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Franklin's Friends accepts applications from local animal charities for our fundraising dollars year round. We will not consider applications from individuals.
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Our mission is to support Central Florida animal welfare by fundraising for local nonprofit and government agencies that are dedicated to shelter/rescue, spay/neuter or community education programs. A nonprofit organization dedicated to raising money for animal welfare in Central Florida, Franklin’s Friends raises money through a variety of events as well as through direct donor solicitation. We

are strictly a volunteer based organization with no paid employees. We will only contribute funds to 501(c)(3) organizations or government agencies that are veterinarily and fiscally responsible. We will not provide grants for the purchase of property or buildings. We do not grant funds to breed-specific rescues. All funds granted are restricted to the purpose specified in the grant application. Any organization receiving a grant from Franklin’s Friends is required to furnish receipts demonstrating how our funds were spent.

10/09/2024

Meet today’s Tuesday Tail, Fiona Murphy. The good people at The Pixel Fund took this sweet mom in after giving birth to a litter of kittens earlier this year. After a quick trip to the vet to make sure she was in the best health possible this cutie was adopted! We just love hearing about these great outcomes.

07/09/2024

🎙️Franklin's Friends is so thankful to our Howl-o-Ween Great Dane Sponsor 98.9 WMMO ! Thank you for your partnership and help in making this year’s event a great success.

05/09/2024

In celebration of International Day of Charity we’re excited to announce our grant to Touch of Grey Rescue. This grant helps with medical care for senior dogs. Let’s come together on this day to make a difference whether through acts of kindness, donations or volunteering.

04/09/2024

Franklin’s Friends is proud to present the eleventh annual HOWL-O-WEEN Dog Walk-a-Thon and Canine Costume Contest on October 26, 2024 from 9 am to noon at Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte.

We will have a dog walk, canine costume contest, adoptable dogs, pet-friendly vendors, music and much more! All proceeds will benefit Franklin’s Friends.

To learn more about how you can join in on the fun, be a sponsor or have a vendor booth check out the link: TinyUrl.com/HOWL2024

03/09/2024

Meet Black Beauty, today’s Tuesday Tail. This sleek, gorgeous kitty was saved from the streets of Orlando and came to The Pixel Fund to begin life as a Pixel cat! Thankfully, this sweet girl was able to have a needed surgery and routine vaccines, she is now ready to find her furever home!

02/09/2024

Happy Labor Day! Today we celebrate the hard work, dedication and contributions of workers everywhere. We hope you take this day to relax and enjoy some well-deserved rest!

29/08/2024

With our generous donor’s support we are thrilled to announce our $25,000 grant awarded to Pet Alliance. This grant covers elective medical care for cats that are in their care for Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release procedures.Thank you, Pet Alliance for your dedication in making a positive impact in our community. We are grateful for your partnership in making a difference!!

27/08/2024

Meet Mr. Dash, today’s Tuesday Tail. We just love this kitty with the cutest name! The kind people The Pixel Fund took him in at just 13 weeks as a stray. Thankfully, he’s been able to have all of his vaccines and necessary procedures to keep him healthy. Now this handsome boy is just waiting for his furever home!

24/08/2024

We are excited to announce our grant to Street Cat Project of Polk County. This grant helps Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release 300 Polk County Community Cats. Thank you for all you do for animals in need!

22/08/2024

Pets make everything better!❣️

Source: Mutts

21/08/2024

Join our Franklin's Friends' Youth Ambassador Panel - YAP at Dog Days of Summer at the Maitland Farmer’s Market August 25!

Dress up your pups to enjoy pet vendors, crafts, and activities, and visit local pet rescue organizations. The UCF Police Department will be there with explosive sniffing demonstrations. Prizes for best dressed dogs. And it’s fun for everyone in the family - the kids will love the inflatable bounce house and slides.

Thank you to our YAP annual sponsors Life at AdventHealth Central Florida Central Florida and Boughman Mediation

20/08/2024

Today’s Tuesday Tail is an update on sweet kitty, Bubbles. Bubbles needed a complicated surgery on her tiny kitten jaw. Through The Pixel Fund Bubbles was able to be seen by UF Veterinary Hospital Vets where she ultimately had her surgery. We are happy to let you know that all indicators are pointing to a successful surgery. Bubbles continues to heal while she is waiting for her furever home.

