Dear Pawfectly Delicious Community,

As I sit down to write this, it’s hard to believe our annual fundraiser, Paws & Pours, is just days away! Mark your calendar for Sunday, June 8 at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA. It feels like only yesterday our Fundraising Committee kicked off planning, but that was nearly nine months ago. Organizing an event of this scale takes dedication, creativity, and strong community support—and we’re thrilled to say we’ve had all three.

We’re incredibly grateful to the 18 local and beyond businesses, organizations, and individuals who have stepped up as sponsors. Their generous financial support and belief in our mission mean the world to us.

Paws & Pours promises to be an unforgettable afternoon of fun for both humans and their furry companions. We’re honored to welcome back WJLA-ABC 7 Meteorologist Steve Rudin as our event ambassador. And don’t worry about the weather, our large, covered pavilion means the event is rain or shine!

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:

🎁 Silent Auction – Over 60 amazing items, including luxury travel experiences from Winspire like:

• Napa Valley Experience

• Legoland and Resort Stay in California

• Porsche Sport Club Race Weekend

• La Jolla Spa Retreat

• Lake Como Lakeside Experience

• European Soccer in England, Italy, or Spain

🎶 Live Music – Enjoy the sounds of The Hip Replacements

🍽️ Food – Delicious bites from Crudités All Day

🍺 Beer – Provided by Port City Brewery

🍷 Wine – Provided by the Wine Institute

🍹 Mocktails & Non-Alcoholic Beverages – From Bartique

🐾 And for our four-legged guests:

• Custom illustrations by Alexandra Schmeling

• Pet photography by Rachel Mamis

• Dog agility course by Wholistic Hound Academy

• Puppachino & Treat Bar – Thanks to Pawfectly Delicious Dog Treats

🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now! 
Your ticket includes access to all activities, entry into our tail-wagging raffle, the chance to bid in the Silent Auction, and participate in the Wine Pull—because even pups appreciate a good vintage!

The first 150 attendees will receive an awesome swag bag chalked full of goodies from our sponsors and supporters.  Don’t delay, ticket prices will increase on the day of the event.  To purchase tickets, click here.

Dog portraits and photo sessions will be available with day-of sign-ups.

As our most important fundraiser of the year, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating our mission, our team, our beloved pets, and the power of inclusivity in our community. 

On behalf of the entire Pawfectly Delicious team, we can’t wait to see you on June 8th!

With gratitude,

Anne