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NAWS Humane Society

NAWS Humane Society is a 501c3 No-Kill Humane Society located in Mokena Illinois. We were founded in 2007 to make a difference in the lives of pets in need. Join us on this incredible journey of love. 🐶🐱❤️

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Howl At The Moon Raffle Sales

Thank You For Considering Sponsoring our Third Annual Gala! Below are the levels of sponsorship for this year: 🌕 Full Moon Sponsor (Presenting Sponsor)$5,000<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">&ldquo;Presented by [Company Name]&rdquo; on all event materials</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Premier logo placement (largest) on:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Website, invitations, signage.</li></ul></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">On-stage recognition during program + speaking opportunity</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Featured in press releases + media outreach</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Dedicated social media spotlight post</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Logo on auction platform &amp; mobile bidding site</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">VIP table (10 guests) with premium placement</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Opportunity to include item in guest gift bags</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Post-event impact report with metrics (animals helped, funds raised)</li></ul> 🌌 Midnight Sky Sponsor$4,000<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Prominent logo placement on all marketing materials</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Recognition in event program + website</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Verbal recognition during event program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Featured social media post</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Logo on auction platform</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Reserved table (10 guests)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Option to include item in gift bags</li></ul> 🌙 Lunar Glow Sponsor$3,000<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Logo placement on website + event signage</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Recognition in event program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Group social media recognition post</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Reserved seating (8 guests)</li></ul> ✨ Starlight Sponsor$2,000<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Name/logo listed on website</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Recognition in event program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Social media mention (group post)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Reserved seating (6 guests)</li></ul> 🌠 Moonbeam Sponsor$1,000<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Name listed on website</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Recognition in event program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Reserved seating (4 guests)</li></ul> We Also have other sponsorship opportunities available: Cocktail Sponsor$500<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your logo on the bar</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your logo given on drink tickets</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sign that says &ldquo;Drinks sponsored by {Your Company Name}&rdquo;</li></ul> Auction Item SponsorBaskets must be worth $200 or more. Auction Items must be worth $500 or more.<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your logo and name on raffle table</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your logo and name on item you donated</li></ul> If you have any questions, please reach out to Becca@nawsus.org!

Howl At The Moon Gala Sponsorship

Join us for our Third Annual Gala: Howl At The Moon!&nbsp; Your $150 ticket includes the following: <ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Family Style meal from Scrementis</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Access to our Dessert Table</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Two free drinks at the bar</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Access to our exclusive online silent auction</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Photo opportunities</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learning first hand all of the exciting things NAWS has coming up</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A dance floor and DJ to end the night!</li></ul> You won&#39;t want to miss this years gala, it is sure to be the best one yet! We also have tables of 8 or 10 available for a discounted price! Interested in Sponsoring? Email Becca@nawsus.org

NAWS Annual Gala: Howl At The Moon

Take a look at this years silent auction! Offering everything from luxury trips to high end baskets, every bid will help us reach our goal quicker so bid generously!

Howl At The Moon Silent Auction

Get ready to SCREAM! 🎃 **21+ EVENT!** Our Howl-O-Ween Drag Show Brunch is creeping up on October 11th! Join us for a spooky spectacular featuring five incredible Scream Queens! 👑 We&#39;ve got 2 hours of killer professional drag performances, a delicious brunch, and a signature cocktail (non-alcoholic options available!) all included in your ticket! 🍸👻 Don&#39;t miss out on: ✨ Raffles! 💰 Split the Pot! 🐕 Supporting a great cause! A portion of sales and all raffle/50/50 money benefits the animals at NAWS Humane Society! Doors open at 11am, show starts at 12pm. Grab your tickets now- They won&#39;t last! Is this your first rodeo? Here are some helpful tips to help make the most of your drag experience <a fr-original-style="text-align: start;" href="https://www.thedragqueenstore.com/blogs/blog/drag-etiquette-101-dos-and-donts-at-drag-shows" style="text-align: start; text-decoration-color: currentcolor; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://www.thedragqueenstore.com/blogs/blog/drag-etiquette-101-dos-and-donts-at-drag-shows</a> TLDR: 1. Participate! Sing, clap, laugh and dance your way through the afternoon. If you volunteer for something, you better be ready to WORK!!! 2. Be respectful of the queens and their performance space. Do not touch anyone without consent and &nbsp;avoid walking around during performances. 3. BRING SINGLES and be ready to tip! Drag is an expensive art form and all tips are greatly appreciated!! Brunch Options include (You can choose one option. Full menus with descriptions will be available to you at the restaurant):&nbsp; <ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Dead Drop American Pecan Rolls</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Dead Drop Pecan Cinnamon French Toast</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Breakfast Burrito</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Cheese Omelette</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Corned Beef Hash</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Fried Egg Sandwich</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Timmy Toast</li></ul>

Scream Queens! A Drag Brunch Benefitting NAWS

Purchase your raffle tickets to support the NAWS pets!

