SUPPORT COMPASSION FOR ANIMALS
Best Friends Animal Society – working toward bring about a time when there are No More Homeless Pets. The sanctuary is home, on any given day, to about 1,500 dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, birds and other animals. www.bestfriends.org
Animal Legal Defense Fund – Winning the Case Against Cruelty – ALDF has been leading the fight to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system. www.aldf.org
The Farm Sanctuary – combating abuses of industrialized farming and encourages understanding about farm animals. At the Farm Sanctuary the animals are friends, not food. www.farmsanctuary.org
In Defense of Animals – working to protect the rights, welfare, and habitats of animals. www.idausa.org
ELWOOD’S SPECIAL APPEARANCES FOR CHARITIES
Elwood spends much of his time participating in events that support rescue groups and shelters. Proceeds raised by Elwood at these events go directly back to the non-profit to assist them in
their effort to help homeless and abused animals.
Below are rescue groups, shelters, and events Elwood has proudly supported.
Through Elwood's efforts, he has raised thousands of dollars for homeless animals.
West Jersey Volunteers for Animals – www.wjva.org
DeBella Dog Walk '06
Riverton Parade '07, '08, '09 and '10
Cranberry Festival '07 and '08
Juvenile Diabetes Walk '06
Holiday Bazaar '06
Cutter's Mill Day '10
Pets With Disabilities - www.petswithdisabilities.org '08
Grand Opening Celebration, Prince Frederick, MD
ELWOOD was on hand for the Grand Opening of the new apartment facilities which accommodate wheelchair, blind, deaf and various disabled dogs. This is a very special place and a wonderful safe haven for these animals.
LBM Animal Abuse Awareness Fund – www.lbmaaaf.org
Tea Party with Elwood and Santa '06
Dine with Elwood '07
Brunch with Elwood '07
Hearts & Paws – www.angelfire.com/nj/HeartsandPaws/ - 12k
Holiday Adopt and Shop '06
Camden County Animal Shelter – www.ccasnj.org
Petsmart Adoption Day '07
Super Adopt-A-Thon '07
Kitten Shower '08
Pet Palooza '08
Find a New LOVE for Valentine's Day '09
STAF - Save The Animals Foundation - www.stafnj.org
Dog Walk '07
Furrever Friends - www.FFRV.petfinder.org
Greyhound Friends of New Jersey - www.greyhoundfriendsnj.org
Holiday Craft Show '07, '08 and '09
Lilo's Promise - www.lilospromise.com
Lilo's Promise Artistic Expressions '10
Steve and Cookies 10th Annual Puppy Palooza & Art Festival, Margate, NJ '06
Portrait of Elwood sold for $2,000 and additional proceeds raised though photos, posters and t-shirt sales benefiting abused and homeless animals in Camden
11th Annual Sweetwater Regatta Benefit for Laura Jo Hawn, age 4 (diagnosed with Leukemia) '06
photos benefiting Laura Jo Hawn and West Jersey Volunteer for Animals - www.wjva.org
L’Oreal Paris, Cranbury, NJ - www.yourdogisworthittoo.com '07, '08, '09, '10
4th Annual “Because Your Dog is Worth it Too” benefiting Breast Cancer and homeless animals.
5th Annual "Because Your Dog is Worth it Too" benefiting Breast Cancer and homeless animals.
6th Annual "Because Your Dog is Worth it Too" benefiting Breast Cancer and homeless animals.
7th Annual "Because Your Dog is Worth it Too" benefiting Breast Cancer and homeless animals.
