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Golden Retriever Rescue & Adoption of Needy Dogs (GRRAND) - Greater Louisville, KY, Greater Lexington, KY & Greater Cincinnati Area.

GRRAND is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Since our inception in 1994, we’ve rescued and re-homed more than 5,000 Golden Retrievers and mixed breed dogs. Averaging around 200-300 intakes per year, our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home dogs that have been abandoned, abused, or neglected along with those who are the victims of changed life circumstances such as finan

cial hardship, divorce, allergies, relocation, illness, or death. The medical resources and cost required to rescue one dog are vast, ranging from basic vaccinations and medical tests to heartworm treatment and surgeries. We rely on adoption fees, donations, and fundraising so that we never have to say no to a dog in need.

02/11/2025

Please consider GRRAND in your legacy plans

Leaving a legacy gift to GRRAND is a meaningful way to ensure that your compassion for dogs continues for generations to come. Planned gifts provide long-term support for our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Doodles, Great Pyrenees, and other at-risk dogs in need of loving homes. Below are several ways you can include GRRAND in your legacy plans:

• Bequests
• Beneficiary Designations
• Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs)
• Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
• Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
• Gifts of Stock

Additionally, GRRAND is committed to caring for every dog we place, for life. Should you pass away before your GRRAND adopted dog, we ask that you include instructions in your will to notify GRRAND so we can rehome your dog with a loving, approved adoptive family. While rehoming is already part of our commitment, a legacy contribution can help offset the costs of transport, veterinary care, and fostering during the transition, allowing us to provide your dog with the same loving care they received when first adopted.

All charitable gifts should be directed to:
PO Box 6132
Louisville, KY 40206
Federal Tax ID: 61-1314499

Visit our website for more information on planned giving. Questions? Contact our Treasurer at [email protected].

31/10/2025

GRRAND AFFAIR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITITES

We are looking for corporate sponsors for our flagship fundraiser the GRRAND AFFAIR - Celebration of a GRRAND Life!

𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 the GRRAND AFFAIR: Looking for a way to give back? Become a corporate sponsor for the GRRAND Affair and help us with our mission to rescue dogs in need. GRRAND is registered with the state of Kentucky as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is 100% tax-deductible for your business.

𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 Levels:

🥇PRESENTING SPONSOR – $10,000

➢ This special opportunity will entail speaking time during the event
➢ Logo/name recognition in all printed materials
➢ Personalized social media posts to over 20,000 Facebook followers, 6,700 Instagram followers
➢ 16 complimentary tickets, and 2 reserved tables at the event

🥈CHAMPION SPONSOR – $7,𝟱𝟬𝟬

➢ This special opportunity will entail acknowledgement during the event
➢ Logo/name recognition in the event program
➢ Personalized social media posts to over 20,000 Facebook followers, 6,700 Instagram followers
➢ Logo/name recognition on handheld bidding terminals at event
➢ 12 complimentary tickets, and 2 reserved tables at the event

🥉ALPHA DOG SPONSOR – $2,𝟱𝟬𝟬

➢ This special opportunity will entail logo/name recognition in the event program
➢ Logo/name recognition on handheld bidding terminals at event
➢ 8 complimentary tickets to the event

🥇GOLD CROWN SPONSOR – $1,000

➢ This special opportunity will entail logo/name recognition in the event program
➢ 6 complimentary tickets to the event

🥈BIG PUP SPONSOR – $𝟱𝟬𝟬

➢ This special opportunity will entail logo/name recognition in the event program
➢ 4 complimentary tickets to the event

🥉GOOD DOG SPONSOR – $2𝟱𝟬

➢ This special opportunity will entail logo/name recognition in the event program
➢ 2 complimentary tickets to the event

Please reach out to us if you have any questions at [email protected] or donate directly at https://grrand.org/donations/grrand-affair-sponsorship-donation/

31/10/2025

Thank you for the incredible support!

We had a fantastic response to this year’s GRRAND Rescue Calendar Photo Contest, with 25 entries and a total of $14,834 raised to support our rescue program. Voting was intense right up to the deadline!

1st Place - Arneis
2nd Place - Jasmine
3rd Place - Ross

If you submitted photos or voted in the contest, you played a crucial role in helping dogs in need. These funds will help GRRAND cover medical expenses, food, training, and other related costs.

You can order the calendars on GRRAND’s website for $20 per calendar. This price includes shipping, and calendars will be mailed to purchasers this fall.

These will make excellent holiday gifts and stocking stuffers!

ORDER NOW at https://grrand.org/donations/grrand-rescue-calendar-order/

31/10/2025

How can we make Halloween safer for pets?

Costumes and masks, lights and decorations, and a constant parade of strangers coming to your door— Halloween can be a downright spooky experience for pets. You can protect your pets by taking these steps to reduce the risk of them being hurt, poisoned, or lost.

