Upcoming Events

Join C.A.R.E. for one of our pet adoption events or fundraisers! You can attend, sponsor, or throw one yourself to help support our mission. Contact us to learn more!

First Saturday Adoption Event at Hollywood Feed Evanston
Jan
4

First Saturday Adoption Event at Hollywood Feed Evanston

Meet adoptable pups and kittens!

Come meet Enzo & Cali!

Join us for our monthly adoption event at Hollywood Feed in Evanston to meet with a select group of adoptable pups and kittens! Our volunteers will be on site to help you learn more about each of the adoptable pets.

Location: Pet People by Hollywood Feed in Evanston 2672 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL 60201






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C.A.R.E. Fur-ever Home for the Holidays Dog Adoption Event
Dec
7

C.A.R.E. Fur-ever Home for the Holidays Dog Adoption Event

Join us for the Furever Home for the Holidays dog adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus in Wicker Park, where you'll have the chance to meet lovable, adoptable pups looking for their perfect forever families! Whether you're searching for a playful puppy, a loyal companion, or a calm senior dog, there's a furry friend for everyone.

What to Expect:

- Meet adorable dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages ready to find their new homes.

- Talk to rescue representatives about the adoption process.

- Get information on pet care, training tips, and how to make your new pup feel at home.

Don't miss out on this chance to make this holiday season extra special for you and your new furry best friend!

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Crystals for a Cause
Oct
28
to Nov 30

Crystals for a Cause

  • Community Animal Rescue Effort (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Touchstone Crystal jewelry makes great holiday gifts, featuring real Swarovski crystals. A generous 25% of your purchase will go to C.A.R.E.

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Panera Bread Fundraising Event
Oct
23

Panera Bread Fundraising Event

Get dinner from Panera Bread in Niles between 4:00 to 8:00 PM and help C.A.R.E.
Dine-In or Take-Out, Panera will donate 25% of your bill to C.A.R.E.


Present this flyer or use the code FUND4U at online checkout, in the Panera app or at the in-cafe kiosk.

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Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event
Oct
5

Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event

🐾 Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event! 🐾

Join us for our annual Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event at McGrath Evanston Subaru on October 5, 2024! 🌟

🗓 Date: October 5, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📍 Location: McGrath Evanston Subaru

Meet lovable animals from Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) who are ready to find their forever homes. 🏡💕

Plus, McGrath Evanston Subaru will donate $100 to C.A.R.E. for every animal adopted during the whole month of October, up to a total of $3,100!

Mark your calendar and join us for a heartwarming day of adoptions and community spirit. We can't wait to see you there!

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Culver's Fundraising Event
Sep
25

Culver's Fundraising Event

Get dinner from Culver’s in Skokie between 5:00 to 8:00 PM and help out C.A.R.E. Dine-In, Takeout, or Drive Thru - Culver's will donate 10% of your bill to C.A.R.E.

Be sure to mention C.A.R.E. when you order or present this flyer.

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Strut for Strays 2024
Sep
7

Strut for Strays 2024

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Our 29th Annual Strut for Strays is a hybrid event, with a kickoff and in-person walk at McGrath Evanston Subaru, or do your own walk at a time/place of your choosing!

Those who would like to Strut with other C.A.R.E.™ supporters can join us at McGrath Evanston Subaru on the morning of September 7th. We’ll walk 2.5 miles on the Northshore Sculpture Path.

For those who are remote or don’t want to gather, you can do your own virtual walk between September 7th & 14th. Pick up your swag at the September 9 event, or one of our other pickup events, or choose to have your swag shipped to you.

Strut for a Reason: Fundraise for Rescue Pets.

Help us meet our goal of raising $30,000 for homeless pets!

In 2023, C.A.R.E. helped re-home 404 pets at a total cost of more than $220,000.

Additionally, C.A.R.E.'s Pet Food Pantry has grown exponentially during the economic downturn to help pet owners in need keep their pets at home.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO STRUTTING WITH YOU IN PERSON OR VIRTUALLY IN 2024!

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C.A.R.E. Clear the Shelters Dog Adoption Event!
Sep
1

C.A.R.E. Clear the Shelters Dog Adoption Event!