Burlington County Pet Expo, West Hampton, NJ
photos benefiting West Jersey Volunteer for Animals - www.wjva.org
and Furrever Friends - www.FFRV.petfinder.org '07
Elwood was on hand spreading his message about the millions of homeless animals. While attending the event Elwood was filmed for a German TV show - Elwood is the only animal from North America who will appear in the show, allowing him to share his message world wide. Go ELWOOD!! '09
Velvet Paws Pet Boutique, Haddonfield, NJ www.velvetpaws.com
Grand Opening Celebration '08
Holiday book signing Everyone Loves Elwood '08
Valentine Day's book signing Everyone Loves Elwood '08
Haddonfield Craft Show book signing Everyone Loves Elwood - photo proceeds benefiting Furrever Friends www.FFRV.petfinder.org '08
First Friday Night in October book signing Everyone Loves Elwood - photos to benefits West Jersey Volunteer for Animals www.wjva.org '08
Making Christmas Dreams Come True for Homeless Pets - Santa's special elf, ELWOOD was reminding everyone that we all need a safe and loving place to rest our heads and to give the gift of LOVE this Christmas by ADOPTING a Homeless Animal. Proceeds benefited the Animal Orphanage. '08
Burlington County Library, West Hampton, NJ '07
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing
Smiles @ Virtua Hospital, Voorhees, NJ '06, '07
Elwood visits the patients on Christmas Day, Valentine's Day and Easter doing what he does best...bringing Lots of Love and making everyone smile and laugh.
Stewarts Restaurant, Northfield, NJ '07
Grand Opening Celebration
Paw Dazzle Pet Boutique, Smithville, NJ www.pawdazzle.net
Halloween Contest '07 & '08 benefiting The Humane Society of Atlantic County
ELWOOD'S first Book Signing of Everyone Loves Elwood '07
Hospitality Night at the Smithville Shops '08, '09
Rita's Water Ice, Linwood, NJ '08
Halloween Celebration
The Shoppes at Sweetwater, Sweetwater, NJ '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing
Aura Elementary School, Aura, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children.
Rosa International Middle School, Cherry Hill, NJ '08
ELWOOD shared his "Be Kind To Animals" message at the Humane Education after school program
Fashion Show - photos of Elwood benefiting Animal Welfare Association
Slackwood Elementary School, Lawrenceville, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children.
Kennedy Behavioral Clinic, Cherry Hill, NJ '08
Read Everyone Loves Elwood and visit with the patients.
Juvenile Diabetes - Walk for a Cure Ceremony, Cherry Hill, NJ '08
Meet n' Greet with the kids who have diabetes.
Riletta T. Cream Family School, Camden, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children.
Red Bank Vet Hospital, Red Bank, NJ '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing and photos benefiting Save Us Pets www.saveuspets.org
Collings Lake Elementary School, Williamstown, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children. The children did a coin drop and wish list collection benefiting Atlantic County Animal Shelter.
Animal Welfare Conference, Woodbridge, NJ '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing
The Fair Ground, New Orleans, LA '08
New Orleans Ugly Dog Contest benefiting Louisiana Humane Society
Super Pet Expo www.superpetexpo.com
ELWOOD was the special guest of the Super Pet Expo
Edison, NJ - February & November '08
King of Prussia, PA - February '08 & February '09
Chantilly, VA - March '08
Suffern, NJ - February '08
Jordan Road School, Somers Point, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children. The student did a coin drop collection benefiting West Jersey Volunteers for Animals
Califon Book Shop, Califon, NJ
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing with photos benefiting PUPs Rescue - May 08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing with photos of Elwood supporting homeless animals - Oct 08
Well Bred Pet Boutique, Chester, NJ '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing with photos benefiting PUPs Rescue
Hunterdon County Library, Clinton, NJ '08
Book signing with photos benefiting Hunterdon County SPCA and
Catnip Friends Cat Rescue. http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ452.html
Opening of the Washington Twp New Off Leash Dog Park, Sewell, NJ '08
ELWOOD cut the ribbon to open the new park for lots of happy dogs to play.
Cedar Drive Middle School, Colts Neck, NJ '08
Character Education Program with Elwood - Elwood share his message of kindness, being responsible for your words and being tolerant of differences.
Earth Day, Delran, NJ '08
ELWOOD was on hand signing his book Everyone Loves Elwood and reminding people to be kind to our earth!
Glassboro Child Development Center - Kid Read Program, Glassboro, NJ '08
Read program, Everyone Loves Elwood book, with photos benefiting Pets with Disabilities. www.petswithdisabilities.org
Penn Book Store, Philadelphia, PA '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing
Petway Elementary School, Vineland, NJ '08
Everyone Loves Elwood presentation filmed by Animal Planet. Donations collected by the Petway Elementary kids for Elwood benefiting Cumberland County SPCA
Memorial School, Union Beach, NJ '08
Everyone Loves Elwood presentation and Elwood celebrates his 3rd birthday with the kids of Memorial School filmed by Animal Planet. Donations collected by Memorial School kids for Elwood benefiting American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
A Dog's Life Pet Boutique, Hatboro, PA www.adogslifehatboro.com '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing with photos benefiting Lilo's Promise www.lilospromise.com
Bogart's Book Store, Millville, NJ '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing and photos benefiting Animal Friends Foundation
Bank Bridge Elementary School for Special Needs, Sewell, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children and posed for photos with all the classes.
