The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast (HSTC) will present Christmas in July from July 1-31, 2024 to benefit its shelter animals. The no-kill shelter will offer guests the opportunity to participate in a variety of ways.
Supporters can make a tax-deductible donation by pulling a gift tag from the HSTC’s Giving Tree at its Palm City shelter at 4100 SW Leighton Farm Avenue. Each tag represents a specific need at the shelter and the corresponding donation amount. Donations also are accepted in person at either thrift store in Stuart at 1099 NW 21st Street and 3302 SE Federal Highway.
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Additional options are to make an online donation to the shelter’s Virtual Giving Tree at hstc1.org/christmas, donate a wrapped present from the HSTC’s wish list to be placed under the shelter’s Christmas in July tree; or call an HSTC Christmas Elf at 772-600-3216 to make a donation over the phone.
The humane society also has an in-kind Wish List, hstc1.org/Wishlist, and if these items are purchased using the shelter’s Amazon link, https://amzn.to/3xAuRZR. Amazon will then ship the purchase directly to the HSTC’s shelter.
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“The purpose of this campaign is to celebrate the spirit of giving that brings us so much joy and happiness, while providing valuable and necessary care to homeless and helpless animals at our community’s open-access, no-kill shelter,” said Sarah Fisher, the HSTC’s communications manager.
In addition, during the month-long Christmas in July promotion, thanks to the Bissell Pet Foundation, there will be reduced adoption fees: $50 for dogs (1 year or older) and $25 for cats (1 year or older). This special excludes kittens, puppies and small animals.
Starting on July 5 and continuing through July 31, shoppers will have the opportunity to purchase Christmas items from the HSTC’s thrift stores. Store hours are Monday–Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00PM.
For more information or to make a donation, call Ashton Standish at 772-600-3216 or via email, AStandish@hstc1.org. For questions related to the thrift stores, call Kelly Ellis at 772-286-6909 or via email, KEllis@hstc1.org.
About the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast
The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast (HSTC) is a no-kill animal welfare organization located at 4100 SW Leighton Farm Avenue in Palm City. Since 1955, it has been the leading advocate for animal protection and well-being in the Martin County area. A 501(c)3 private, nonprofit organization, the HSTC is independent and locally operated and relies on donations to support its programs and services. Follow the HSTC on Facebook at www.facebook.com/humanesocietyTC and X (formerly Twitter) at https://x.com/hstc1. For more information, visit https://hstc1.org or call (772) 223-8822.
