Great idea for the Humane Society.

 Fun and fashion for furry friends
 Fundraiser to aid P.E.I. Humane Society
Nancy MacPhee/Journal Pioneer Published on April 27, 2012
 SUMMERSIDE – Tara Snively was a little girl when she started raising money to help animals in need. She would go with her parents and knock on doors seeking donations to help abandoned and stray animals. In recent years, Snively and her sister have raised money for the P.E.I. Humane Society by holding dog Halloween parties, barbecues, family picnics, even asking friends and family to make donations to the society in place of birthday and Christmas gifts. “It’s just always been a charity that’s been near and dear to my heart,” she said. “I feel animals don’t have a voice so we have to be their voice and bring some more awareness to Summerside that just because it’s not here in our town they still need help.” That’s why Snively is organizing an event aimed at helping women improve their self-image while raising money to ensure the society can continue helping animals in need. On May 10, the inaugural P.E.I. Humane Society Fashion Fun Fundraiser takes place at the Silver Fox Curling and Yacht Club in Summerside. “We’re very fortunate to have the shelter that we have on the Island but it is in Charlottetown so most of the fundraising and most of the press that goes on is based in Charlottetown,” said Snively, who owns two pets, one of which was rescued from a puppy mill. “I just feel it’s important to give the shelter a voice in the Summerside area.” Image consultant Margaret Gallant of Fresh Image 360 will conduct the evening, which will be filled with information on body types, dressing for success and tips and trends regarding image. “It is going to be a fun, entertaining presentation for everybody there. She’ll talk about dressing your body size, kind of a version of ‘What Not To Wear’,” said Snively. “We have a mini tradeshow geared towards health image and healthy body. There’s going to be a trainer from one of the local gyms who is going to do some quick exercise tips. Mary Kay is going to be doing make-up tips and Jill Hardy Photography is also going to be there.” Thanks to the generosity of Snively’s boss, The Co-operators agent Mike Bradley, who is covering the cost of the image consultation, all proceeds from the event will go directly to the P.E.I. Humane Society. A number of businesses have also signed on to help, donating prizes for the silent auction and offering services for the mini tradeshow. “There are probably about 20 items for in the silent auction,” added Snively. “There’s going to be lots of great gifts for your mother or your self.” There are a limited number of tickets for the event. Tickets are $10 each and available at Global Pet Foods in Summerside, Sunnybrook Pet Supply at Read’s Corner, at the Silver Fox Curling and Yacht Club or by calling Snively at 439-5768. “Every dollar that’s spent, whether it is from the tickets or from the silent auction or just donations that people want to make while they’re there, goes right to the shelter,” said Snively. “I would like to raise $3,500 — $2,000 from ticket sales and my hope is to get at least another $1,000 from the auction.” For more information, visit the Fashion Fundraiser Facebook group or the P.E.I. Humane Society website — www.peihumanesociety.com. nmacphee@journalpioneer.com