Animal Adoption Center Book Fair, Lindenwold, NJ www.animaladoption.com '08
Everyone Loves Elwood book signing with photos benefiting the shelter's building renovations fund.
Fido's Festival, Woodstown, NJ www.fidosfestival.com
ELWOOD was on hand sharing his message of kindness and posing for photos to benefit Cascade Beagle Rescue www.cascaderescue.org '08
ELWOOD was on hand sharing his message of kindness and posing for photos to benefit homeless animals. '09
Animal Sanctuary Society, Inc. www.canineworld.com/animalsanctuarysociety '08
Cutter's Mill, Cherry Hill, NJ
2008 Fall National Adoption Weekend @ Petco, Cherry Hill, NJ
ELWOOD was on hand to help raise awareness about the millions of homeless animals looking for love and a home, and posing for photos to benefit Animal Sanctuary Society.
Doggy Fashion Show and Pet Adoption Day held at CareOne Moorestown, Moorestown, NJ '10
ELWOOD once again teamed up with his friends at the Animal Sanctuary Society to raise funds and support for homeless animals.
Buzzy's Bow Wow Meow Narbeth, PA www.buzzysbowwowmeow.com
One- Year Anniversary Celebration at Buzzy's, ELWOOD was on hand sharing his message to Be Kind To Animals and posing for photos to benefit his friends from West Jersey Volunteers for Animals www.wjva.org '08
"Daddy's Spirit" hosted by Buzzy's, ELWOOD spent some time with the children of "Daddy's Spirit", an organization that helps children who have lost their fathers instill a sense of self-worth and encourage the children to recognize that it's OK to have fun again. Elwood shared his story that his life wasn't always so fabulous but life gets better even though there are some very sad days. '08
Support Spay Neuter Day and an Spooktacular Halloween Pet Parade at Buzzy's- ELWOOD spent the day at Buzzy's reminding everyone how VERY important it to make sure their pets are Spayed and Neuter!!
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY....LOVE IS IN THE AIR hosted by Buzzy's. ELWOOD was on hand reminding everyone what love is all about...Being Kind to Animals, Adopting Homeless Animals, and making sure ALL pets are Spayed and Neutered, and he spent the day posing for photos for raise money for Phila Adopables. http://philadoptables.blogspot.com/ '10
Miller Heights School, Bethlehem, PA '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children. Lots of happy faces today! Everyone fell in love with Elwood.
Rescue Pet Dog Show, Voorhees, NJ '08
ELWOOD was one of the judges to select some of our BEST RESCUED DOGS sponsored by AWA.
Make Peace with Animals 20th Annual Greyhound Homecoming Picnic Hopewell, NJ '08www.makepeacewithanimals.org
ELWOOD was on hand posing for photo to benefit Greyhound rescue.
Save U.S. Pets Foundation Fundraiser, PNC Art's Center, Holmdel, NJ '08
ELWOOD was the special guest to support this great organization that provides financial assistance so pets receive lifesaving medical treatments when their human companions are unable to afford professional care. www.saveuspets.org
Monmouth County Dog Walk, Lincroft, NJ '08
ELWOOD was the honored "Chair Dog" for this event lending his support to remind everyone about the millions of homeless animals wanting for a chance at love and a 2nd chance for a forever home. ELWOOD posed for benefiting the Monmouth County SPCA www.mcspcadogwalk.org
Rescue Ink - M.A.D (Making a Difference) Celebrity Gala Celebration, Lindenhurst, NY '08
ELWOOD was the special guest for this elegant evening to raise proceeds to support Rescue Ink's Efforts against Animal Abuse and Neglect. www.rescueink.org
Raritan Library, Raritan, NJ
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children. Photos of Elwood supported homeless animals.
