Statesville, NC – Rescue Ranch will host its annual fundraiser dinner, Barnyard Bash, Saturday, Aug. 29. Hosted on-site at Rescue Ranch in Statesville, tickets are $150 and include a barbecue-style dinner (vegan options are available) and drinks from 7- 10 p.m., with a VIP option for $200 that includes a VIP experience starting at 6 p.m.
Throughout the casual evening, all guests can enjoy property tours, interactive animal experiences, DJ, line dancing, a spirits raffle, a silent auction and more.
“We’re always thrilled for folks to visit the Ranch and see the impact we make in our community and beyond, with our programs that promote responsible pet ownership and more,” said Krissie Newman, Rescue Ranch co-founder. “This event is a fun and unique way to meet our almost 90 permanent resident animal ambassadors, while enjoying some delicious food, cocktails, music and more, all while raising funds for the Ranch!”
All proceeds from the dinner benefit Rescue Ranch’s mission. The animal welfare nonprofit promotes respect for all animals through education; is committed to agricultural, environmental and wildlife conservation; and facilitates rehabilitation, rescue and responsible pet ownership in order to enhance the human-animal bond.
Assisting the nonprofit with its programs are permanent residents and animal ambassadors that include steer, sheep, goats, turkeys, miniature horses, pot-bellied pigs, a variety of parrots, rats, rabbits, snakes, lizards, tortoises and more.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information on Barnyard Bash, or to purchase tickets, visit rescueranch.com.
About Rescue Ranch: Rescue Ranch is a nonprofit animal welfare organization founded by Krissie Newman. The 87-acre facility offers school, Scout and camp programs, birthday parties and private tours, which promote humane education through hands-on learning. Rescue Ranch is located in Statesville, North Carolina – less than an hour from Winston-Salem, Charlotte and Hickory.

