Betty White Challenge raises roughly $200K for Alberta animal groups
Global News
'What an impact she has had on the world and the legacy she has left for animals,' AARCS said in an email.
Animal rescue groups and shelters in Alberta are sharing their gratitude after more than $186,000 was donated in memory of Hollywood icon Betty White.
The Golden Girls star would have been 100 years old on Monday.
She died on Dec. 31, 2021, after suffering a stroke, but her legacy as an animal advocate continues to be celebrated.
People around the world are recognizing what would have been a huge milestone by contributing to White’s favourite cause.
SCARS, the Second Chance Animal Rescue Society, said it had received “an incredible $38,143 in donations, with 1,156 people donating” as of 4 p.m. Monday.
“We typically receive about 22 donations on an average day in January,” the rescue group said in an email to Global News. “Our hearts are full and we are so excited to use these funds to help more of Alberta’s homeless pets. The need is so great, especially during the winter months.”
The Calgary Humane Society had raised over $50,000 as of 3:30 p.m. Monday and the Edmonton Humane Society said it had received over $25,000 as of 3 p.m. “today alone. And they are still coming in!”
The Alberta Animal Rescue Crew (AARCS) said people donated $60,000 by the end of the day Monday.