Pip-Skey's Foundation's 3rd Annual Bark and Boo(ze) Basket Raffle Raises Over $6,000 to Support Homeless Animals

Jamestown, NY - Pip-Skey's Foundation for Homeless Animals, Inc. is proud to announce the tremendous success of its 3rd annual Bark and Boo(ze) Basket Raffle, held on October 19, 2025, at Sneakers Bar. This year's event raised more than $6,000 to support the organization's mission of aiding local homeless, neglected, and at-risk animals.

The community-driven event featured 50 themed basket raffles generously donated by local businesses and community members, multiple 50/50 drawings, and a highly anticipated, framed and signed Josh Allen jersey that drew significant excitement. The foundation credits the overwhelming support of the community for making this year's fundraiser the most successful yet.

Pip-Skey's Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3), is dedicated to developing innovative fundraising initiatives that directly assist local animal rescues and shelters. Funds raised from the Bark and Boo(ze) event have already made an immediate impact - to date, the foundation has donated over 800 pounds of cat food for feeding community cat colonies. Many of these cats face harsh winter conditions and rely heavily on human assistance to survive.

In addition to its community feeding initiatives, Pip-Skey's manages the Fix-It Fund, which provides financial assistance to pet owners seeking spay and neuter services. With local rescues experiencing unprecedented intake levels and staffing shortages, the Foundation attempts to reduce strain on shelters while promoting responsible pet ownership and reducing the number of unwanted litters.

Mary Green, proprietor of Sneakers Bar, was honored to once again host this event, which is near and dear to her heart.  The entire Sneakers community looks forward to this annual event in their establishment to assist in funding the homeless pets in Chautauqua and surrounding counties.

Community members interested in supporting local rescues-but unsure where to begin-are encouraged to reach out to Pip-Skey's Foundation for guidance and resources.

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