Scream Queens Raffle

🐻🏈 NAWS BEARS SQUARES &ndash; WEEK 2! 🏈🐻 After a record-breaking 59-point win to kick off the season, the Bears are back &mdash; and so are NAWS Bears Squares! 🔥 This week, the Bears take on the Minnesota Vikings, and we&rsquo;re hoping for another BIG game! 🎯 Squares are $10 each and will be randomly assigned on game day. We&rsquo;ll post the completed board before kickoff! 💰 Prizes: 🏈 1st Quarter &ndash; $50 🏈 Halftime &ndash; $100 🏈 3rd Quarter &ndash; $50 🏈 Final &ndash; $300 Grab a square, cheer on the Bears, and see if your numbers hit &mdash; all while helping support the animals at NAWS! 🐾❤️ Squares are limited, so grab yours before they fill up! Any unsold squares will be purchased by NAWS.

NAWS Bears Squares - Week 2

Join us for our September cash bingo! We will be at The Moose Lodge in Lockport for our popular Bingo Fundraiser! This is your chance to win big cash prizes and help out the NAWS Mission!&nbsp; Doors open at 5pm, Dinner served at 6pm, and Bingo starts at 7pm. Your ticket includes 10 games of Bingo and access to a buffet full of chicken, pasta, salad, and deserts. Get your tickets now!

NAWS September Bingo

NAWS Bears Squares! We are kicking off this FootBall season with a Bears squares fundraiser to support the animals at NAWS. Squares are $10 each, and squares are randomly assigned the day of the game on Sunday! We will post the filled out bracket on Sunday! Prizes:1st $50Half $1003rd $50Final $300 Grab a square, watch the game, and hope your numbers hit. It&rsquo;s a fun way to be part of the action while helping us care for animals who need it most. We have a limited number of squares, so grab yours before they fill up! *Any unsold squares will be purchased by NAWS*

NAWS Bears Squares!

🎸🐾 Curtain Call for the Animals Presents: Buddy &ndash; The Buddy Holly Story! 🐾🎸 Get ready to rock around the clock while making a difference for homeless animals! Join NAWS for an unforgettable afternoon at Drury Lane Theatre as we enjoy the electrifying musical Buddy &ndash; The Buddy Holly Story. Featuring all of Buddy Holly&#39;s greatest hits, this high-energy production celebrates the life, ddmusic, and legacy of one of rock &#39;n&#39; roll&#39;s true pioneers. 📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026 🕑 2:00 PM 📍 Drury Lane Theatre 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL 🎟️ Tickets: $75 each Every ticket purchased helps NAWS continue providing food, shelter, medical care, and loving homes for homeless cats and dogs. ✨ Seating is limited, so don&#39;t wait to reserve your tickets! Gather your family and friends for a fantastic afternoon of incredible music, unforgettable entertainment, and compassion for animals in need. ❤️ Every ticket gives a homeless animal another chance at a happy ending.

Curtain Call for the Animals:  Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story

🎩☕ Join us for an elegant afternoon at the NAWS High Tea Fundraiser! ☕🎩 Step into a charming afternoon of tea, sweet treats, raffles, games, and beautiful scenery at the historic Oscar Swan Country Inn in Geneva. ✨ Saturday, July 18, 2026✨ 2:00pm &ndash; 4:00pm✨ Oscar Swan Country Inn1800 W. State Street, Geneva, IL Donation: $55 per person Enjoy a delightful high tea experience while supporting the animals of NAWS! Guests are encouraged (but not required!) to wear their favorite fancy hat for our Best Hat Contest featuring multiple fun categories. Spend time strolling the beautiful grounds, enjoying delicious refreshments, participating in raffles and games, and making a difference for homeless pets in need. Seats are limited &mdash; reserve yours today! 🐾 Every ticket helps provide care, shelter, and love for animals waiting for their forever homes.