Don't feed pets Halloween treats. Raisins can cause your pet’s kidneys to fail, and candy may contain substances toxic to pets, such as chocolate or xylitol (a common sugar substitute found in sugar-free candies and gum). Often, you won’t be able to tell what a treat or piece of candy contains just by looking at it.

Make sure your pets have identification (microchip, collar, and ID tag) that will make it easy for someone to contact you and return them home in case they escape through an open door while you're distracted with trick-or-treaters.

Keep lit candles, jack-o-lanterns, and other Halloween decorations out of reach of pets.

Keep all human costume pieces away from pets, along with glow sticks, decorations, batteries, and other holiday items. When chewed, glow stick items can release liquid that tastes really bad and can make pets drool excessively or act strangely (though it isn’t likely to be harmful). Other costume parts and decorations might cause choking, internal injury, or illness.

If you plan to put a costume on your pet, make sure it follows these guidelines:

👻Fits properly and is comfortable.
👻Doesn't have any pieces that easily can be chewed off or cause choking
👻Doesn't block your pet's sight, hearing, breathing, mouth, or movement
👻Take time before Halloween to get your pet accustomed to the costume, and never leave a costumed pet unsupervised.
👻If your pet is wary of strangers or has a tendency to bite, put them in a room away from the front door during trick-or-treating hours, or provide them with a safe hiding place.
👻Keep your pet indoors.

Pet Safety Tips Courtesy of American Veterinary Medical Association,https://www.goodrx.com/pet-health/dog/what-foods-are-poisonous-to-dogs

31/10/2025

Mark your calendars for the 2025 GRRAND Affair November 21st, 2025!

We're already in preparation for the upcoming 2025 GRRAND Affair: Celebration of a GRRAND Life! Live and Silent Auction. We hope you’ll join us at this year's event to celebrate the wonderful lives of GRRAND’s adopted dogs!

GRRAND rescued and adopted 368 dogs in 2024 alone. From the initial intake to adoption, GRRAND provides veterinary care, training, love, and companionship for these special dogs. At a cost of more than $1,000 per dog, your participation in our annual GRRAND Affair helps fund this important mission.

This year’s event will be held Friday, November 21 at Mellwood Art Center and feature live music, a silent and live auction, raffles, bourbon and wine pulls, 4-legged GRRAND ambassadors, and more! Doors will open at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. The live events will begin at 7:30 p.m.

You can find everything you need to know about the 2025 GRRAND Affair by following the link below.

https://grrand.org/grrand-affair/

31/10/2025

🎉$5 Friday is Finally Here!🎉

We’re starting a weekly tradition to support the dogs in our care, and we’d love for you to join us. Every Friday, we’re inviting our community to contribute 🤲 just $5 towards rescue efforts. It might not seem like a lot by itself, but when many caring hearts 💜come together, those fives quickly turn into nutritious food for bowls, warm cozy beds, vet care, and safe travels to their forever homes.

Your small donation makes a HUGE difference for the dogs who rely on us. Whether you decide to skip a coffee ☕, gather some spare change 🪙, or just want to make a positive impact in a pup’s life, $5 Friday is a simple way to help. 🐾💜🐾

DONATE NOW! https://grrand.org/donations/general-donations-form/

Viewing on Insta? Donation link in the bio above. ☝

30/10/2025

URGENT PLEA FOR FOSTERS! COULD YOU BE "FOSTER FORTUNATE"?

Will you open your heart and home to a GRRAND foster dog?

GRRAND is in desperate need of foster homes for adoptable dogs currently in our kennels AND for dogs who will be coming in very soon due to families traveling during Fall Break.

GRRAND Central Station is packed, which means we aren't able to help any dogs in need in shelters. We also have seven 6-month-old Doodle puppies that urgently need to get out of the shelter and into foster homes.
What does a foster need?

• A fenced yard for safe play and exercise
• Time, patience, and energy to help socialize and care for a dog
• A willingness to work closely with our vet team and adoption coordinators
How long is the commitment?
• The length of foster care can vary. Some dogs are adopted quickly while others may take longer to find the right home.
What support do fosters get?
• GRRAND covers all vet care through our trusted veterinary team.
• We provide guidance and support to help prepare your foster for adoption.
• You may be asked to bring your foster to meet potential adopters.
Fostering is a flexible and rewarding commitment. You'll be making a huge difference in the life of a dog while helping them transition into a loving forever home.

Visit www.grrand.org/foster to get started!

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30/10/2025

Consider Giving to GRRAND via payroll deductions at your workplace! Many employers provide matching initiatives that can enhance your contribution two or three times over. To get involved, consult your human resources department to find out if your organization has a workplace giving program or a matching donation option. Once confirmed, you can choose GRRAND and establish consistent donations to help animals in need.

If your company needs more information to add GRRAND to their giving program have them reach out to [email protected].

👉Give DIRECTLY to GRRAND TODAY: https://grrand.org/donations/general-donations-form/

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