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SPIRE Credit Union - FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. - For the second consecutive summer, SPIRE members, KS95 listeners, and animal lovers from throughout the region came together to raise tens of thousands of dollars for Secondhand Hounds through the Buck$ for Babe fundraiser. Buck$ for Babe was started as a way to honor KS95 host and SPIRE member Crisco's beloved dog Babe after she passed away unexpectedly in June 2022. That initial fundraiser raised nearly $100,000 for local animal rescue Secondhand Hounds. SPIRE and KS95 wanted to help Secondhand Hounds continue to say "yes" to thousands of animals in memory of Babe and beloved rescue pets just like her by making Buck$ for Babe an annual fundraising campaign. The campaign launched on June 12 with SPIRE pledging to match the first $10,000 in donations received. In just one day, that amount was exceeded! The credit union announced an additional $15,000 match, bringing its total donation to $25,000. In total, the campaign raised nearly $80,000 for Secondhand Hounds in just one week. "We are always amazed by the generosity of our Minnesota community," said Stephanie Johnson, SPIRE Director of Community Relations. "To be able to raise $80,000 in just one week is remarkable. We are so proud to partner with KS95 and Secondhand Hounds on this initiative, and we know that the funds raised will help improve the lives of so many animals - and their forever families." Learn more at Secondhand Hounds and the Buck$ for Babe campaign at www.secondhandhounds.org/bucksforbabe. About Secondhand Hounds Secondhand Hounds is a 501(c)3 nonprofit animal rescue in Minnesota. Founded in July of 2009, their many volunteers have made a positive impact on the lives of many dogs and cats in our community. The organization provides safe shelter, proper veterinary care, and daily necessities for animals at risk, while working hard to find each a permanent, loving home! Secondhand Hounds rescues dogs and cats from kill shelters around the Midwest and from owners who can no longer provide care for their animals. Learn more by visiting www.secondhandhounds.org. About SPIRE Credit Union A full-service financial institution, proudly serving Minnesota and Wisconsin residents since 1934. SPIRE is committed to providing smart products, great rates and excellent service with a goal to improve the financial lives for both personal and business members. SPIRE has 22 branches throughout Minnesota. To learn more about SPIRE, please visit www.myspire.com.
SPIRE Credit Union - FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. - For the second consecutive summer, SPIRE members, KS95 listeners, and animal lovers from throughout the region came together to raise tens of thousands of dollars for Secondhand Hounds through the Buck$ for Babe fundraiser.
Buck$ for Babe was started as a way to honor KS95 host and SPIRE member Crisco's beloved dog Babe after she passed away unexpectedly in June 2022. That initial fundraiser raised nearly $100,000 for local animal rescue Secondhand Hounds.
SPIRE and KS95 wanted to help Secondhand Hounds continue to say "yes" to thousands of animals in memory of Babe and beloved rescue pets just like her by making Buck$ for Babe an annual fundraising campaign.
The campaign launched on June 12 with SPIRE pledging to match the first $10,000 in donations received. In just one day, that amount was exceeded! The credit union announced an additional $15,000 match, bringing its total donation to $25,000.
In total, the campaign raised nearly $80,000 for Secondhand Hounds in just one week.
"We are always amazed by the generosity of our Minnesota community," said Stephanie Johnson, SPIRE Director of Community Relations. "To be able to raise $80,000 in just one week is remarkable. We are so proud to partner with KS95 and Secondhand Hounds on this initiative, and we know that the funds raised will help improve the lives of so many animals - and their forever families."
Learn more at Secondhand Hounds and the Buck$ for Babe campaign at www.secondhandhounds.org/bucksforbabe.
About Secondhand Hounds
Secondhand Hounds is a 501(c)3 nonprofit animal rescue in Minnesota. Founded in July of 2009, their many volunteers have made a positive impact on the lives of many dogs and cats in our community. The organization provides safe shelter, proper veterinary care, and daily necessities for animals at risk, while working hard to find each a permanent, loving home! Secondhand Hounds rescues dogs and cats from kill shelters around the Midwest and from owners who can no longer provide care for their animals. Learn more by visiting www.secondhandhounds.org.
About SPIRE Credit Union
A full-service financial institution, proudly serving Minnesota and Wisconsin residents since 1934. SPIRE is committed to providing smart products, great rates and excellent service with a goal to improve the financial lives for both personal and business members. SPIRE has 22 branches throughout Minnesota. To learn more about SPIRE, please visit www.myspire.com.