High Tea Fundraiser for NAWS

🎭🐾 Curtain Call for the Animals Presents: Nunsense! 🐾🎭 Join NAWS for an afternoon of laughter, music, and fun as we head to Drury Lane Theatre for the beloved musical comedy Nunsense! 📅 Sunday, July 12, 2026🕒 2:00 PM📍 Drury Lane Theatre100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 🎟️ Tickets: $75 each Get ready for a hilarious production featuring the Little Sisters of Hoboken as they put on a variety show to raise money for their convent. Filled with unforgettable characters, catchy songs, and nonstop laughs, Nunsense is a crowd favorite that has delighted audiences for decades. Best of all, your ticket purchase helps support the homeless cats and dogs of NAWS. Every ticket sold helps provide food, shelter, medical care, and second chances for animals in need. ✨ Seating is limited, so reserve your spot early!

Curtain Call for the Animals:  Nunsense!

Join us for July Bingo 🐾 and help give rescue animals the safe haven they deserve. Every card you play supports NAWS&rsquo; work in rescue, rehabilitation, and responsible pet education. Register below to save your spot, invite a friend, and get ready for a fun, low‑key night that directly benefits animals waiting for loving homes ❤️ Your ticket includes 10 games of bingo and access to a buffet filled with chicken, pasta, salad, and dessert! Reminder to bring your own daubers!

July Bingo!

Your chance to win big for the Fourth of July! We are raffling off a Blackstone grill and all the proceeds go towards Coraline&#39;s Surgery! Get your tickets now for a chance to win big and save lives! Tickets are $20 each. Winner will be randomly chosen at 3pm on July 3rd!

Fourth of July Blackstone Raffle!

Join us for our May 2026 Cash Bingo Fundraiser! One of our most popular fundraisers- get your tickets soon before they sell out!&nbsp; Your $45 ticket includes 10 games of bingo and a buffet of delicious foods such as chicken, pasta, salad, and desserts! Raffles, 50/50 and extra games will be available for an additional cost- so bring cash! Daubers are required in order to play bingo! Please bring your own dauber. We will have a limited supply available for purchase. All proceeds are in support of the NAWS Medical fund to help animals who are in need of expensive medical procedures.&nbsp; We hope to see you all there!

May 2026 Bingo!

🎭 Curtain Call for the Animals 🐾 Join us for a special afternoon supporting the animals of NAWS Humane Society! We&rsquo;re rolling out the red carpet for a fundraising play of the beloved comedy Father of the Bride &mdash; a perfect way to enjoy a classic theatre production while helping homeless pets find loving homes. ❤️ Every ticket helps provide shelter, medical care, and second chances for dogs and cats waiting for their forever families. 📅 Sunday, May 17, 2026🕑 2:00 PM📍 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL🎟 Tickets: $70 (limited seating) Bring your friends, family, and fellow animal lovers for an afternoon of laughter, community, and compassion. 🐶🐱 Reserve your seat today and help change a life.

Curtain Call for the Animals: Father of the Bride

🐾&nbsp;Crosstown for a Cause! NAWS (A 501c3 No-Kill Humane Society) is excited to host our Crosstown Classic Raffle Fundraiser &mdash; giving you a chance to win big while helping animals in need. 📍 Cubs vs. White Sox📅 Tuesday, August 18, 2026🕖 7:05 PM🏟️ Wrigley FieldSection 310 &bull; Row 8 &bull; Seats 10 &amp; 11🎟️ $10 per raffle ticket 📅 Drawing: May 9, 2026 Every ticket helps provide medical care, food, and shelter for the animals at NAWS 💙 When you play, they win.Thank you for helping us save lives.

NAWS "Crosstown for a Cause" Raffle

Join us for our annual Candlelight Bowling Fundraiser! Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Strike N Spare &ndash; 811 Northern Drive, Lockport, IL Join us for a fun night of bowling, food, and raising funds! All to support animals in need!&nbsp; $45 per bowler | $30 per non-bowler Includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, and an all you can eat buffet featuring: Fried Chicken, Italian Beef, Sausage &amp; Peppers, Baked Mostaccioli, &nbsp;Tossed Garden Salad, PLUS Surprise Desserts! Check in starts at 5:30PM , Bowling starts at 6:30PM , and Dinner is served at 7:00PM. Let the good times roll while making a difference for the NAWS pets. Don&rsquo;t miss out spots will fill fast! &nbsp; Every registration to this event helps to support our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all!