17/08/2024

Today is National Nonprofit Day! It is a day to recognize nonprofit organizations’ ongoing efforts to serve the community, shape our society, and provide hope for a brighter future. Please consider making a donation to your favorite nonprofit or volunteering your time to support their cause. Any contribution big or small can make a difference!

15/08/2024

If you love a dog long enough, you’ll notice they share some of the signs of aging that humans exhibit like gray hair, decreased activity, and perhaps arthritis yet at a more rapid pace. The Dog Aging Project with 50,000 participating dogs and counting with the goal of getting to 100,000 dogs is looking into factors that affect dogs’ aging and their quality of life, or “healthspan” with the goal of improving both canine and human health longevity. It is the world’s largest and most ambitious dog study to date and you can take part. Currently, the project is staffed by approximately 120 scientists, students, and veterinarians from over 20 institutions is open to dogs of all ages and breeds in the United States.

Check out our source to learn more about the Dog Aging Project: https://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/secrets-of-aging/

13/08/2024

Meet Abbie, today’s Tuesday Tail. Abbie was spared from euthanasia when The Pixel Fund took her in from a local shelter where she had been brought in after being hit by a car. Despite having several health challenges this sweet girl is still so loving.

While she continues to heal Abbie is looking for her furever home where she can spend her golden years comfortably. Abbie is a reminder of the importance of giving animals a second chance despite the odds.

10/08/2024

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Check out our source for more information:
https://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/best-dog-food-toppers-of-2024/

08/08/2024

A dream come true! 🐾

Source: Mutts

06/08/2024

The most adorable name, for the most adorable kitten. Meet, Sugar Nugget, today’s Tuesday Tail. Thanks to The Pixel Fund for helping this sweet girl get the surgery and vaccines that she needed to go home. We are thrilled to report a happy ending for Sugar Nugget, because just a few days later she was adopted!

04/08/2024

Here’s to all the friends who make the world a better place. Happy National Friendship Day!

01/08/2024

Volunteer Spotlight 🔦 🌟

Welcome to our new quarterly volunteer spotlight series where each quarter we shine a light on one of our exceptional volunteers who has shown outstanding dedication and commitment to our organization. This quarter, we are thrilled to introduce you to Tina Scott. Tina is an amazing long-time volunteer whose positive attitude and willingness to take on any task with a smile has made her a valuable asset. Thank you, Tina, for your continued commitment to helping our four-legged friends. We are incredibly grateful for you! TIna is pictured here with her pups Oliver (left) who is 13 and Anna Mae (right) who is 4.

31/07/2024

Thanks to our generous supporters our grants have helped Spay N Save , Pet Alliance, Husky Haven of Florida Inc., The Way Home Rescue, and The Pixel Fund. Together, we are making a difference!

30/07/2024

Meet Luca, today’s Tuesday Tail. In June Husky Haven of Florida Inc. received an urgent plea to take in Luca from a Miami shelter where he had been since April. This poor boy had come into the shelter injured and it was determined that he would need more medical care then the shelter could ultimately provide. Thankfully, once he arrived at Husky Haven he was able to receive all the care he needed. We are happy to report that today, Luca is continuing his healing journey in his foster home! Sending ongoing well wishes for this sweet boy!

25/07/2024

The perfect match! 😍

Source: Mutts

24/07/2024

Our Youth Ambassador Panel needs your help! They are trying to think of new ways to fundraise that won’t involve too much time from their parents. Please reply to this post with your ideas. Remember they are ages 6-17, so age-appropriate activities only!

Thank you to our YAP annual sponsors Life at AdventHealth Central Florida and Boughman Mediation.

23/07/2024

Meet Kaya, today’s Tuesday Tail. This sweet girl came to Husky Haven of Florida Inc. in need of immediate medical attention as she had a mass that required surgery to be removed. Thankfully, Kaya’s surgery was successful and she is on the road to recovery. We are happy to report that this girl is thriving in her new, healthy life and has even found her fur-ever home!

18/07/2024

While some cats love to be brushed, others may not like it so much. Regardless of where your cat falls on this list, it's important to be able to brush your cat to help keep them free of mats. Here are a few tips to make the process easier:1.Go slow at first. Try not to push your cat past their comfort zone and have lots of treats handy. 2. Start by showing them the brush and letting them sniff it, followed by a treat. 3. Let them rub against the brush or gently touch it to their head for just a second, then treat. 4. Do a short stroke on the head or cheek, then treat. Increase the length of the stroke to the shoulders, treat, and so on. 5.Brush your cat in the direction of hair growth.6.Remember to never force your cat to be brushed. If you see your cat is getting upset stop the grooming session.

