Gio Fund is a section 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal welfare fundraising organization serving the greater Wilmington, North Carolina area. Incorporated in Morris County, New Jersey in March 2011, our founders and volunteers are dedicated to raising the much needed funds to help at risk dogs receive shelter, food and medical care.

Friday, September 1, 2023

September Events


SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER EVENTS


EVENT CENTER BAR OPENS AT 6PM

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday


Wednesday, September 13th - $5 Cover - LIVE MUSIC - STILL KICKING - 6pm - ANIMAL CENTRIX, THE RUFFIAN FOUNDATION & PAWS PLACE DONATION DRIVE


Thursday, September 14th - $15 At The Door - SHAG DANCING LESSONS 5:30pm to 6:15pm - No Cover - CAROLINA SHAG DANCING 6:30pm


Friday, September 15th- $5 At The Door - Stay For Both - COUNTRY LINE DANCING - 7pm to 8:30pm - KARAOKE - 8:30pm


Tuesday, September 19th - No Cover - LATIN NIGHT - SAULO - 7pm


Wednesday, September 20th - No Cover - LIVE MUSIC - SAULO - 7:30pm


Thursday, September 21st - No Cover - CAROLINA SHAG DANCING 6:30pm


Friday, September 22nd - $5 At The Door - Stay For Both - COUNTRY LINE DANCING - 7pm to 8:30pm - KARAOKE - 8:30pm


Saturday, September 23rd - No Cover - College Football Big 10 Game - Ohio State vs Notre Dame - 6pm


Sunday, September 24th - $35 At The Door  - Mystical Mixer - 1pm to 6pm


Tuesday, September 26th - No Cover - LATIN NIGHT - SAULO - 7pm


Wednesday, September 27th - No Cover - LIVE MUSIC - SAULO - 7:30pm


Thursday, September 28th - No Cover - CAROLINA SHAG DANCING 6:30pm


Friday, September 29th - $5 At The Door - Stay For Both - COUNTRY LINE DANCING - 7pm to 8:30pm - KARAOKE - 8:30pm


Tuesday, October 3rd - No Cover - LATIN NIGHT - SAULO - 7pm


Wednesday, October 4th - No Cover - LIVE MUSIC - HIRED HANDS BAND - 6pm


117 Village Road, Unit E, Leland, NC 28451     910 782 8222 X4

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

We are growing! Now Hiring!

 

We are growing!  

The Gio Fund Thrift Shop is seeking part time (2 to 3 days per week) applicants to staff our cash register, pet food pantry and donation center.  Applicants must have weekend availability and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.  We work on a set schedule Monday through Saturday from 9:45am to 5:15pm and rotating Sundays.  

Join our team and help us save more at risk animals!   

Please fill out an application at our Thrift Shop located at 117 Village Road, Unit G, Leland, NC 28451.  We are open 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm.  

Wednesday, June 21st - Live Music - Saulo




Join us Wednesday, June 21st at the Gio Fund Event Center located at 117 Village Road, Unit E, Leland, NC 28451. Saulo will be performing Latin music starting at 7pm. The Gio Fund Event Center bar will be open starting at 6pm. No cover.

Sunday, November 27, 2022

Perry Needs A Home







Name - Perry

Primary breed - Pitbull Mix

Secondary breed - Unknown

Mixed breed? Yes

Gender - Male

Spayed/Neutered? Yes

Date of Birth or Age - 7-12 months

Weight - approx 32 pounds

House-trained? Yes

Crate-trained? Yes

Good with cats? Unknown

Good with small/young children? Unknown

Reaction to new people - Friendly

Activity level: Highly Active

Likes to vocalize: Some

Obedience training: Needs Training

Does the dog know any commands? Sit

Can jump fences? Unknown

Dog has the following behaviors/personality traits: 

  • Walks Well on Leash
  • Does will in car
  • Playful
  • Affectionate
  • Eager to Please
  • Even Tempered
  • Goofy

Dog has the following compatibility qualities: 

He has lots of energy, still needs training to help with all of his puppy energy.  Perry is super sweet and loves people.  Very food motivated which helps with teaching commands.  Does great in a crate, loves toys and balls.  He is very curious and loves to explore.  His current fosters are working with him on training and walking.  He is very gentle with his treats, but will need a fenced in yard.  Completely up to date on shots, HW negative and neutered.

 

Friday, November 11, 2022

Buddy Needs A Home



Name - Buddy

Primary breed - Pitbull Mix

Secondary breed - Unknown

Mixed breed? Yes

Gender - Male

Spayed/Neutered? Yes

Date of Birth or Age - 2 Years

Weight - approx 45 pounds

House-trained? Unknown

Crate-trained? Has Anxiety Issues

Good with cats? Unknown

Good with small/young children? Unknown

Reaction to new people - Friendly

Activity level: Very Active

Likes to vocalize: Will bark

Obedience training: Somewhat

Does the dog know any commands? Unknown

Can jump fences? No

Dog has the following behaviors/personality traits: 

• Playful

• Affectionate

• Eager to please

Very High Energy


Dog has the following compatibility qualities: 

Has Anxiety Issues, Needs Someone Who Works From Home or Is a Homemaker


 

Buddy is currently in long term foster in North Carolina.  We are unaware of his HW status.  If you are interested in adopting Buddy, please visit www.ehrdogs.org and ask for him by name.

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Moose Needs A Home










Name - Moose    

Primary breed - Pitbull

Secondary breed - Hound

Gender - Male   

Spayed/Neutered? Yes

Date of Birth or Age - 10 months

Weight - 40 pounds

House-trained? No

Crate-trained? Partially

Good with cats? Previously lived with cats, he is very curious of them

Good with small/young children?  Previously lived with a special needs child which is why he was returned.  Older / considerate children only

Reaction to new people - Cautious and Friendly

Activity level: Highly Active

Likes to vocalize: Some

Obedience training:  Has some basic training / Needs Training

Does the dog know any commands? Yes - sit, stay, wait for food, basic leash skills

Can jump fences?  unknown, he is still a puppy

Dog has the following behaviors/personality traits: Walks well on leash most of the time, does well in car, playful, affectionate, eager to please, goofy

Dog has the following compatibility qualities: older / considerate children only, not appropriate for an apartment and may be too much for a first time dog owner

Moose lived with a special needs child during the last year.  The situation did not work out due to Moose's high energy and need for training.  However, we are confident that Moose will flourish in a structured environment which allows him playtime balanced with training.  Will you be the one to adopt Moose and give him the time and training he needs?

Winston Needs A Home





Name - Winston

Primary breed - Hound

Secondary breed - Mixed Breed

Gender - Male   

Spayed/Neutered? Yes

Date of Birth or Age - 2 years best guess

Weight - approx 45 pounds 

House-trained? Unknown

Crate-trained? Unknown

Good with cats? Unknown

Good with small/young children?  Unknown

Reaction to new people - Cautious

Activity level: Unknown

Likes to vocalize: Some

Obedience training:  Unknown

Does the dog know any commands? Unknown

Can jump fences?  Unknown

Dog has the following behaviors/personality traits: Walks well on leash, timid / shy, skittish, even tempered, gentle

Dog has the following compatibility qualities: Unknown


Winston is heart worm positive.  Has started initial 30 day oral medication treatment.  Oral antibiotics and steroids are scheduled to be finished in the first week of February.  It is unknown if this little boy has ever lived indoors.  He has been living in a vet's office for the last 4 weeks.  He is very scared, but seems to warm up quickly to anyone who gives him attention.  Will you be the person to give Winston the family he has never known?