Calling all DOG lovers! It’s time to Clear the Shelters and find the perfect furry friend for your home. Join us for the Clear the Shelters Dog Adoption Event, where lovable dogs of all sizes and personalities will be waiting for their forever families!

Event Highlights:
Meet and Greet: Come meet and play with a variety of adorable dogs looking for their new homes. Our team will be on hand to help you find the perfect match!
Adoption Support: Our knowledgeable staff will provide advice on dog care, supplies, and training to ensure a smooth transition into your home.

How to Prepare:
Pre-Apply! See a dog on our website and let us know you're interested: carenorthshore.org/dogs. Fill out our application to get a head start: carenorthshore.org/dog-adoption-survey
Prepare Your Home: Make sure you have the essentials ready for your new canine companion.
Be Ready to Fall in Love: With so many lovable dogs available, you might just find your new best friend!


Together, we can give these wonderful dogs the loving homes they deserve. We can't wait to see you there and help you find your new furry family member!

Let’s Clear the Shelters and make a difference, one dog at a time!

NBCUniversal is teaming up with hundreds of shelters across the country to host Clear The Shelters in August 2024, a nationwide pet adoption and donation campaign that helps find loving homes for animals in need. More than 1 million pets have found their forever homes since 2015!

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C.A.R.E. Clear the Shelters Kitten Adoption Event!
Aug
31

C.A.R.E. Clear the Shelters Kitten Adoption Event!

Calling all KITTEN lovers! It's time to Clear the Shelters and find the purr-fect furry friend for your home. Join us for the Clear the Shelters Kitten Adoption Event, where adorable kittens of all colors and personalities will be waiting for their forever families!

Event Highlights:
Meet and Greet:
Cuddle and play with a variety of lovable kittens looking for their new homes. Our team will be on hand to help you find the perfect match!
Special Adoption Fees: Enjoy reduced adoption fees

  • For the Clear the Shelters Month 8/10 to 9/10:

    • Kitten pairs - $150 ($50 off)

    • Single kittens - $125 ($25 off)

  • For the Clear the Shelters Kitten Adoption Event 8/31/24 only:

    • Kitten pairs - $125

    • Single kittens - $100

Adoption Support: Our knowledgeable staff will provide advice on kitten care, supplies, and training to ensure a smooth transition into your home.

How to Prepare:
Pre-Apply! See a kitten on carenorthshore.org/cats you like, pre-apply and let us know you're interested: carenorthshore.org/cat-adoption-survey
Prepare Your Home: Ensure you have the essentials ready for your new kitten.
Be Ready to Fall in Love: With so many cute kittens available, you might just find your new best friend!

Together, we can give these kittens the loving homes they deserve. We can't wait to see you there and help you find your new furry family member!

Let’s Clear the Shelters and make a difference, one kitten at a time!

NBC Universal is teaming up with hundreds of shelters across the country to host Clear The Shelters in August 2024, a nationwide pet adoption and donation campaign that helps find loving homes for animals in need. More than 1 million pets have found their forever homes since 2015!

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CatVideoFest
Aug
25

CatVideoFest

CatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. CatVideoFest is a joyous communal experience, only available in theaters, and raises money for cats in need through partnerships with local cat charities, animal welfare organizations, and shelters to best serve cats in the area. Tickets are $10 and CARE will receive 10% of ticket sales! Click to buy tickets for this showing.

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CatVideoFest
Aug
18

CatVideoFest

CatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. CatVideoFest is a joyous communal experience, only available in theaters, and raises money for cats in need through partnerships with local cat charities, animal welfare organizations, and shelters to best serve cats in the area. Tickets are $10 and CARE will receive 10% of ticket sales! Click to buy tickets for this showing.

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Sunday Funday Trivia
Jun
2

Sunday Funday Trivia

Pizza and Trivia Fundraiser for Community Animal Rescue Effort!

Join us for an afternoon of delicious pizza and brain-teasing trivia to support the furry friends at C.A.R.E. Test your knowledge while enjoying mouth-watering slices of pizza, all for a good cause. Your participation will help provide shelter, medical care, and love to animals in need. Come hungry for fun and leave knowing you've made a difference in the lives of our four-legged companions.

