Wheaton, IL – DuPage County Animal Services has received a $1 million gift to help fund its newly constructed animal care facility, which opened earlier this year.
According to county officials, the donation came from DuPage Animal Friends, the nonprofit organization that supports the county’s animal shelter. The contribution will bolster the shelter’s long-term operations and programming.
“We are incredibly grateful to DuPage Animal Friends for their ongoing commitment to the health and safety of animals in our community,” said DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy during Tuesday’s County Board meeting. “This gift strengthens our long-term financial standing and allows us to focus on delivering compassionate, high-quality care and programming.”
The new 18,000-square-foot Animal Services facility, which held its grand opening in June, offers expanded and modernized space for animal care, veterinary services, adoption, education, and community outreach.
“This is more than a donation, it’s an investment in the future of animal welfare in DuPage County,” said Brian Krajewski, Chairman of the Animal Services Committee. “We’re proud of the collaboration that led to this state-of-the-art facility, and this support will ensure its success for years to come.”
For more information on DuPage County Animal Services, visit dupagecounty.gov/animalservices.
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