Haddad Subaru and Berkshire Humane Society Partner for the 9th Year to Raise Money for Homeless Animals

Berkshire Humane Society and Haddad Subaru have launched their 9th annual “Choose Your Subaru” car raffle. One lucky winner will have their choice of a 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited, Forester Premium, or Outback Premium with a value up to $33,000.

Tickets are $40 each or three for $100 and can be purchased at:

  • Berkshire Humane Society main shelter, 214 Barker Road in Pittsfield
  • Haddad Subaru, 652 East Street in Pittsfield
  • Baker’s Golf Center, 633 South Main Street in Lanesboro
  • Chez Pet at Lenox Commons, 55 Pittsfield Road #48 in Lenox
  • Catwalk Boutique, 325 Stockbridge Road in Great Barrington and 53 Church Street in Lenox
  • Purradise, 301 Stockbridge Road in Great Barrington

Tickets are also available by calling the shelter at 413-447-7878 extension 131. Berkshire Humane Society will send ticket stubs to purchasers.

The raffle is limited to 2,400 tickets. If a minimum of 1,000 tickets are not sold, the raffle will convert to a 50/50 drawing of net proceeds. The winner will be drawn on Saturday, October 30 at 1p.m. at the shelter at 214 Barker Road.

“Haddad Subaru is excited to partner with Berkshire Humane Society for the 9th annual Subaru Raffle. We love to help raise money for such a wonderful organization so they can continue the important work they do for our four-legged community. Haddad Subaru looks forward to growing the long-standing relationship we’ve built with Berkshire Humane Society over the years,” said George Haddad, President of Haddad Auto Group.

“Once again we’re pleased to unite with Haddad Subaru to offer this raffle. As our biggest fundraiser, it will help save lives of hundreds of animals,” said John Perreault, Executive Director for Berkshire Humane Society. “We’re an independent nonprofit organization that relies on donations to fund our day-to-day operations, so we encourage animal lovers to buy a raffle ticket and have the chance to drive away in a brand-new car.”

Berkshire Humane Society has an annual budget of more than $1.5 million, touching the lives of more than 2,000 animals each year through adoption and surrender, medical care, spay/neuters, vaccine clinics, Pet Food Bank and Family Dog School. The Society’s humane education programs have reached more than 1,000 people annually, and the signature SafePet Program, which provides free, temporary pet care for people who are in crisis, continues to expand through its collaboration with Berkshire Medical Center, the Elizabeth Freeman Center, The Brien Center and Elder Services of Berkshire County.

“The animals of our community depend on you,” said Perreault.

All proceeds benefit homeless animals of the Berkshires. For more information, call 413-447-7878, extension 131. Follow the event on Facebook or check the shelter’s website for more information: BerkshireHumane.org

The Fine Print: Winner will be drawn at 1PM on October 30, 2021 at Berkshire Humane Society. No need to be present. Winner must claim prize within 30 days. Winner is responsible for all taxes, title and associated fees. Prize is not transferable. Raffle limited to 2,400 tickets, if a minimum of 1,000 are not sold, the raffle will convert to a 50/50 drawing of the net proceeds. Car provided by Haddad Subaru of Pittsfield, MA. Berkshire Humane Society is a registered 501(c)(3) charity.

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