The team who organizes the popular 'trivia nights in support of animal welfare on the Sunshine Coast have registered as a charity (A Helping Paw Animal Welfare Fund) and are working on something new.
Next Saturday, May 10, A Helping PAW is presenting a Comedy For A Cause, featuring three stand-up comics from the "Raise The Woof" project.
"We caught wind of a project where comedians from prime-time comedy clubs tour North America in support of animal welfare initiatives, co-ordinating mostly with community-based groups such as ours. The stars lined up for us," said co-founder Eadie Metz. "We're going for a club atmosphere. There will be food, there will be prizes, and drinks for sale. Lots of laughs, snacks, and great prizes."
Metz said an organization like A Helping PAW relies a great deal on the generosity of the community for help in fund-raising.
"While most contribute without concern for reward, we're pleased to be able to offer at least a tax break in return along with our gratitude," she said. "Operating as a charitable organization also provides credibility and allows us to connect with groups and networks continent-wide, opening us to fresh ideas and new opportunities."
The adults-only show takes place at the Roberts Creek Community Hall with doors at 7 and the show at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person, available at 101 Office Supply in Sechelt, MELOmania in Roberts Creek and Quality Garden and Pet in Gibsons. All proceeds will go to the Gibsons Wildlife Rescue operation and A Helping PAWs spay and neuter fund.
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