Humane Society Calumet Area Critter Carnival Success in 2017

Humane-Society-Calumet-Area-Critter-Carnival-Success-2017_01The Humane Society Calumet Area hosted their annual gala event, the Critter Carnival, on March 25 at the Munster Performing Arts Center. The event was a huge success and an enjoyable night for all who attended. The gala raised over $57,000 for both the Humane Society Calumet Area and the Moraine Ridge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Stephanie Anderson, development associate, said, “It was a success because we have a great community of supporters who love animals and stand behind the work done at the Humane Society Calumet Area.”

Humane-Society-Calumet-Area-Critter-Carnival-Success-2017_02320 people were in attendance for the event. This was the first time in event history that the gala sold out a few weeks before it took place. Guests were able to bid on items during the silent auction, hold adoptable puppies, take pictures at the photo booth, and taste beers from Three Floyd’s Brewing. There also was a wildlife table set up for the guests to learn more about what the wildlife center does. They had a wide variety of ambassador animals at the table for the guests to see.

“I think it was a great opportunity for people to learn about our wildlife center and the great work being done there. I think many people aren’t aware that we have a wildlife center and that it is one of the few in Northern Indiana,” said Anderson.

Humane-Society-Calumet-Area-Critter-Carnival-Success-2017_03The Humane Society Calumet Area is grateful for all of the hard work the donors, volunteers, sponsors, and staff put into the Critter Carnival.

“Everyone that attended the event has a connection with and love of animals. It is really great to see everyone come together to help benefit the animals at both our shelter and wildlife center,” said Molly Dunne, marketing and events coordinator.