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Volunteer Fair
May
18

Volunteer Fair

Calling all pet-loving people who want to give back! C.A.R.E.’s Adoption Center in Skokie needs more volunteers. The C.A.R.E. Volunteer Fair on Saturday, May 18th, from 12 pm to 3 pm, at 4927 Main St., Skokie, will be your chance to visit the shelter and see how you can play a role.

Flyer with cats and dogs advertising volunteer fair on May 18th between 12pm to 3pm
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C.A.R.E. Pint-night
Apr
5

C.A.R.E. Pint-night

Come to Temperance Beer Co. in Evanston and have a pint. $1 of each pint sold will go to C.A.R.E. Come with your friends and family and raise a glass for C.A.R.E.

 
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C.A.R.E. MARKET BETTER THAN A YARD SALE
Mar
9

C.A.R.E. MARKET BETTER THAN A YARD SALE

We will be selling the following items. There are treasures galore - find something for your pet and yourself, all to benefit C.A.R.E. (Cash, check, major credit cards accepted)

  • Cat carriers, hideout beds, accessories

  • Dog Toys, Leashes, Coats

  • Household items

  • Framed artwork

*Pets are not allowed in the building during the sale.

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Love Your Pet Day Party Adoption Event at Pets Supplies Plus Lincolnwood
Feb
17

Love Your Pet Day Party Adoption Event at Pets Supplies Plus Lincolnwood

Meet adoptable pups and kittens!

Join us for an adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus in Lincolnwood to meet with a select group of adoptable dogs and kittens! Our volunteers will be on site to help you learn more about each of the adoptable pets.

Location: Pet Supplies Plus Lincolnwood 7031 N. Lincoln AvenueLincolnwood, IL, 60712


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2024 SU-PURR BOWL SQUARES
Feb
11

2024 SU-PURR BOWL SQUARES

C.A.R.E. 2024 SU-PURR Bowl Squares

Play Football Squares with us!  Help us raise funds for C.A.R.E. and play for a chance to win!

How it works:

  1. The game starts with a 10-by-10 grid — 100 individual boxes — each of which is worth $10 per square. There is no limit on the number of boxes that can be purchased. Additional grids may be added based on demand.  Grid 3 is now live. Grid 1 and 2 are now full.

    • You can choose your squares(s) during the purchase process. You will be asked which cells (squares) you would like to pick by number (1,34,77, etc.) Please only choose squares that are empty and do not have a name already in them.

  2. The numbers 0-9 are assigned to the columns and rows (at random), giving two numbers to each individual cell.

  3. The teams for the Big Game are listed on a respective axis. One axis represents the last digit of the AFC team's score and the other represents the last digit of the NFC team's score.

  4. Whoever has the correct ending digits of the score for each quarter wins $100.

    • Please note, we will be closing entries at 11:59 pm CST on Saturday February 10th, the night before the game.

      Any questions or comments please contact us.

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First Saturday Adoption Event at Hollywood Feed Evanston  (Copy)
Feb
3

First Saturday Adoption Event at Hollywood Feed Evanston (Copy)

Meet adoptable pups and kittens!

Join us for our monthly adoption event at Hollywood Feed in Evanston to meet with a select group of adoptable pups and kittens! Our volunteers will be on site to help you learn more about each of the adoptable pets.

Location: Pet People by Hollywood Feed in Evanston 2672 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL 60201

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<a href="https://carenorthshore.org/events/2024pizza">Lou Malnati’s Pizza Fundraiser </a>
Jan
23

Lou Malnati’s Pizza Fundraiser

RAISE A SLICE FOR A GOOD CAUSE!

Deep dish or thin crust? Treat yourself to pizza and support C.A.R.E.™ at the same time! Lou Malnati's in Wilmette, Evanston and Lincolnwood will be holding a fundraiser for C.A.R.E. on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. For more info or to RSVP click here.

Good for delivery, pickup, or dine in. Print this flyer and present it with your order any time on 1/23/24 or order online or in the app and use code GPFUND24. Lou Malnati's will donate 20% of your bill to C.A.R.E.

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria Evanston
www.loumalnatis.com
1850 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
847-328-5400
11am-10pm

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria Wilmette
www.loumalnatis.com
3223 Lake Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091
847-256-5780
4pm-10pm

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria Lincolnwood
www.loumalnatis.com
6649 North Lincoln Avenue
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
847-673-0800
11am-10pm

Use code: GPFUND24

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