Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC in Carson City hosts 10th annual pet food drive in October
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/01/2024 - 4:45pm
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October 29, 2024 (All day) Throughout October, Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC is partnering with Feeding Pets of the Homeless for their 10th annual pet food drive, aiming to Fill a Truck with donations of pet food for the pets of people experiencing homelessness and low-income families.
This event marks a decade of Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC’s commitment to helping vulnerable pets in the community. This year, they will be joined by five other dealerships, expanding efforts to support vulnerable pets across the region.
Last year, the dealership collected 1,570 pounds of pet food, and this year, they hope to surpass that amount. All donations will be distributed by Feeding Pets of the Homeless to local organizations that assist those in need within the community.
“This annual event is vital to ensuring that pets of homeless individuals and low-income families receive the care and nutrition they need,” said Genevieve Frederick, founder and president of Feeding Pets of the Homeless. “With rising costs, the need has increased, making this initiative more important than ever.”
On Saturday, Oct. 12, Reno Corvettes Club will join the drive, arriving at 9:30 AM to fill the truck with pet food donations. Club members will load the food into their Corvettes before transferring it to the truck, aiming to overfill the truck bed. As part of the festivities, the Corvettes will be on display for a public Show N Shine Competition, running from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Visitors are invited to view the cars and bring additional pet food donations to help fill the truck.
"We’re proud to have hosted this event for ten years and to see how much the community has contributed. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference in the lives of these pets and their owners," said Dennis Bala, General Manager of Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC.
The public is encouraged to participate by bringing pet food donations of any size to Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC, located at 3700 S Carson St, Carson City between Oct. 1 and Oct. 31. All contributions will directly support Feeding Pets of the Homeless and their mission to feed and provide emergency veterinary care to pets in need.
For more information on how to get involved, please visit www.PetsoftheHomeless.org or email Feeding Pets of the Homeless at info@petsofthehomeless.org.
About Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Feeding Pets of the Homeless® believes in the healing power of companion pets and of the human/animal bond, which is very important in the lives of people experiencing homelessness. They find solace, protection, and companionship through their pets. They care for their pets with limited resources so they themselves have less. Our task, nationwide, is to feed and provide basic emergency veterinary care to their pets and thus relieve the anguish and anxiety of homeless guardians who cannot provide for them. For more information, please visit www.PetsoftheHomeless.org.
About Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC
Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC, part of the Michael Hohl Automotive Group, has been serving Carson City and the surrounding communities since 1984. Known for its commitment to customer satisfaction, the dealership offers a wide range of new and pre-owned Chevrolet and GMC vehicles, along with expert service and parts departments. Over the years, Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC has become a local leader in the automotive industry, while actively participating in charitable initiatives such as their annual pet food drive supporting Feeding Pets of the Homeless.
About Reno Corvettes Club
Founded in 1972 by a small group of Corvette enthusiasts, Reno Corvettes Club has grown to become one of the largest Corvette clubs on the West Coast, boasting over 275 members from Reno, Sparks, Carson Valley, Dayton, and Fernley, with a combined total of 200 Corvettes. The club holds monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Bonanza Casino, and Corvette owners are welcome to attend. For more information about the club and its events, visit www.RenoCorvettes.com.