Candlelight Bowling Fundraiser!

Yeehaw for a cause! Saddle up and join us for a boot scootin good time at our Line Dance Workshop Fundraiser for the animals of NAWS Humane Society. Steps Towards Fur Ever Love! Enjoy beginner friendly dances, upbeat country hits, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for all skill levels. From wagging tails to happy trails, every ticket helps give animals a second chance at life. So grab your crew, kick up your heels, and let&rsquo;s dance our way to brighter futures for pets in need!&nbsp;

NAWS Line Dance Workshop Fundraiser!

**SOLD OUT** Ready to try yoga with a twist&hellip; and a few tiny hooves? Join us for a Goat Yoga Fundraiser benefiting NAWS Humane Society, where downward dog might turn into upward goat. During this lighthearted, beginner-friendly yoga class, curious goats will wander through the group, nibble at mats, and occasionally hop onto backs while you stretch and laugh your way through the session. No yoga experience is required...just a sense of humor and a love for animals. After class, stick around to cuddle the goats, snap some photos, and enjoy the pure joy that only goats (and helping rescue animals) can bring. All proceeds support the animals at NAWS, helping provide medical care, food, and shelter for pets waiting for their forever homes. Raffles will be available!&nbsp;

Goat Yoga!

🐰🥚 NAWS &ldquo;Egg My Yard&rdquo; Fundraiser! Let NAWS bring the magic of Easter to your home &mdash; while helping animals in need! Our volunteers will deliver and hide candy-filled Easter eggs in your yard the night before Easter. Wake up to a ready-to-go egg hunt without lifting a finger! 💕 How It WorksChoose your egg package and our &ldquo;Easter Bunnies&rdquo; will:&bull; Deliver candy-filled eggs (You choose people and/or dog treats. &nbsp;People treats are peanut free)&bull; Hide them in your front yard the evening before Easter (the Bunny starts hopping at 8:00pm)&bull; Help you create a magical surprise for your family 🥚 Egg Packages<ul data-end="742" data-start="679" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="700" data-start="679" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$20 &ndash; 20 Eggs</li><li data-end="722" data-start="701" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$40 &ndash; 40 Eggs</li><li data-end="742" data-start="723" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$60 &ndash; 60 Eggs</li></ul>All proceeds directly benefit the rescue animals at NAWS, helping provide medical care, food, shelter, and second chances. 📍 Service AreaMust be located in: &nbsp;Mokena, New Lenox, Frankfort, Homer Glen, Lockport, or Tinley Park. &nbsp;Spots are limited and fill quickly &mdash; reserve your yard today! 🐾&nbsp;Why It MattersEvery egg hidden helps provide:&bull; Life-saving veterinary care&bull; Spay/neuter services&bull; Daily food and shelter&bull; Rescue and rehabilitation When you Egg Your Yard, you&rsquo;re not just creating Easter magic &mdash; you&rsquo;re giving hope to animals waiting for their forever homes.

Egg My Yard Fundraiser for NAWS

It&rsquo;s Final Four weekend, and we&rsquo;re doing a final four basketball squares fundraiser to support the animals at NAWS. Squares are $20 each, and squares are randomly assigned the day of the game on Saturday! Prizes:&bull; 1st half winner: $200&bull; 2nd half winner: $500 Grab a square, watch the game, and hope your numbers hit. It&rsquo;s a fun way to be part of the action while helping us care for animals who need it most. We have a limited number of squares, so grab yours before they fill up! *Any unsold squares will be purchased by NAWS*

Michigan VS. Arizona Final Four Squares!

It&rsquo;s Final Four weekend, and we&rsquo;re doing a final four basketball squares fundraiser to support the animals at NAWS. Squares are $30 each, and squares are randomly assigned the day of the game on Saturday! Prizes:&bull; 1st half winner: $300&bull; 2nd half winner: $600 Grab a square, watch the game, and hope your numbers hit. It&rsquo;s a fun way to be part of the action while helping us care for animals who need it most. We have a limited number of squares, so grab yours before they fill up! *Any unsold squares will be purchased by NAWS*

U of I Final Four Squares!

