By SARAH SHMERLING | Editor-in-Chief
The fourth annual Palisades Animal Shelter Donation Drive, hosted by Nancy Jackson and Leslie Buck to benefit the six Los Angeles County animal shelters, began on February 5 and will last three to four weeks, depending on the influx of donations.
“Our LA shelters currently house 1,300 to 1,500 dogs, close to 400 cats, and approximately 140 rabbits, hamsters and guinea pigs,” according to a statement about the drive. “They need our help.”
Items like dog and cat beds, toys, food, blankets, clothing, collars and leashes, as well as cash donations, can be dropped off Tuesdays to Saturdays at Paws N‘ Claws, located at 16634 Marquez Avenue.
“Cash donations are accepted and a great way for us to get items needed that we were not able to obtain during the drive,” organizers explained.
In 2023, 18 “massive loads” were donated to the shelters—this year, organizers hope to double that.
“Nancy Jackson started the Palisades Donation Drive four years ago to help bring comfort to the animals stuck in the shelters,” according to the statement. “Leslie Buck of Paws N‘ Claws was kind enough to offer her dog grooming salon as a drop off location for the donations.”
Items that will not be accepted are pillows, expired food, fitted sheets and stuffies with holes. There is also an Amazon Wishlist set up: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ACB7BWOVCAGN?ref_=wl_share.
“Together, the drive has proven to be a huge success the past three years,” the statement continued. “Your donations play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of these animals in need. Please join us in making a difference and helping our four-legged friends.”
For donation inquiries or to volunteer to transport donations to shelters, contact Jackson at athlete1@msn.com or 310-570-6714.
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