Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Howl-O-Ween Fundraiser

Get dressed in your favorite character or ghoul, and do the same for your dog! Come to Planet Pooch in South San Francisco for a fun and political Halloween event on October 18th at 5pm! Tickets are sold by suggested donation of $20 to either Paws for Purple Hearts and Al Franken for Senate (or both). Refreshments, including finger foods and yummy drink concoctions, will be served throughout the event. Be sure to dress up as there will be a costume contest for the most political or spookiest outfits. Raffles and a silent auction will be held, with exciting prizes and terrific deals!

We also have an evite so go there to confirm your attendance!

Fundraiser in a Nutshell

When: Saturday October 18th, starting at 5pm

Where: 113 S Linden ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Why: Fundraiser event for both Paws for Purple Hearts and Al Franken for Senate

How: Suggested donation of $20 to either charity (or both) for your ticket to the event!

What: Refreshments, a short movie, raffles, socialization, costume contests, and an auction

Al Franken for Senate

Originally a satirical writer for Saturday Night Live, Al Franken has been involved in politics since the 1990s. He has written books such as Rush Limbaugh is a Big Fat Idiot and Other Observations, Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them, and The Truth (with jokes)- all bestsellers poking fun at the conservative agenda- in addition to hosting a radio show on Air America and being the subject of a documentary released in 2006.

Franken is currently running for the United States Senate (D-Minnesota), and his progressive politics have made him a popular figure for Democrats. His platform rests on the following ideals: better funding for education, universal health care, fighting debt and rising gas prices, honoring and supporting veteran's affairs, and ending the war in Iraq.

Presently, Franken is deadlocked with his Republican opponent. Donate towards Al Franken's campaign today to help add a valuable seat to Congress.

Paws for Purple Hearts

Paws for Purple Hearts (PPH) is an organization dedicated to aiding the healing process of our returning combat veterans. The program teaches those with psychological scars to train service dogs to assist their comrades left with physical disabilities.

The process of training a service dog for a fellow veteran helps address many of the symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Training the dogs enhances self worth, provides an opportunity to practice emotional regulation, and creates a reason for participating in new social relationships.

The service dogs are trained to assist in daily activities, while offering unconditional love and accompanying their partner everywhere.

Help support our troops by going here and making a donation today.