let's celebrate 11 years
Due to the continuing pandemic, we made the decision to celebrate our Birthday Bash virtually. We love this event, and really look forward to seeing everyone and spending time with our NBAR family. Holding a gathering of 150+ people did not seem like a safe, responsible, or even a possible thing to do at this point in time. However, we still need to celebrate, so we're taking elements of our "traditional" Birthday Bash and going virtual - again (finger crossed it's the last time)!
Read below for the latest news and developments
Read below for the latest news and developments
On the path to NBAR's 11th Birthday Bash......
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In order to have an amazingly successful event, WE NEED YOUR HELP. We are currently gathering items and coming up a little short. Below are ways you can help us. Your generosity has always been appreciated, now more than ever.
Double Dip donations
In past years, most of the items in our Birthday Bash were generously donated by local businesses. But due to COVID-19, many are hurting and just don’t have the ability to donate like they have in the past and need support as well.
With “Double Dip Donations”, we can all help our local businesses while also providing us items to be used in our Birthday Bash to help raise necessary operating funds.
With “Double Dip Donations”, we can all help our local businesses while also providing us items to be used in our Birthday Bash to help raise necessary operating funds.
Here’s how it works:
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BUY!
Support your favorite local restaurant or shop/service by purchasing Gift Cards or Goods you think would make great gifts for anyone (yourself included)! |
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DONATE!
Donate those items to NBAR and we will use them in our Birthday Bash to help raise funds. Your name will appear under our DONORS list on our event website. |
Below is a pdf of businesses that have helped us in the past, but you are welcome to shop anywhere you like for items and gift cards.
We always get asked, what kinds of items are you looking for?
- Just about anything you think would make a great gift. When we solicit businesses, we never know what they're going to give us - it's a mystery! We have our list of "big ticket" items above, but as you're out shopping, if you see something you think would make a great gift for yourself or someone you know, purchase it and donate it to us - chances are, someone else will think the same thing and bid on it!
- Because of the virtual nature of this year's event, we cannot use items such as: clothing, jewelry, accessories (scarves, purses, etc.), art (paintings and such).
big ticket items wishlist
Help take our auction lots to the next level by purchasing and donating any of these:
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We're open to any items you think would make a great auction item too!
We will also take any new/unused items or gift cards you already have but don’t want/need.
We are more than happy to provide you with a donation receipt for your taxes.
ITEMS MUST BE DONATED TO US BY 10/3
We will also take any new/unused items or gift cards you already have but don’t want/need.
We are more than happy to provide you with a donation receipt for your taxes.
ITEMS MUST BE DONATED TO US BY 10/3
Our 11th Birthday Bash will certainly be memorable, and with your help, successful!
reflection wall
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LET’S CELEBRATE EACH OTHER
Without each of us coming together through volunteering, fostering, donations and support – NBAR wouldn’t be what it is – doing what’s best for the cats in our care and community. NEW for our 2021 Birthday Bash, we’re creating a “Celebrate Each Other ” Reflection Wall to celebrate the people and pets in our lives while also supporting NBAR. Your message will be displayed on our birthday bash website and the person/pet’s name (only) on the auction website. |
Donation Option
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For $50, we will post their name and yours
Example: Lotus ~ Love, your mom |
For $100, we will post their name and a brief message (100 characters including spaces and
punctuation) Example: Lotus, my little feline child, you are always by my side, and I love you for that, mom. |
For $150, we will post their name, picture and a brief message (100 characters including spaces and
punctuation) Example: 
Lotus, my little feline child, you are always by my side, and I love you for that, mom. |
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purr it forward - be a donor
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Tickets for our traditional Birthday Bash in the past have sold for $50/e. This year, we don't have tickets, the event is free for everyone. But if you'd like to "purr it forward" and donate the traditional ticket cost, you'll be awarded pre-Birthday Bash karma and will be listed as a donor on our online Birthday Bash site!
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Be a sponsor
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Show your commitment to the NBAR mission by becoming an individual or corporate sponsor. Your sponsorship supports the animals in our community and provides visibility for your business to loyal animal-lovers. There are several levels to choose from, all of which provide valuable exposure and benefits. To find out more and become a sponsor, download the NBAR 2021 Sponsor Packet or visit our sponsorship page here.
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In order to have an amazingly successful event, we need your help. Your GENEROSITY has always been APPRECIATED, now more than ever!
FAQ
How do I drop off donations?
- Items can be dropped off at our Adoption Center (2502 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak) between 12-2P Saturdays and Sundays. You can have items delivered to us directly, but deliveries don't always make it to our door and then we have to run around trying to track orders down. It's best to hand deliver items to us to ensure we get them.
- If hand-delivering items is not possible, please contact us and we'll figure a work-around!
- Just about anything you think would make a great gift. When we solicit businesses, we never know what they're going to give us - it's a mystery! We have our list of "big ticket" items above, but as you're out shopping, if you see something you think would make a great gift for yourself or someone you know, purchase it and donate it to us - chances are, someone else will think the same thing and bid on it!
- Because of the virtual nature of this year's event, we cannot use items such as: clothing, jewelry, accessories (scarves, purses, etc.), art (paintings and such).
