In the spirit of the BettyWhiteChallenge, Purina and Petfinder announced they would make a donation to the late actress — to pay tribute to White while also helping animals in need.
Betty White served as a trustee of the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association for nearly 40 years. She will be remembered on Jan. 17, which would have been her 100th birthday.by donating a split $15,000 between two animal organizations. "We were really touched by the challenge and the idea that fans could honor her memory with a small and simple act of kindness by donating $5 to a pet organization.
Betty White, star of DuMont's Life with Elizabeth show, has just about enough time to feed her huge St. Bernard, Stormy, before dashing off to the studio from home. The pet food companies announced they would donate to Actors and Others for Animals, where Betty White served as a director on the board. The organization’s mission is to eliminate pet overpopulation, ensure good care and protection for pet companions, and provide referral and financial support for economically-challenged pet guardians.
The company also announced it would give a donation to the Petfinder Foundation, which works to prevent the euthanasia of adoptable pets by giving grants to shelters and rescue groups throughout North America.
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