Houston Rockets’ Ron Artest pledges to help Houston animals March 2, 2009

Houston Rockets’ Ron Artest pledges to help Houston animals
Artest becomes a fundraiser for the 28th Annual Houston Humane Society Fun Run & Walk

HOUSTON, TX (March 2, 2009) – When Houston Rockets’ Ron Artest is not shooting three pointers on the basketball court, he is helping out Houston animals. Artest has created a fundraising page for the 28th Annual Houston Humane Society Fun Run & Walk, pledging to raise money for the Houston Humane Society! Anyone can donate and view his page at:
http://www.active.com/donate/K9FunRun09/ronartest

"Ron’s visit to the shelter in Febuary was memorable not only to the animals, but the staff as well," said Sherry Ferguson, Executive Director of the Houston Humane Society. "The time he took to play and interact with the animals was amazing. We are excited that Ron has created a fundraising page for the Fun Run & Walk!"

The 28th Annual Houston Humane Society K-9 Fun Run & Walk will take place Sunday, March 22 at Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby. This fun and beneficial event begins at Noon, check-in opens at 10 am and activities end at 4pm. The event will also feature a doggy costume contest, an alumni walk, interactive activities, and much more! All proceeds raised go directly to the Houston Humane Society (HHS).

Pledging is easy; simply create a fun and exciting fundraising page online. Anyone can follow Ron’s example and help out the Houston Humane Society. Visit www.houstonhumane.org/events and follow the link to create a page.
Registration for the Fun Run & Walk is $20 before 3/13, $25 after and $30 race-day. $5 for additional human companions. Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information visit www.houstonhumane.org, email [email protected] or call 713-433-6421 extension 311.