| More than 275 attendees turned out to support Anderson Humane’s 12th Annual Gala, Better Together: Animals In Translation. The Gala is our largest fundraiser of the year to benefit domestic and wild animals and the people who love them. Dean Daubert, Anderson Humane CEO and event master of ceremonies was joined onstage by guest speaker, Dr. Temple Grandin.
The presentation of the Ruth & Ivar Anderson Founder’s Award for long-standing and meritorious philanthropic support of the organization recognized this year’s recipient, Sharon O’Bryan. Our Animal Welfare Award, which recognizes an individual or organization whose contributions positively impact animal welfare, was given to Cathy Murphy, owner of The Puddle, in South Elgin. Our Purple Paw Animal Award recipient was therapy dog, Julia, who was accompanied by her handlers, Terri Albright and Karen Stout. |
