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Join us on Saturday, September 14th in North East Community Park in North East, MD. This huge annual fundraiser helps us acquire the funds we need to cover rescue expenses for the year. We appreciate your support in helping us save more deserving dogs from high kill shelters, provide them with the medical care they need and place them with loving families.
Join us for a day of FREE family and dog fun, vendors, demonstrations, raffles, entertainment, food trucks, and more!
The event itself is free to attend! Registration by August 25th is required to participate in the walk around the park and receive a commemorative event t-shirt. Your registration fee helps us raise the much needed funds to save as many dogs as possible from euthanasia and help them get the life and care they deserve.
Well-behaved, leashed furry family members are always welcome.
Why participate? Why donate?
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This event provides House of Hope with the majority of the funding we rely upon for the following year to fulfill our mission to save the lives of dogs who, through no fault of their own, find themselves in high-kill shelters.
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100% of the funds raised go to our dogs. Your donation and fundraising efforts help pay for medical treatment, transportation, and foster supplies.
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85% of our dogs are heartworm positive. The treatment averages $1,500 per dog while our adoption fees are only 20% of this cost alone.
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House of Hope frequently donates dogs to be trained as emotional support or service dogs and we don't charge in those situations.
Register Here
Individual Registration
Yes! I'll be there to join in the fun!
Register by August 25th to receive your commemorative event t-shirt!
Create or Join a Team
The more the merrier! Join an existing team or start your own.
Add on items available for pre-purchase
House of Hope Bandana
$5 each as an optional purchase in registration
Homemade Soy Wax Candles
$18 each
Must be present to collect at event.
Click "Register" and add this registration option to your cart. This will be an option for event registration AND a candle.
Leaderboard
Leaderboard
Paws in the Park Schedule of Events
Food Trucks
Over 70 vendors
Face Painting
Extreme Balloon Presentations
Games for the pups and the kiddos
Contests... with PRIZES
Raffles, raffles, and more raffles
Academy of Dog Training Agility Demos
and so much more!
Schedule of Events
We get it, we are excited too! More information to come as things are finalized, in the meantime, here are some things that you can expect:
9a-10a - Walk registration, pick up your swag bags and get ready to walk around the park with us
10:15a - Official walk start - Want a free raffle ticket? Walk all 4 laps, collect 4 stamps, receive a free ticket!
10a-2p - FaceTime Face Painting
11a-2p - Magic show, puppet show, and balloon creations
Photo Set Up by the Water: Cute photo backdrop by the water
Vendor Shopping: Vendors set up throughout the event
Yard Sale: HOH Yard Sale table to shop, all proceeds go to HOH
Kids Games and Crafts: Free activities for kids to participate in and take home
Cornhole: Boards set up for your enjoyment
Raffle Information
So you've heard we have the best selection of raffles and prizes, right? Here is some information on tickets, timing, and getting your winnings.
Types of raffles at the event:
Prize raffles: Hundreds of baskets, gift cards, tickets, and other items
50/50: Split the cash prize
How to purchase raffle tickets:
Before the event: You can pre-purchase raffle tickets for prize raffle only through event registration as an add-on purchase. You'll pick these up the day of the event in the raffle pavilion.
Day of the event: Head over to the Raffle Pavilion anytime from 9am to 1pm to purchase tickets, scope out the goods, and place your tickets in the respective bag for your desired item
For 50/50 tickets, there will be volunteers walking around the event selling these.
When & how to bid on things:
- Between 9am and 1pm head over to the raffle pavilion to grab your tickets and bid on your favorite items.
- Write your assigned number on the back of your ticket, this is what will be called to announce the winner.
- Place your ticket(s) in the designated bag for the item
How do you know if you've won and how can you collect your winnings?:
- Raffle winner announcements will take place from 2p-3p at the Raffle Pavilion
- You do not need to be present at the time of drawing
- If you hear your number, come on up to grab your winnings
- If you are not present, our Raffle leader to reach out to confirm winning and provide information on getting your prize(s)
Prizes
We are adding new contests this year, please continue to check back for updates!
Top Individual Fundraiser
Top Team Fundraiser with each member raising $50+
Largest Walking Team
Best Dog Costume
Most Talented Dog Tricks
Top 3 Finalists in Dog Musical Hoops
Thank You to Our Sponsors
We really couldn't do this without you
BIG DOG CLUB $10,000
Top Dog $5,000
Leader of the Pack $2,500
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Wiggle Butt $1,000
Lucky Lab $500
Furry Friend $250
Tail Wagger $100
In Loving Memory Of:
| Pasturski & Lucy | Gunner Lee Goodman | Chester | Alexus | Mason & Dixie | Tug | Sylvie | Kaye Gebert | Mary and Rick Schriber| Bobby Clifton | Max, Zoe, Rio, & Griffin | Mason, Rhea, & Mocha | Fernando Jacobs | Max, Freya, & Hunter | Ernie & Elaine Sheldon | Jennifer Reyna | Jodie | Davey | Abbey & Coltrane | Cinda | Junior, Cody, Bailey, Queenie, and Ami Felix| Wrigley| Linda Smith| Nolan and Parker | Buddha | Amanda Deaver | Trevor | Sonny Boy | Maggie | Bonnie | Sophie |Chewy, Sunshine, Little Bit, Ivy, and Gracie |
Vendors
Tastefully Simple
Baysidesands
REMAX VISION/SUPERDUTY FENCING
Senior Dog Sanctuary of Maryland
PAMPEREDPOOCH
Joxer's Foster's
Purposeful Creations LLC
Calming Candleworks
Sit Means Sit Dog Training
Lucky Dawg
Riverly Rae Jewelry LLC
Maryland Farm Girl Co
AngusInk
8 Paws 2 Hands
Luna's House, Inc.
