A Fetching Formal

 Join us for Fetching Tails' 8th annual fundraiser event, A Fetching Formal on Saturday, June 10th.

Fetching Tails Foundation is a community-minded animal rescue based in Itasca, Illinois. Driven by our commitment to humane practices, we work to take vulnerable pets out of shelters and place them in homes that are warm, compassionate, and caring.

A Fetching Formal is a dog-friendly event featuring an open bar, dinner, and silent auctions. Our favorite part (other than dogs in bow ties and dresses) is a  presentation by our emcee, WGN anchor Sean Lewis,  who is a long-time friend and supporter of Fetching Tails Foundation. 

 We are offering three distinct ticketing options for this year's event. The full agenda for our event and ticket requirements are below! **Please note that tickets for this event are nonrefundable and nontransferable.**

A Fetching Formal | Saturday, June 10th | Loft21 

6:00-7:00 PM: Cocktail Hour -VIP Table & Sponsors Only Reception

7:00 PM: General admission

Event concludes at 11:00 PM for all guests

Ticket Information

• VIP Table: 10 tickets with reserved seating, 6:00 PM early admission cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres with advanced viewing of the auction items, open bar, dinner, dessert, and access to auction item bidding. 
• General Admission Ticket: 7:00 PM entry, open seating, open bar, dinner, dessert, and access to auction item bidding
• Canine Ticket Includes: Admission and a canine charcuterie board

 Accessibility

Loft21 is a handicap-accessible space and parking is free. For additional questions about event accessibility, please email [email protected]

Attire is formal

 Auction & Raffles

All items below have been donated to Fetching Tails Foundation.  100% of funds raised will go back to vulnerable homeless pets.

Silent Auction- This will be available to all supporters, whether you're at the event or at home on your couch!  You will just need to register to get those bids in. The silent auction goes live online on Tuesday, June 6th. Gala guests get to see the items in person during the event.

Paddle Raise- Our life-saving live paddle raise for our guests is always entertaining. This is only for guests attending, but you can still make a direct donation below. 

Raffle- Only 100 raffle tickets are available for $100 each. Tickets will be available to all our supporters, whether attending in person or participating online. You will have a 1 in 100 chance of winning a $1,000 Amazon gift card. The winner will be picked live at the gala and does not need to be present. We will contact you if you're not in attendance.

Booze Grab- Grab a mystery bottle of wine (your choice of red or white) or a mystery bottle of hard liquor.  Booze Grab is only available to guests attending the gala only. 

Golden Ticket- Grab a gourmet cookie for a $20 donation and flip it over. If you have a golden ticket, you win a Yeti! This is only for guests attending.

Fund A Spay & Neuter- Assist with paying for a spay & neuter by donating $25 for a Douglas Cuddle Toy. Will be available to guests attending the gala only.