Ready to go above and beyond for the pets and people relying on Foothills Animal Shelter? Create a personal fundraising page to collect donations between August 1 and September 13 to raise critical funds for the FAS mission, earn fun prizes at various milestones, and celebrate your incredible impact right here at the Market. When you fundraise $10 or more, your registration for the Fall Market is waived!
Thanks to a longtime friend of the animals, all funds raised will be matched - up to $10,000!
Start your fundraiser and save twice as many lives!
Get ready to score some exclusive gear all in the name of coming together to provide vital care, safe shelter and new beginnings for animals in need! The more you raise, the more swag you'll earn. Check out our full detailed list of fundraising prizes in our Toolkit below!
(Want to really wow your network? Be our top fundraiser and have your pet featured in an upcoming FAS campaign!)
No matter if you're new to fundraising or are a peer-to-peer pro, our Fundraising Toolkit will help you raise crucial funds needed to care for the thousands of animals relying on Foothills Animal Shelter every year.
Click below for more details on getting started, email and social post examples, and how your efforts are doubled thanks to a $10,000 match!
Steps for becoming a fundraiser:
1. Create your page. Use a personal story about why you are supporting Foothills Animal Shelter. The reasons that inspire you to take action will inspire others as well!
2. Show your support. Get the ball rolling by making the first donation. Update your friends and family on your progress and their impact to keep them invested.
3. Spread the word. Share your unique fundraising page and our matching gift challenge with the people in your life. Whether it's by text, email or social media, share your goals far and wide to engage your network and hit your goal.
4. Thank your supporters. Regularly check your fundraising page to see who has supported your efforts and follow-up with a personal note. Be sure to include an update on your goal!
5. Celebrate your success. Join us on Saturday, September 13 at the Fall Market to pick up your fundraising prizes and see how your efforts make life better for pets and people!
Support from our community is critical to helping the thousands of animals relying on Foothills Animal Shelter every year. They need you now more than ever!
Power in numbers | Team up with friends, family or colleagues to fundraise together! Multiply your impact by creating a team page and shared fundraising goal. Use your personal page to share why our mission resonates with you and let your fundraising success add to the larger group target!
Company Matches | Did you know many companies offer a matching gift program to encourage community engagement among their employees? Some even match for spouses, retirees, and part-time employees! Ask your Human Resources department about your company's matching gift policy and make your efforts go even further. (Friends of Foothills Animal Shelter Tax ID #46-2809962).
All gifts will be doubled - up to $10,000 - thanks to a longtime friend of the animals!
provides lifesaving vaccinations and a microchip to TWO shelter pets
provides spay/neuter surgery for TWO shelter pets, helping prevent pet overpopulation
secures a new beginning for TWO transfer animals arriving at Foothills
Can I make a fundraising team?
Definitely! Click "Start a fundraiser" and select "Create a new team" to get started.
Anyone who raises $10 or more in their peer-to-peer fundraising efforts will have their Market registration fee waived.
Thank you for registering to attend and creating a fundraising page! Our team will count those registration fees towards your goal on the backend so your fundraising numbers are accurate!
Donations are listed on the right-hand side of your fundraiser page. Be sure to check your page regularly and thank your supporters with a personalized note! See a donation marked as "Anonymous" and curious who it is? Contact [email protected] for a donation report.
Is the Fall Market for all ages?
Yes! The Fall Market is an outdoor hosted event with live music, food trucks, local vendors, and fun games. Shade and seating is limited - we recommend bringing sunscreen and a blanket or camp chair.
Can my dog come to Fall Market?
Yes! Crowd-friendly dogs are welcome at our Fall Market. Please keep in mind forecasted weather and temperatures when considering bringing your pup. This event may not be a good fit for all canine companions - that's ok! - we'll send you home with lots of treats and goodies to bring home to them!
Where should I park?
Free event parking is available at the fairgrounds parking lot, right around the corner from our shelter. Accessible parking spaces are available on a first-come first-served basis. There will be no event parking available at the shelter.
Will we get to see the shelter animals?
Yes! We will be offering tours of our shelter and our Adoption Centers will be open at 10am. The shelter is a hop, skip and a jump away from the fairgrounds.
I can no longer attend the event. Can I get a refund?
Tickets for the Market are nonrefundable, with all proceeds directly supporting our mission to make life better for the pets and people of Jefferson County. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer to a friend by notifying [email protected] of that change.
As a loyal companion of Foothills Animal Shelter, the Friends of Foothills Animal Shelter (FEIN 46-2809962) raises support for the Shelter's life-saving work.
