NONPROFIT NEWS: Cancelled event still supplies needed funds
Bark in the Park vendors and sponsors provide support for Marion Senior Services and Marion County Animal Services.
From left, Ira Dorin, Marion Senior Services; Herb Silverman, marketing and webmaster, Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala; Phyllis Silverman, foundation founder and president; and Alison Holt, Marion Senior Services. [Photo courtesy Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala]
The Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala’s fourth annual Bark in the Park – A Doggy Expo event, which had been scheduled for Oct. 13, was cancelled due to Hurricane Milton. The fundraising component of the event, however, still provided critical support for two local agencies.
“In light of the cancellation, vendors and sponsors redirected their support, donating $4,000 to benefit the Marion Senior Services’ Meals on Wheels program and Marion County Animal Services. The contributions from vendors and sponsors ensure Meals on Wheels can continue providing essential nourishment and companionship to local seniors. At the same time, Marion County Animal Services can enhance care for community animals in need,” stated the foundation’s founder and president, Phyllis Silverman, in a news release.
“The Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala expresses heartfelt gratitude to sponsors and vendors, including: Campus USA, Canterfield of Ocala, Citizens First Bank, Devoted Health, Freedom Health, Great Expectations Realty, Guided Solutions, Haynes Houndmade Treats, Hospice of Marion County, Humana, Husky Haven of Florida Inc., Maricamp Animal Hospital, Marion-Alachua Training Facility, Mid Florida Agencies – Florida Blue, Pet Paradise, Procyon Training, Renewal by Anderson, Sharon Howard Photography, Smart Cremation, VIPcare, WellCare and Wire 3,” the release noted.
The Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala is dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of local seniors through community partnerships, volunteerism and resource programs.
To learn more, go to srfofocala.org
From left, Herb Silverman, marketing and webmaster, Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala; foundation president Phyllis Silverman; Kyra Lynch, director, Marion County Animal Services; and deputy director Stephanie Kash. [Photo courtesy Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala]
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