Hinsdale Humane Society Raises $120K During Opening Weekend

HINSDALE, IL — The new Pet Rescue & Resource Center operated by Hinsdale Humane Society enjoyed a successful Grand Opening Weekend on Nov. 3 and 4. The new facility, located at 21 Salt Creek Lane, had more than 400 supporters come out to its fundraiser on Nov. 3.

The organization said the family festival then ushered in another 1,300 visitors on Nov. 4. The first adoptions in the new building also took place. Sixteen pets went home, including three dogs and 13 cats.

According to the society, the pet who took the honor of first adoption was a cat named Fleetwood, whose siblings Stevie Nicks and Buckingham also went home, leaving just Lindsey still available for adoption.

“Attendance at both events was beyond expectation,” Mistie Lucht, Events Director, HHS, said in a release. “What a great way to be welcomed into our new home and neighborhood, with so much support and excitement from the communities we serve.”

The combined events raised more than $120,000 for the new Pet Rescue & Resource Center.

“None of this would have been possible without the support of our donors and sponsors who have been supporting our mission throughout,” Tom Van Winkle, Executive Director, HHS, said in a release. “Our work here is just beginning as we continue our efforts to reimagine animal rescue and related resources.”

Photos provided by Hinsdale Humane Society.