3rd Annual "Let Your Hair Down" Benefit for the National Alopecia Areata, Ocean Twp, NJ '08
ELWOOD was so proud to be a guest for this wonderful benefit to raise money for much needed research and reminding everyone of his very important message that it's OK to be different and just because you are different doesn't make you any less lovable. Children with this illness often feel different and it's up to us to make sure they know just how beautiful and lovable they are. To learn about Alopeica visit www.letyourhairdown.org.
Fall Fashion Show & Luncheon to Benefit Animal Adoption Center, Voorhees, NJ '08 and '09
ELWOOD was the Special Guest at this wonderful fashion show fundraiser to raise money for homeless animals. ELWOOD was quite the ruffway model! www.animaladoption.com
Bayberry School, Watchung, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children. Photos of Elwood supported homeless animals.
Borders Book Store, Cherry Hill Mall, Cherry Hill, NJ '08
ELWOOD pawtographed copies of his book Everyone Loves Elwood. Photos of Elwood supported homeless animals.
Moravian Academy, Bethlehem, PA '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children.
South County Regional Branch Library, Atco, NJ '08
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children. Photos of Elwood supported homeless animals.
Christmas Time at Kennedy Health System Nursing Home '06 & '08, Egg Harbor Road, Sewell, NJ
Tis the season to bring love, joy, smiles and happiness to everyone and that is just what ELWOOD did when he spent time with the patients.
ELWOOD and Santa at Winslow Animal Hospital, Sicklerville, NJ '08
ELWOOD and Santa were on hand for Christmas pictures. Donations benefited Camden County and Gloucester County Animal Shelters.
Union Avenue School, Margate, NJ '09
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood and sharing his message of love, compassion and tolerance with the children. Elwood and the children were filmed for Animal Planet's Outrageous Animal Show!
Happy Birthday Party at Ocean City Humane Society, Ocean City, NJ '09
ELWOOD was on hand for a community birthday party at the shelter to remind everyone it's a New Year and some very special dogs and cats at the shelter have spent many months waiting for a home. Let's hope the New Year will bring them a 2nd chance at finding love and a forever family of their very own. Elwood posed for photos with all his fans; proceeds benefited Ocean City Humane Society. http://hsocnj.org
Willard School, Ridgewood, NJ '09
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood and shared his message of love, compassion and kindness.
Orchard Valley Middle School - Paws for Action, Special Education, Sewell, NJ '09
ELWOOD met with the special children of the "Animals Rights Club" to share his message to support homeless animals, being kind to animals, the importance of spay/neuter, and making a difference in the lives of all animals, especially those that have been abandoned and abused.
Ocean City's Doo Dah Parade, Ocean City, NJ '09
ELWOOD was a guest for the 2009 Ocean City Doo Dah Parade! Doo Dah is a celebration of humor and also features the "Basset Hound Waddle" organized by the Basset Hound Rescue League consisting of 500 bassets.
Storytime with Elwood, Waterford Township Public Library, Atco, NJ '09
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood and shared his message of love, compassion and kindness to a packed house of fans.
Pet Fair and Adopt-a-Thon sponsored by Shawnee High Animal Welfare Club, Shawnee High School, Medford, NJ '09
ELWOOD was on hand cheering the kids of Shawnee as they raised money for homeless animals and spread the word to support "Adopting" pets from shelters and rescues. Elwood did his part too by posing for animals with proceeds benefiting the event.
Developmental Enterprises Corporation, Pottstown, PA '09
ELWOOD shared his time and message with some very special adults at the Pottstown Training Center for developmental needs. It was a beautiful day of fun and smiles.
2nd Annual Save a Sato Event sponsored by the Animal Welfare Organization, Monmouth Regional High School, Tinton Falls, NJ '09
ELWOOD was on hand supporting the students of Monmouth Regional. This was a very special event that raised money for the street dogs of Puerto Rico - Save a Sato & Amigos de los Animales.
Folsom Elementary School, Folsom, NJ '09
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood and shared his message of love, compassion and kindness. Donations from the children benefited Pets with Disabilities www.petswithdisabilities.org
Barnegat's 4th Annual Pet Day, Barnegat, NJ. '09
ELWOOD was the "Special Guest" at this fun event to spread awareness about homeless animals, respect for nature and animals. The event was sponsored by the Barnegat Chamber of Commerce.
