City of Mesquite recently issued the following announcement.
Thanks to the generous hearts of Greater Mesquite area citizens and the love many have for their pets (alive or in memory), The Women’s History and Culture Center (WHCC) contest and fundraiser was a big success. WHCC President Carol Saldivar, and Founder/Board Chair Jean Watkins, presented donations to three organizations that work to improve the lives of animals in our community.
The contributions to Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue, We Care for Animals, and Friends of Mesquite Animal Shelter were presented at the recent Mesquite City Council Meeting Community members submitted applications for 33 dogs, 22 cats, and two donkeys to Preen Your Pet. Friends and animal lovers voted in drop boxes at Danielle’s Chocolates & Popcorn, The Front Porch Flowers & Gifts, and The UPS Store on Pioneer. Votes were $1.00 each.
Many votes and a community that cares made it possible for WHCC to distribute $1,015.66 to each of the three animal care organizations for a total donation of $3,046.98. That’s a lot of votes! Shown here: Joan Dunkle of Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue, Joanne Migliozzo of Friends of Mesquite Animal Shelter, and Karen Taylor of We Care for Animals accept donations. In a recent interview, WHCC President Carol Saldivar pointed out that “all of the photos were remarkable and showed the love our community has for its furbabies.
What a beautiful calendar they will make!” Shown here: Representatives of Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue, We Care for Animals, and Friends of Mesquite Animal Shelter receive Preen Your Pet donations from Carol Saldivar and Jean Watkins. Bunny Wiseman and a furry friend from the Loyal Service Dog Program were on hand to cheer this initiative.