Test your luck with our Luck of The Irish online 50/50! Tickets are $5 a ticket or 6 ticket for $25. All proceeds benefit the animals of NAWS! Winner will be called on March 17th at 12pm.Winners will be chosen by using an online wheel that randomizes entries. The draw will be screen recorded to ensure fairness. Winner will be awarded their prize in cash to be picked up at NAWS.&nbsp; For any questions please email Becca@nawsus.org

Luck of The Irish Online 50/50

March Bingo is here! Join us at The Moose Lodge for our most popular fundraiser! Doors open at 5pm, Bingo starts at 7pm! There will be a buffet at 6pm of chicken, pasta, Salad, and desserts. Your ticket includes access to the Buffet and one Bingo booklet. Please bring your own daubers, they are required to play Bingo. We will have limited daubers available to purchase for $3.

March Bingo for NAWS!

We have teamed up with Sukun Art and SoundGrowler Brewing for a fun way to raise money for homeless pets! Join us on February 26th&nbsp;at 6pm for a paint n sip party where you will be led by a professional artist in creating one of a kind pet themed art! While you create, order a drink from our friends at SoundGrowler and really relax! A percentage of every ticket goes back to NAWS, and SoundGrowler has graciously donated the room to us free of charge! We hope to see you there!

Paint n Sip with Sukun Arts!

***EVENT SOLD OUT*** Encore at the StardustA Modern Vegas Charity Murder Mystery NAWS Humane Society invites you to an unforgettable evening celebrating the return of the legendary Stardust. Set against the backdrop of a sleek, modern Vegas&ndash;style casino party, this immersive murder mystery combines elegance, intrigue, and purpose. As guests gather to mark the Stardust&rsquo;s triumphant encore, a shocking crime disrupts the celebration. Throughout the evening, attendees will interact with suspicious characters, uncover hidden motives, and piece together clues to determine who committed the murder. <ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Location: Gaelic Park, Oak Forest, Illinois</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Ticket Pricing:&bull; $60 per person&bull; $55 per person for groups of four (4) or more. &nbsp;Note that paper tickets are not issued - we confirm attendance at the door using a registration list.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Dining - &nbsp;Sliced Sirloin of Beef, Roasted Chicken, Mostaccioli with marinara (meatless), mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, vanilla ice cream. &nbsp;Cash bar with drink specials.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Dress Code: Party Casino &mdash; modern Vegas glam and cocktail attire encouraged (but not required).</li></ul>Proceeds from this high-stakes evening at the Stardust directly benefit NAWS Humane Society and the homeless dogs and cats who rely on our care. We are sincerely grateful for our supporters and profoundly blessed by the NAWS community whose compassion turns every encore into a new beginning.

NAWS Murder Mystery: Encore at the Stardust

🎰 Place Your Bets on Second Chances Support Cinderella &amp; Coraline Your donation tonight helps two incredible NAWS animals who need urgent medical care.Cinderella survived severe trauma, and her leg can be saved with surgery.Coraline is learning to trust after being abandoned and now needs ACL surgery to walk and play pain-free again. Every dollar raised through tonight&rsquo;s Casino Night Murder Mystery goes directly toward their life-changing care. The odds have already been stacked against them&mdash;tonight, you can change that.

NAWS Murder Mystery Fundraiser Sponsorships

Looking for the perfect way to relax and give back? 🧘&zwj;♀️✨ Join NAWS at Royal Salt Cave for a unique wellness experience that heals body and soul &mdash; while raising lifesaving funds for animals in need. 💕🐾 📅Thursday, January 22, 2026 📍 Royal Salt Cave &amp; Spa, 20881 LaGrange Road, Frankfort, IL

🐾 Paws & Relax at Royal Salt Cave!

Make the holidays merry &amp; bright for both your family&nbsp;and animals in need! 🎄🐾 Join us for Plays for Paws: A Christmas Carol &mdash; a special, one-hour family-friendly performance at Drury Lane. &nbsp;Every ticket helps NAWS provide care, love, and second chances for cats and dogs waiting for forever homes. 💕 📅 Saturday, December 27, 2025 🕛 12:00 PM | 📍 Drury Lane Theatre, Oak Brook

Plays for Paws:  A Christmas Carol

🎭 Plays for Paws: Sister ActJoin us for an afternoon of laughter, music, and rescue magic at Drury Lane! ✨ 🐾 Because every act deserves a happy tail.

