some time and TLC, anything is possible.    Support Our Mission: Tuxes & Tails tickets on sale now  You only have until April 8 to get early bird pricing on Tuxes & Tails tickets!Our 30th Annual Gala is coming up on Saturday, May 11. All event proceeds benefit pets in need at Seattle Humane. This is your chance to dress your best and say cheers to saving pets! Event highlights include a live and silent auction, wine toss, kitten cuddle booths, a pet runway and more! Be prepared for an exquisite night with dozens of adoptable pets strutting their stuff and cuteness all around. Tickets and tables are available here. The Tulip Ride is almost here You still have a couple of weeks to register for the Tulip Ride coming up on Saturday, April 27. The Tulip Ride brings together hundreds of motorcyclists from all across Western Washington for a scenic ride benefitting Seattle Humane that ends at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. This year's ride also has a big lineup of pet-loving celebrity guests who you can meet with the VIP package! Learn more and register here. Save the date for GiveBIG on May 8! It's springtime in Seattle! First comes showers and flowers, next comes bees and baseball, and then we have GiveBIG! Save the date to save pets in need and GiveBIG for the animals on Wednesday, May 8. New ways to GiveBIG in 2019: Create a fundraiser for Seattle Humane through givebig2019.org Launch a corporate campaign Give through your Donor Advised Fund No matter how you support Seattle Humane this spring, gifts from animal lovers like you make a BIG difference in the lives of so many pets and people. Early giving opens on April 23. Learn more at givebig2019.org. Upcoming Employment Opportunities We're hiring! If you are interested in applying or know someone who is, go to seattlehumane.org/employment. Be sure to revisit our employment page this summer as well for even more employment opportunities. April Pet Spotlight: Meet Trudeau! Meet Trudeau, a 6-year-old Labrador Retriever! Trudeau came to us when his owner had to move and could not take him. He's understandably subdued in the shelter setting, having previously lived in a home. His foster mom reports that he's gentle, affectionate and calm in the house. We are looking for a patient adopter who will take the time to understand his needs and be his best pal. Trudeau can live with adults and dog-savvy teenagers but he must be the only dog in the home. Trudeau is currently in a foster home but you can call Seattle Humane at 425-649-7563 to set up a meeting! Are you a leader of the pack? We're excited to announce the launch of our new donor program, Leader of the Pack. Leader of the Pack members are compassionate and generous animal lovers whose gifts provide the foundation of the life-saving work we do. They contribute $1,000 and more in a calendar year, and by doing so are eligible to enjoy special opportunities for engagement and experience first-hand the impact they are making on the lives of animals at Seattle Humane. For more information about becoming a Leader of the Pack, contact Lisa Huang, Major Gifts Officer, at 425-274-1507 or email LisaHuang@seattlehumane.org. What you may not know about giving to charities this tax season Are you 70 1/2 or older and required to make a minimum distribution from your IRA? Typically, required IRA distributions are taxed. But you can give up to $100,000 from your IRA directly to a favorite charity or cause, such as Seattle Humane, without paying any income taxes on the money. And any amount, large or small, can be given under this provision at any time of year before December 31. To learn more, click here or contact Scott Fraser, Esq., Major and Planned Giving Director, at (425) 373-5387 or scott@seattlehumane.org. Adoption Promotions Seattle Humane's mission is to save lives and complete families, and we're doing just that with timely adoption promotions to help make pet companionship accessible for all. April 12-14 Game of Homes  Only one ruler can win the throne and none are as worthy as a pet! Take $25 off all adoption fees.  See adoptable pets» April 24-26  Purrrrks of Being a Wallflower Shy cats blossom into the most wonderful companions. Seattle Humane is waiving adoption fees for any "wallflower" cat.    See adoptable pets» April 30 | National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day!  Take 25 percent off all pet adoption fees.    See adoptable critters»   FOLLOW US    13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 | Tel: (425) 641-0080 Seattle Humane © 2019 All rights reserved. Donate | Forward to a friend | Visit our website | View in browser | Unsubscribe