Anderson County Humane Society returns with annual fundraiser

ANDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) – After being unable to host their annual fundraiser last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Anderson County Humane Society is looking forward to bringing it back with a new twist and exciting auction items.

Rather than the usual “Garden Party,” the Anderson County Humane Society will be hosting a “drive-through” event called “A Day at the Races” on June 12 between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the American Legion Fairgrounds in Lawrenceburg. Silent auction bidding can start June 2.

Ticket holders will receive welcome gifts and a charcuterie board with fixings, along with the opportunity to bid on extra special silent auction items in 5 categories that the organization is calling “races.”

Race #1, “The Kentucky Artist Sprint,” will feature multiple items of handmade art pieces from area artists.

“The Travelers” is the second race, featuring passes to a variety of entertainment and dining establishments.

Race #3 referred to as “The Spirits of Kentucky Cup” will feature exquisite varieties and items of Kentucky Bourbons and Spirits.

The fourth race, “The Track Special,” will include multiple opportunities and gifts from Churchill Downs, Keeneland, and more.

“The Trainers Choice” is the featured race with two major features and will be available to bid at the day of the event as well as on eBay from June 2 through June 12. Bidding amounts will be kept current throughout the day.

The first feature is a morning with Horse Racing Hall of Fame Trainer Nick Zito. This package includes several autographed items from Nick, as well the opportunity to spend valuable time with Mr. Zito and his wife at the Keeneland Fall Meet beginning at his barn, and is available for up to 10 adults. The minimum Bid will start at $3,000 and could go well over $5,000.

The second feature is an official and authentic halter worn by Triple Crown Winner “Justify” from Coolmore-Ashford Stud Horse Farms. This piece of horse racing history has a reserve bid of $3,000.

For more information on the fundraising event, visit the event’s website.