Sign your kid(s) up for our “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” Kids Movie Night! The cost is $25 per child which includes movie, pizza, popcorn, craft, and a visit from shelter pets. 100% of the proceeds benefit the homeless pets of GMHS! Open to children ages 6-12 years old. This is a drop off event. Bring their favorite blanket, pillow, and come wearing comfy pajamas! Spots are limited, so sign up today by calling 804-693-5520 or emailing [email protected].
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Mission: ‘Paws’-ible Auction and a $100,000 Matching Gift Challenge
Between now and the end of January, the organization seeks to raise $100,000 in monetary donations that will unlock the life-saving power of a matching gift being offered by a pair of very generous supporters, who prefer to remain anonymous.
The GMHS team hopes this matching gift will inspire everyone, who has ever experienced the unconditional love, joy and devotion of a pet, to make an investment in the future of our community’s homeless ones — an investment that not only will save their lives but also bring joy to them and to the families who adopt them!
The annual auction will be running through January 18th; the Matching Gift Challenge will continue through January 31, 2025, and the much needed proceeds from these two fundraisers will go towards Shelter operating expenses.
To give you an example of how expensive it is to save lives — it costs over $7,000 a day to keep the Shelter up and running, including $200,000 a year for medicine and medical supplies, and over $40,000 a year just to keep the lights and heat on!
This year’s auction items will appeal to just about everyone. There’s an action-packed Outer Banks offshore fishing charter aboard the famous ‘Doghouse,’ donated by GMHS Board Members; stays at an exquisite country estate’s guest houses; artwork; a coin from a sunken Spanish Galleon; and a week-long beach getaway to Fripp island. There are restaurant meals; an Ooni Pizza oven; a cocktail making class; a spa day for car; and you can even have a photo of your pet turned into a custom made jigsaw puzzle; or have best-selling novelist David Baldacci name a character for you in his next thriller!
In conjunction with the on-line auction, ‘Virtual’ tickets are on sale that offer a gala-to-go bag filled with delicious treats for people and pets available for pickup at the Shelter on January 18th. Visit https://www.betterunite.com/gmhs-gmhsmissionpaws-ible to view the auction, purchase a ticket, place a bid, and make donations. Looking is free, but you must register a credit card in order to bid.
For more information call: 804 693-5520 ext. 104 or email: [email protected]
Jingle Paws!
All month long, adopters will spend less on adoption fees and more on toys and treats for their new pets. Simply pick a present and open it up to reveal your reduced adoption fee during our Jingle Paws Adoption Special! 
Christmas Story Time at GMHS!
Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to GMHS! Bring your family and your camera for this jolly morning. We will hear stories from Santa and Mrs. Claus, take special photos, enjoy a hot chocolate bar, and make fun holiday crafts!
This fun event will take place in the GMHS Lobby. This family-friendly event is $10 per family. Advance registration is required!
Save your spot by calling 804-693-5520 or email [email protected].
Save your spot by calling 804-693-5520 or email [email protected].
The GMHS team invites you to join us for our annual holiday open house!
On Sunday, December 8, from 1 PM to 3 PM, join us as the shelter, visit with Santa, make holiday crafts, and meet homeless pets awaiting adoption!
Select a pet from our Angel Tree and donate pet food and supplies to make their holiday wishes come true!
Support the shelter with a purchase from our bake sale–100 percent of sales benefit the homeless pets at GMHS!
Admission is free, and the event is open to the public.
Kids Movie Night
Sign your kid(s) up for Kids Movie Night featuring “Garfield”! The cost is $25 per child which includes movie, pizza, popcorn, craft, and a visit from shelter pets. 100% of the proceeds benefit the homeless pets of GMHS! Open to children ages 6-12 years old. This is a drop off event. Bring their favorite blanket, pillow, and come wearing comfy pajamas! Spots are limited, so sign up today by calling 804-693-5520 or emailing [email protected].
Angel Tree Ornaments
Join us in our GMHS Lobby, where we invite you to create ornaments for our homeless pets for the GMHS Angel Tree! We will provide all necessary supplies, and registration is not required. All ages are welcome.
Just drop in anytime between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, on November 23. Email [email protected] with questions and for more details.
Clear the Shelters
Help us Clear the Shelters! August 10-September 10, all GMHS adoption fees are reduced by 50%! 
Cornhole Tournament & Shelter Party
Join GMHS for our Cornhole Tournament & Shelter Party sponsored by our friends at Chesapeake Bank and Chesapeake Wealth Management! The event is Saturday, September 21 at 2 PM at GMHS. Entry is $20 cash per player and singles and teams are welcome. The prizes for the top 2 teams are taking home 50% of the entry fees and a set of fully customized cornhole boards and drink holders from our friends at Sign Media. There will be food, drinks, and fun for the whole family!