Whiskers and Wishes

Apr 10, 6:00pm - Apr 10, 10:00pm

Join us for Whiskers and Wishes: 98 Years of Lifesaving, a heartfelt celebration honoring nearly a century of compassion, care, and community on Friday, April 10, from 6-10 p.m. at the Marriott Lincolnshire.

This special gala brings together animal lovers, supporters, and friends to celebrate the lives of over 150,000 cats and dogs who have been touched by our shelter's mission.

Enjoy an evening of inspiring stories, joyful moments, and opportunities to help make wishes come true for pets waiting for their forever homes.

Together, we’ll reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and dream big for the future of lifesaving.

Be among the first to see our new building plans
Savor a 3-course meal & open bar
Enjoy live music & dancing
Bid on one-of-a-kind auction items.

Sponsorships and ticket sales are now open:

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Spring Fling- Cat Foster Showcase

Apr 18, 12:30pm - Apr 18, 4:30pm

Join us for our Spring Fling: Cat Foster Showcase, where some of our adoptable foster cats will be at the shelter alongside the people who know them best, their foster families, in hopes of finding their forever homes!

This is your chance to meet these adoptable cats and learn what they’re really like in a home environment. Their fosters will be there to share their personalities, routines, and all the little things that make them who they are, helping you make a more informed connection.

Whether you’re looking to adopt or just want to meet some incredible cats, we’d love to see you there!

📅 April 18th & 19th
⏰ 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍Main Shelter (2200 Riverwoods Road in Riverwoods, IL)

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Spring Fling- Cat Foster Showcase

Apr 19, 12:30pm - Apr 19, 4:30pm

Join us for our Spring Fling: Cat Foster Showcase, where some of our adoptable foster cats will be at the shelter alongside the people who know them best, their foster families, in hopes of finding their forever homes!

This is your chance to meet these adoptable cats and learn what they’re really like in a home environment. Their fosters will be there to share their personalities, routines, and all the little things that make them who they are, helping you make a more informed connection.

Whether you’re looking to adopt or just want to meet some incredible cats, we’d love to see you there!

📅 April 18th & 19th
⏰ 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍Main Shelter (2200 Riverwoods Road in Riverwoods, IL)

We’ll be sharing which cats will be attending each day as we get closer to the event so stay tuned!... See MoreSee Less