December Events

NOVEMBER EVENTS

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

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 7pm - LATIN NIGHT WITH SAULO

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 6:30pm - JOSH STARKEY LIVE

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 6:30pm - SHAG NIGHT

DECEMBER EVENTS

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

EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT - KARAOKE

6:30pm

EVERY WEDNESDAY - LIVE MUSIC & FOOD TRUCK

HIRED HANDS BAND - DECEMBER 6, 6-8pm

HIRED HANDS BAND - DECEMBER 13, 6-8pm

HIRED HANDS BAND - DECEMBER 20, 6-8pm

JOSH STARKEY - DECEMBER 27, 6:30-9:30pm

EVERY THURSDAY - SHAG NIGHT

6:30pm

FRIDAYS IN DECEMBER

LIVE AUCTION - DECEMBER 15, 6pm

SATURDAYS IN DECEMBER

VENDOR EVENT - DECEMBER 2, 10-3pm

LIVE AUCTION - DECEMBER 9, 10-3pm

COMEDY NIGHT - DECEMBER 9, 7pm

*ECHOES OF HEROES BAND - A SHELTER FRIEND FUNDRAISER - DECEMBER 16, 7pm - $15 COVER

POT LUCK HOLIDAY PARTY - DECEMBER 30, 6pm

SUNDAYS IN DECEMBER

*MYSTICAL MIXER - DECEMBER 10, 1-6pm

NEW YEARS EVE - COMEDY, MUSIC, KARAOKE, MAGIC & FOOD TRUCK - DECEMBER 31, 7pm - $10 COVER

GIO CARD MEMBERS - NO COVER FOR GIO FUND EVENTS*

*3rd PARTY FUNDRAISING EVENTS NOT INCLUDED 

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.

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.

 

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.

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?