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Pet Project Foundation Presents

Fur Ball Gala: Paw Prints in the Piazza

Sunday, September 14, 2025

Pet Project Foundation will host our 24th Annual Gala - The Fur Ball: Paw Prints in the Piazza - at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel on September 14. Inspired by the romance and charm of an Italian piazza, this unforgettable evening will whisk you away to the heart of Italy—complete with delicious fare, flowing wine, and amore for animals.

Begin your evening al fresco on the Pacific Promenade Lawn, sipping cocktails and enjoying savory hors d'oeuvres, before moving indoors for a three-course Italian-inspired dinner, an exciting live and silent auction, and heartfelt stories of rescue and hope. Valet parking is included, making your experience as effortless as a stroll through Tuscany.

All proceeds support the lost, homeless, and abandoned animals at the San Clemente-Dana Point Pro-Humane Animal Shelter. With your help, we’ll provide lifesaving medical care, food, enrichment, and the love these animals deserve until they find their forever homes.

We are seeking sponsorships and items to include in our silent or live auction - please contact us to discuss an in-kind donation for our auctions.

Event Highlights

  • Three-course sit-down dinner and plenty of wine & spirits
  • Silent and live auctions
  • Valet parking included with ticket purchase.


Attire

Italian Chic – Think timeless elegance, bold colors, and European flair.

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Il Gran Cane (The Big Dog): $10,000 Presenting Sponsor
Rainbow Sandals Foundation

La Dolce Vida: $5,000 Sponsor
B & Company Creative

Ciao Bello: $2,500 Sponsor
Denise & Mike Zolg

Amore Mio: $1,000 Sponsor
Sandra Ackerman

Spritz & Sips - Bar Sponsor
Anonymous

Table Wine Sponsor
Heidi Muther