ALBION, Ind. (ADAMS) – The grounds of Black Pine Animal Sanctuary may be closed through the first weekend in May, but that doesn’t mean the fundraising stops.
“January, February and March are the most challenging months for us, financially,” according to Communications Director Diane Current. “Since we are closed for general admission, have very few tours during this time of year, and people are paying off Christmas debt, the decrease in revenue hits us hard.
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Black Pine Animal Sanctuary CEO Trish Nichols said this winter has also not been kind to the sanctuary. “We had two furnaces go down. One was in the primate house, and the other was in the commissary. A new furnace was installed in the primate house for $5,000. We are working to get the commissary furnace replaced. Then, there was a power outage, and our backup generator, which is constantly maintained, didn’t fire up. Thankfully, Noble Co. REMC came to the rescue and quickly regained our power.”
Until the gates are back open, and school field trips start in April, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary holds big and small fundraisers during these slow months.
February 1st – 14th: Nothing but Crickets.
A fun online event where crickets can be bought for $5 and named after an ex, family member, or co-worker. On Valentine’s Day, the staff will post videos of the animal residents eating the crickets on TikTok and Facebook.
Crickets may be purchased via a link on the sanctuary’s website. PayPal users may use the link on the donate page.
Sunday, February 25 – Fun Fox Painting Fundraiser.
Have fun with step-by-step 11×14 canvas painting instructions from 1-3 pm at the Fox Den Coffee Shop in Albion. Roxanne, the Arctic fox, will be the subject of the painting event. The cost is $40 with limited seating.
Saturday, March 16 – St. Catty’s Day.
The sanctuary will be open from 1-4 pm, allowing guests to wander the grounds and experience watching animals receive enrichment treats. Enrichment will be presented every 15 minutes throughout the event. General Admission rates apply.
Friday, March 22 – The Hubie Ashcraft Band.
Enjoy a night of country music and dancing with Nashville recording artist Hubie Ashcraft and his band at Sylvan Cellars Event Center in Rome City. A silent auction of experiences and a fun auction of needed sanctuary supplies are also part of the night. Tickets are $20.
To purchase tickets and for more details of these events, click here.
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