What a great night for animals of the Eastern Sierra! About 700 animal lovers attended ICARE's 12th annual fundraising dinner on Saturday, April 19. Attendees enjoyed the delicious meal catered by Whiskey Creek, sponsored by Union Bank of California and served by the hardworking 4-H members. It was a fun evening with an exciting live auction (led by talented auctioneer, John Dailey) and lots of silent auction items. Raffle tickets were sold for the Wildest Dream Vacation valued at $2,000, which was co-sponsored by KIBS/KBOV Radio and Eastern Sierra Realty. The winner of the big trip drawing was Minta Ozolins of Bishop. Net proceeds from the fundraiser totaled $25,700, which partially funds our Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program for the next year. Last year, 815 cats and dogs were spayed and neutered at a cost of $30,471, so we continue to rely on donations to fully fund this program.

The ICARE Board extends a very sincere thank you to all of our sponsors and supporters.