PaperPie
Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding
Coastal Creations
Craftique by Bee
Door2Door - Home Decor
Sunshine Freshies By Ray
Sew Extraordinary
Pampered Chef
Peppertree Designs
CCPS - Judy Center
Sublime Alchemy LLC
Cecil County Department of Emergency Services
Moonlight Freshies
First State Urgent Vet
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Timberview Kennels
The Pawsitively Pampered Pet
Parker's Pals
Labs, Lax, Love
Middle Atlantic Springer Spaniel Rescue
Cecil County Sheriff's Office
PAWS for People
Urban Arm Candy Bracelets
SDS-CraftD-Lady
Rising Sun Mobile Veterinary Clinic
Wags & Whiskers Crafts
Level Up K9
Angela’s Crafty Creations
Bob's Woodcrafts
Anna Maria's Shimmering Bling
Key Fobs Save Lives
Scentsy
REEDS RESCUE
Pink Zebra
Pluto’s Candy Jar LLC
The Mandala Dot Shop
Dumpster Cats Rescue League
Duke's Blankets
Brienne Bath & Beauty
JDX Construction
Art by Miss t
Stella & Chewy's
Renee's Rescues, Incorporated
Rebecca's Reusable Pet Bags
MAE Woodcraft
Beans, Leaves, Etc
Glitter & Oil LLC
Mid- Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue
Bow Tie Atticus
Natalie's Pet Designs
Busy Beads
Chunk Pet Bandanas
Autumn Lake Health Care at Calvert Manor
Busy B Creations
Mason Dixon K9
J & Co. Dog Rescue
Chesapeake Feline Association
Upper Bay Museum
Food Trucks
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about Fundraising
What’s the online fundraising deadline?
Cut off to win a fundraising related prize is Thursday, September 12. Of course, we continue to welcome all donations! We tally all dollars raised within a week of the event, you can continue sharing and raising more funds until then!
How do I win cool prizes?
Visit our event website for opportunities to win valuable prizes for reaching fundraising goals.
What if a friend wants to make a donation after the online fundraising deadline?
Donation links will remain active, you can always refer supporters to our website and PayPal as well!
What is the HOH Tax ID number?
45-1676778
Can I drop off donations at the Event?
Yes, please deliver all donations to the foster tent. Common donation items include: Purina Pro Plan dog food, pee pads, tennis balls, toys for tough chewers, etc.
Questions about the Event
Can I bring my dog(s)?
Yes! If your dog is well-mannered, leashed, and up-to-date on vaccinations, we'd love to see them there! We ask that female dogs that are in season not attend. All dogs should be sociable and comfortable in crowds. For your safety and the safety of your dog, we kindly request that you not bring your dog on a retractable leash. Water stations will be provided throughout the park.
Can I attend without my dog? Yes!
Can I bring a dog that wasn't rescued by House of Hope?
Yes! All dogs who meet above mentioned criteria are welcome.
Will dogs be available for adoption at the Event?
Yes! Fosters will bring dogs available for adoption. Look for dogs with "adopt me" bandanas. If interested, please complete our online adoption application prior to the Event. All normal adoption procedures will still apply.
Will I get a T-Shirt?
Yes! All walk participants who register before midnight on August 25, 2024 will get a Paws in the Park Event T-Shirt.
What’s the online registration deadline to get my exclusive Paws in the Park Fundraiser T-shirt?
Custom T-shirts will be ordered only for those who register before midnight on August 25, 2024.
Can I purchase a Paws in the Park Fundraiser T-shirt at the event?
Sorry, but no. If you want an exclusive event T-shirt, you must register online before midnight on August 25, 2024. However, we will have HOH merchandise available for purchase at the merch tent.
What is the registration fee on the day of the event?
$35 for adults, $10 for children
Will there be food?
Absolutely! Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the walk. No alcohol will be sold or permitted.
If I arrive late, can I join the 1M walk through the park?
Every effort is made to start the walk on time. We encourage everyone to arrive early.
Additional questions?
Email us at info@hohanimalrescue.org
In-Kind Donations
Herrs |Teddy the Dog |Oriental Trading |Bark Box |Sore no More |Nylabone | One by One Imprint, Kong | Embark | Benebone | Glad Dogs Foundation | Hair Cuttery Elkton | Great Wolf Lodge
Home Depot | Friendly's |Adorn that door wreaths | 4Knines | Farmhouse Fresh | Julie Ellyn Designs | Lowes