Plays for Paws:  Sister Act

Join NAWS Humane Society for an unforgettable evening where art meets heart. As you sip, swirl, and paint, you&rsquo;ll be directly supporting the rescue, medical care, and adoption of animals who depend on us. Your participation transforms brushstrokes into hope &mdash; one canvas, one pet, one life at a time. Your donation includes painting supplies, snacks, soft drinks and water. &nbsp;Feel free to BYO adult beverage of choice. &nbsp;We&#39;ll also have raffle baskets and a wine pull. Reserve your spot and be part of this inspiring night.

Sip, Paint, and Make a Difference

🥨🐾 Paws for Pretzels: A NAWS Fundraiser! 🐾🥨Bite into tradition and help shelter pets in need! This October, NAWS is teaming up with the legendary Gus&rsquo; Pretzel Shop, a St. Louis favorite since 1920. Every hand-twisted, mouthwatering pretzel you order will support our mission to save and care for animals in need! 🗓️&nbsp;Order Period: All throughout October 2025 🛍️ Pick-Up Date: The NAWS team will be picking up fresh from Gus&#39; on&nbsp;November 11, 2025 📍 Pick-Up Location: NAWS (ready for pick-up by late afternoon &mdash; we&#39;ll confirm exact timing closer to the date!). &nbsp;Note: &nbsp;Since we do not have space to keep frozen orders overnight, arrangements must be made for frozen orders to be picked up on November 11, 2025.<p fr-original-style="width:726px;margin:0px;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;letter-spacing:0.25px;outline:currentcolor !important;box-sizing:inherit;" style="width:726px;margin:0px;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;letter-spacing:0.25px;outline:currentcolor !important;box-sizing:inherit;"> Choose from a variety of delicious Gus&#39; favorites! Whether you&rsquo;re craving a classic soft pretzel, a savory bratwurst pretzel sandwich, or sweet pretzel bites, we&rsquo;ve got your cravings covered &mdash; all while helping our four-legged friends. Order, enjoy, and make a difference! 🐕🐈❤️ Every pretzel helps a pet find a second chance at life.Don&#39;t hesitate - place your order today and get ready to twist for a cause!

Pretzels for Paws:  A NAWS Fundraiser!

Every day, an incredible team of volunteers helps make lifesaving work possible at NAWS. From walking dogs and socializing cats to helping at adoption events, assisting with fundraisers, fostering, and so much more, our volunteers are a huge part of our mission. But coordinating hundreds of volunteers takes up a lot of time and commitment. Our volunteer management system helps us organize schedules, create opportunities, onboard new volunteers, track participation, and make sure our volunteers have the information and support they need to make a difference. We have been using Galaxy Digital for a little over a year now. The system has helped us tremendously with our volunteer program. However, the price tag does take away essential funding from the animals in our care. We are actively working on finding a business sponsor to help sponsor the cost of this platform every year (for more information on this, please email <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:Becca@nawsus.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Becca@nawsus.org</a>). Until then, we are asking our community to help us keep our volunteer program running smoothly. We&rsquo;re raising $2,520 to help fund this essential tool for our volunteer program for a full year.&nbsp; Help us keep our volunteers connected, supported, and ready to save lives.

Every day, an incredible team of volunteers helps make lifesaving work possible at NAWS. From walking dogs and socializing cats to helping at adoption events, assisting with fundraisers, fostering, and so much more, our volunteers are a huge part of our mission.But coordinating hundreds of volunteers takes up a lot of time and commitment. Our volunteer management system helps us organize schedules, create opportunities, onboard new volunteers, track participation, and make sure our volunteers have the information and support they need to make a difference.We have been using Galaxy Digital for a little over a year now. The system has helped us tremendously with our volunteer program. However, the price tag does take away essential funding from the animals in our care. We are actively working on finding a business sponsor to help sponsor the cost of this platform every year (for more information on this, please email Becca@nawsus.org). Until then, we are asking our community to help us keep our volunteer program running smoothly.We’re raising $2,520 to help fund this essential tool for our volunteer program for a full year. Help us keep our volunteers connected, supported, and ready to save lives.

