Do It For Betty White: How To Help Somerset Regional Animal Shelter For Star's 100th

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Although Betty White won't be there for what would have been her 100th birthday, plenty of fans plan to keep her spirit alive. The "Betty White Challenge" encourages people to donate to local animal shelters and rescues Jan. 17, which would have been the TV icon's centennial.

The viral social-media challenge encourages people to donate $5 to animal rescues and shelters in White's name.

If you'd like to donate to Somerset Regional Animal Shelter for the late White, or any reason, here's how:

Somerset Regional Animal Shelter

100 Commons Way, Bridgewater

The nonprofit organization takes in nearly 1,000 animals including cats, dogs, rabbits, and more every year. In addition to finding these animals their forever homes, they provide behavior modification, animal control, affordable spay and neuter, and pet retention programs.

To donate visit fosras.com/donate or Venmo @FOSRAS.

What Is the Betty White Challenge?

The world got excited for White to celebrate her 100th birthday, only to mourn her loss after she died on New Year's Eve at age 99. The "first lady of television" advocated for animal welfare throughout her life and worked with several organizations that help animals.

The "Betty White Challenge" went viral on social media, with people and organizations suggesting that others donate to the cause on what would have been her 100th birthday.

Several animal-welfare organizations have already noticed a spike in assistance. Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane, told "Good Morning America" that they have seen "such an uptick in donations" since White's death.

"Thank you to all who have donated in memory of #BettyWhite. We are honored to continue Betty’s legacy and make the world a better, kinder place for all animals. This is Betty with Pontiac, her own beloved canine companion," tweeted the American Humane (@AmericanHumane).

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