Barks on the Board, Ocean City, NJ '09
ELWOOD was honored with the Humane Society of Ocean City 2009 Education Leadership Award and came out to support the shelter's major dog walk fundraiser. Donations benefited Ocean City Humane Society. http://hsocnj.org
Precious Pets, Stratford, NJ '09
ELWOOD was on hand reminding everyone to Adopt Homeless Animals.
Bring Your Dog to the Library Day, Deptford Public Library, Deptford, NJ '09, '10
ELWOOD joined his friends from STAF (Save the Animals Foundation) to help spread awareness about homeless animals and the importance of spaying and neutering pets! Donations benefited STAF - Save The Animals Foundation www.stafnj.org
Storytime with Elwood at the Mt. Ephraim Public Library, Mt. Ephriam, NJ '09
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood and shared his message of love, compassion and kindness. Donations benefited Pet Pals of Southern NJ www.animalshelter.org/shelters/Pet_Pals_of_Southern_NJ_rId3107_rS_pC.html
Dog Walk for Cancer, Ocean County Park, Lakewood, NJ '09
ELWOOD was on hand to support this fabulous event, lending his fabulous to help spread the word about cancer survivers and helping homeless animals.
Collingswood Book Festival, Collingswood, NJ '09
ELWOOD read his book Everyone Loves Elwood and shared his message of love, compassion and kindness. Donation benefited homeless animals.
Busansky School, Pemberton, NJ '09
ELWOOD shared his message of tolerance and kindness to animals with the children of Busansky School.
Brigantine Public School, Brigantine, NJ '09, '10
ELWOOD shared his message of tolerance and kindness to animals with the children of Brigantine School.
Winslow Animal Hospital Grand Opening Celebration & Pictures with Elwood and Santa
Sicklerville, NJ '09
ELWOOD joined the fun celebrating the Grand Opening of the new Winslow Animal Hospital facility. ELWOOD also posed for photos with Santa for donations to help Homeless Animals. Proceeds benefited Camden County Shelter.
PETCO, Cinnaminson, NJ '10
ELWOOD visited Petco, along with his friends from West Jersey Volunteers for Animals promoting adoption of homeless animals and posing for photos for a donation to benefit West Jersey www.wjva.org
Merion School, Merion, PA '10
ELWOOD visited the children of Merion School sharing his message that it's OK to be different, to be kind to animals, and to adopt homeless animals.
Winslow Animal Hospital - Spring Open House - Elwood and The Easter Bunny
Sicklerville, NJ '09 - Proceed benefited Joa's Arc
Immaculate Heart of Mary School, Brooklyn, NY '10
ELWOOD visited the children of IHM sharing his message that it's OK to be different, to be kind to animals, and to adopt homeless animals.
Strut for Mutts benefiting Beacon Animal Rescue, May '10
ELWOOD lent his support to help raise over $7,500 for Beacon Animals Rescue.
Emmons School, Pemberton, NJ '10
ELWOOD visited the children of Emmons School sharing his message that it's OK to be different, to be kind to animals, and to adopt homeless animals.
Gloucester County College Commencment Address , Sewell, NJ '10
ELWOOD and Karen were the Keynote Speakers for the 41st Graduation held at GCC. It was quite an honor to share our story and remind everyone the importance of helping homeless animals and being kind and tolerant of differences. May the class of 2010 accomplish GREAT achievements in their lifetime!
Crichton Elementary School, Browns Mills, NJ '10
ELWOOD visited the children of Crichton Elementary sharing his message that it's OK to be different, to be kind to animals, and to adopt homeless animals.
Hatboro Pet Fair, Hatboro, PA '10
ELWOOD joined over 40 rescue groups from NJ and PA for a wonderful day to spread the message to "ADOPT HOMELESS ANIMALS".
ESF Summer Camps at Moorestown Friend School, Moorestown, NJ '10
ELWOOD visited the children of ESF Summer Camps sharing his message to be kind to animals and to adopt homeless animals.
ESF Summer Camps at Haverford School, Haverford, PA '10
ELWOOD visited the children of ESF Summer Camps sharing his message to be kind to animals and to adopt homeless animals.