Help Power The People Behind Rescue

Join us for our November cash bingo! We will be at The Moose Lodge in Lockport for our popular Bingo Fundraiser! This is your chance to win big cash prizes and help out the NAWS Mission! &nbsp;Doors open at 5pm, Dinner served at 6pm, and Bingo starts at 7pm. Your ticket includes 10 games of Bingo and access to a buffet full of chicken, pasta, salad, and deserts. Get your tickets now!

NAWS November Bingo

🍁 Autumn Affair: Vendor Registration Join NAWS Humane Society for An Autumn Affair: A Brunch to Remember! We&#39;re inviting local vendors, artisans, crafters, and small businesses to showcase their products during this beautiful fall fundraising event! Event Details:📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026📍 The Oscar Swan Inn &ndash; Geneva, IL🕦 11:30 AM &ndash; 3:00 PM🛍️ Vendor Registration Fee: $10 Guests will enjoy a delicious autumn brunch, raffles, games, crafts, shopping, and the beautiful grounds of the historic Oscar Swan Inn. For just $10, you can be part of this special event while helping NAWS Humane Society continue its mission of rescuing and caring for animals in need. Space is limited, so register today to reserve your spot! Please note: The $10 vendor registration fee does not include brunch.

An Autumn Affair: A Brunch To Remember Vendor Sign Up

Join us for an Autumn Affair: A Brunch to Remember! Sunday, November 8th at The Oscar Swan Inn in Geneva, get into the seasonal spirit! &nbsp;$75 per person. Includes:&nbsp; All you can eat:&nbsp; Cheese Blintz with lingonberriesScrambled Eggs with spinach and tomatoesFrench Toast from homemade cinnamon raisin bread with maple syrup&nbsp;Egg Cheese StrataRoasted Little Red Potatoes with herbs and onions&nbsp;Country Baked Bone-in-ham with a honey mustard glazeApple wood smoked BaconSweet Breads - Banana, Pumpkin, and ZucchiniBoursin and Assorted CheesesFresh Fruit&nbsp;Macaroni and CheeseRoasted Vegetables&nbsp;Green SaladBean Salad&nbsp;Wine, Coffee, Tea, and Juice&nbsp; Make a plate and sit under the tent, in the mansion or in the garden. We will have vendors, raffles, games, craft, and feel free to wander and explore the grounds and gardens.&nbsp; Doors open at 11:30amFood served 12:00pm to 1:00pmEvent ends at 3:00pm

An Autumn Affair: A Brunch To Remember

🐾 Curtain Call for the Animals Presents: Annie! 🐾 Enjoy an afternoon of Broadway magic while helping homeless pets find their own happily-ever-afters! Join NAWS for Annie, the beloved musical filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable songs. With a little optimism&mdash;and a lovable dog named Sandy&mdash;Annie reminds us how much hope and love can change a life. 📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026 🕑 2:00 PM 📍 Drury Lane Theatre 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL 🎟️ Tickets: $75 each Every ticket purchased helps NAWS continue providing food, shelter, medical care, and loving homes for homeless cats and dogs. ✨ Seating is limited, so don&#39;t wait to reserve your tickets! Gather your family and friends for a fantastic afternoon of incredible music, unforgettable entertainment, and compassion for animals in need. ❤️ Every ticket gives a homeless animal another chance at a happy ending.

Curtain Call for the Animals:  Annie

Join us for our first ever Fill The Sleigh Event! We are hosting a Holiday Kick Off Fundraiser at Bourbon Street! This event will be full of holiday fun including raffles, surprise musical guest, Santa Claus, Buffet Lunch, Santas bakeshop bake sale and so much more! Kids welcome and encouraged to come! The goal of this event is to raise much needed funding for the NAWS animals, as well as fill a sleigh FULL of donations for NAWS. Our most needed donations can be found below! Your ticket includes the following: <ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Buffet lunch</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Coors or Miller on draft as well as wine and soft drinks</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Interaction with Santa during lunch</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A surprise musical guest!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">50/50</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Raffle Baskets</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Christmas themed raffles!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Much More!</li></ul> Most needed items to bring: <ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Rescue Disinfectant</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Ododban Disinfectant</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Dry or Wet Kitten Food</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Clumping Litter</li></ul>

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Curtain Call for the Animals: Annie

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