The Halifax County Paws and Claws SPCA and the Halifax County Humane Society have joined forces to help local animals.
In order to best accomplish the goals of rescuing and fostering animals in need, the Halifax Humane Society dissolved and those volunteers merged together with the SPCA to increase manpower and achieve goals, a news release reported.
“It has been difficult for both groups with less and less volunteers, especially after COVID-19 hit,” said former Humane Society Treasurer Rhonda Gentry.
The pandemic took a toll on membership numbers for both groups and being able to have regular monthly meetings.
The SPCA is a strictly volunteer-based group that relies on fundraisers and donations to be able to help animals in need.
“We realize that no matter what our group name is, our hearts are with the animals and our intentions are aligned,” SPCA President Penny Lloyd said.
To celebrate the merge, the SPCA will host a Witches Ball Halloween fundraiser from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Factory Street Brewing Company.
“We are so happy that the Humane Society chose the SPCA to integrate with, and we want to show the community what our amazing volunteers can accomplish when working together,” Lloyd said.
The SPCA invites all to attend the Witches Ball and dress in their best witch costume. There is no entry fee required, but donations are appreciated.
Dogs are also welcome, and there will be a contest for best dog costume.
All money raised from the fundraiser will benefit the Halifax SPCA.