The holiday season is a time for giving, and Santa Barbara Humane is making it easy to spread some cheer to animals in need with their Santa Paws Toy/Supply Drive & Holiday Photo Event, sponsored by Toyota of Santa Barbara.
The family-friendly event takes place noon-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 at the organization’s Santa Barbara campus, 5399 Overpass Road.
Community members are invited to donate pet toys, supplies, and other wishlist items to support Santa Barbara Humane’s work for animals throughout Santa Barbara County.
Items donated will be distributed to shelter animals and community-owned animals in need.
The event also features festive photo opportunities for well-behaved dogs, offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
“We’re thrilled to bring the community together for this event,” said Paige Van Tuyl, Santa Barbara Humane’s chief philanthropy officer. “It’s not just about supporting the animals; it’s also about creating moments of joy for the families and pets who join us.
Together, we can make the holidays brighter for people and their pets and pets without people.”
Donations can be dropped off during the event, and the organization urges visitors to review their wish list at sbhumane.org/wish to learn about the items that help
animals in need.
From food and toys to blankets and leashes, every contribution makes a difference.
For more information, contact Jessica Hines at jessicah@sbhumane.org or 805)-951-7041.