Source: Zoetis Petcare

16/07/2024

Meet Hermione, today’s Tuesday Tail. Very pregnant, Hermione, was found by one of The Pixel Fund fosters so she became a Pixel kitty. Being a Pixel kitty meant that Hermione was able to have her babies in comfort and with the care that she needed. Hermione and her four kittens received the full gamut of tests, vaccines and surgeries to make sure they were ready for the furever homes, and we’re happy to report that all of the kittens have been adopted. Sweet Hermione is still waiting for that special someone to adopt her, but we know they are out there!

13/07/2024

Thank you Winter Park City Magazine for including Franklin’s Friends in your July issue. We are grateful for your continued support!

11/07/2024

The perfect shelter story!😍

Source: Mutts

09/07/2024

Just look at this adorable girl with the cutest name! Snickers is today’s Tuesday Tail who ended up at the shelter through no fault of her own. Luckily, we have organizations like The Pixel Fund to help her find that perfect furever home! 💜

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For today’s Tuesday Tail, we’re highlighting a special senior pup from @thepixelfund. We’re not sure why Tyson has been with the rescue for two years. They say he’s a wonderful, sweet 10-year-old boy with so much love to give… With Tyson, every day is Tongue Out Tuesday. He loves to give LOTS of sloppy kisses. He’s calm, gentle, and snuggly. He has good house manners, is potty trained, and kid-approved! He wants all your attention as the only dog of the house, although he is good interacting with other dogs on walks. Speaking of walks, he does well on a leash and doesn’t pull! He likes to chase everything, including flies and ants, which means you wouldn’t want to bring him around kittens or critters. He’s the perfect travel companion who loves car and boat rides. And his adoption fee is fully sponsored, so you will pay $0. If you want to break his streak of having zero interest, apply to adopt Tyson at thepixelfund.org Music courtesy of Pianella Piano 🎹

🎨 We were thrilled to paint our pups with the very talented Seema Valentin! Thank you to Seema for her expertise, to Celebration Gardens Orlando for hosting us, and to John Michael Exquisite Weddings and Catering for our delicious catered brunch. We had an amazing time!

Rise up! We have 2 tickets to the award-winning Broadway musical “Hamilton,” and you can win them in our virtual auction starting righttttt now. Get the details below👇 📆 Friday, October 28 at 8 p.m. 📍 Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 🎟 Includes 2 orchestra row seats and parking (current selling for $1,000 each!) 🐾 All proceeds benefit Franklin’s Friends Place your bid now at bit.ly/ffhamilton

These therapists walk the walk and bark the bark. AdventHealth’s Volunteer Services Pet Therapy program has become a staple of care throughout the organization. Its mission is to extend the healing ministry of Christ and to provide whole-person care – body, mind and spirit. The benefits of pet therapy programs include a boost in self-esteem, improved mood, reduction in stress and better communication skills. When these adorable dogs come in, they instantly put a smile on patients’ faces. No matter how serious the diagnosis, patients are reminded that there’s always love to be given when they take a pause for some paws. (@lifeatadventhealthcfl)

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About Franklin’s Friends

Franklin's Friends was formed in 2003 when a handful of pet lovers came together to raise money for the SPCA of Central Florida by walking in their annual "Wiggle Waggle Walk". In 2012 we created our own 501(c)(3) non profit organization so that we could support more than just one local animal welfare agency. Since our inception we have grown from a small group of friends to an organization of several hundred volunteers and their four legged companions. We were proud to raise over $182,000 last year to help needy pets in Central Florida. Over the past fifteen years we have raised over 1.2 million dollars for local animal welfare.

Our mission is to support Central Florida animal welfare by fundraising for local nonprofit and government agencies that are dedicated to Shelter/Rescue, Spay/Neuter, or Community Education programs. Our tax ID is 46-1111664.

We are a strictly volunteer based organization with no paid employees. We pride ourselves on fiscal responsibility. Expenses for our fundraising events run under 15%; well below the industry standard of 33%.

Franklin's Friends raises money primarily through two signature events - "Unleashed. Uncorked. Unframed" (a cocktail attire event with spectacular live and silent auctions) and "HOWL-O-WEEN" (a fall dog walk-a-thon and canine costume contest). Then, through a rigorous application process we grant those funds to deserving local animal welfare agencies.