2008 Pennies for Paws Goal of ONE-AND-A-HALF Million Pennies Beat
The Chautauqua County Humane Society announced that two million two hundred sixteen thousand four hundred pennies were counted, raising $22,164.67 for the “Pennies for Paws” campaign, beating the goal of one-and-a-half million pennies ($15,000). All of the funds raised during the campaign, which started February 12th, Abraham Lincoln’s birthday and concluded April 12th, will provide care and comfort to the animals while they wait for their second chance at a forever home.
“Pennies for Paws” was sponsored by the five radio stations of the Media One Group; WJTN, SE93, WHUG, 103.1 The Fox, and WKSN. Amy Reinhardt, Community Relations Coordinator stated, “We recruited the assistance of everyone we could to get involved, and we are very grateful to all of the individuals, organizations, and schools that made this goal a reality.” Reinhardt further explained, “Each penny donated goes towards providing nutritious food, a soft bed, medical attention and loving care that rejuvenates the spirits of the unwanted cats, kittens, dogs and puppies at the shelter.” Many local businesses and schools came up with great fundraising ideas to add to their penny collection.
Randolph Elementary Donates over $1,800 to “Pennies for Paws”
Mrs. Beaver’s 5th grade class at G.N. Chapman Elementary recently organized a two week penny drive to raise money as part of the 3rd Annual “Pennies for Paws” campaign with the Chautauqua County Humane Society. The students wrote and made announcements, designed posters, got other classes involved, delivered and picked up collection jars, and COUNTED ALL THOSE PENNIES BY HAND! Their goal was to beat last year’s total of about $750, this year they raised $1,846.86!
Auto Credit donates $1,650 from sales
During the month of April Auto Credit pledged to donate $50 from every car sale to the “Pennies for Paws” campaign. With the help of a very creative ditty on the airwaves, Auto Credit raised $1,650.00. Pictured at left is Chuck Carlson, General Manager of Auto Credit presenting a check to Amy Reinhardt, Community Relations Coordinator at CCHS. Also pictured is Angie, a 9 month old yellow lab mix who is anxiously awaiting a forever home.
BWB’s “Fun Friday” donates $500
In February 2007, the certified public accounting firm, Buffamante Whipple and Buttafaro, P.C. (BWB) started a “Fun Friday” program. Each week BWB donated a prize to be raffled off to an employee. Typically, the prize is a gift card to a local establishment worth $25, or a gift basket. Employees purchase as many entries as they would like for the prize, each costing twenty five cents. “Not only is this a great, fun way to get together on a Friday afternoon for the drawing, but we also raised $500 for the “Pennies for Paws” campaign!” explained Leslie Brown, Communications Coordinator at BWB.
2008 Pennies for Paws Participants
Thank you for making this year's event a HUGE success!!
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Aspire
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Auto Credit
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Belview East
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BOCES
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Bon Ton Associates
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Burgett & Robbins Law Firm
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Bush Industries
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BWB
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Men and Women of the Celeron Moose
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Chautauqua Lake Middle School
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Chautauqua Antiques and More
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Chautauqua County Department of Social Services
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Chautauqua Institution
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Community Bank, Falconer Branch
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Crouch’s Garage
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Dog Mom’s
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Ed Shults
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Elks Lodge #263
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Esquire Cleaners
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Falconer Middle School
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Farm Fresh Foods
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5th Wheel
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Fitnessworks
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Fredonia High School Key Club
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French Creek Tavern
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Frewsburg Rest Home
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G.N. Chapman Elementary School
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Gustuvus Adolphus Learning Center
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Holy Family Catholic School
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Jamestown BPU Employees
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Jamestown Container Companies
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Jamestown Primary Care and WCA Hospital Maintenance
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Jamestown Savings Bank
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Jamestown Community College
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Jefferson Middle School PTA
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Junior Girls Auxiliary Unit 2522
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Key Club at Cassadaga Valley Central School
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Madeline’s Stars
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Mobilworks
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C.C. Ring, After School Program
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Robo Enterprise
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RS Motors
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Something Unique Gallery and Frame Shop
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Southern Tier Property Maintenance
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Tanglewood Manor
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Truck-Lite
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Woodlawn Credit Union
WCA Hospital ICU Department
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