For information on vendor opportunities and SPCA Special Events, contact Genna Mages, Events Coordinator, at gennam@yourspca.org or at 716-875-7360, ext. 230.

For information on hosting your own event or fundraiser, contact Kenzie Tarby, Community Fundraising Coordinator, at Kenziet@yourspca.org or at 716-875-7360, ext 271. 

For information on corporate partnership opportunities, contact
Phil Weiss, Associate Director of Corporate & Individual Giving, at phillipw@yourspca.org or at 716-875-7360, ext. 243.

2025/2026 Special Events

Stars of Hope (formerly Lights of Love): November 3 - December 10, 2025

Spread the holiday cheer with the gift of compassion this year. Consider purchasing a Star of Hope  in honor of that special someone or pet!

For more information on Stars of Hope please click here. 

Radiothon: December 11, 2025

The SPCA’s annual Radiothon will be held in December and is hosted by WBEN 930 AM and 107. The Wolf. These stations will broadcast from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to encourage our supporters to become Angels for the Animals.

Pot of Gold Annual Raffle: February 2, - March 13, 2026

The SPCA’s Pot of Gold Annual Raffle will take place from February 2, through March 13. All proceeds benefit the shelter’s programs and services that allow us to continue to rescue and heal homeless animals in our community.

Raffle tickets go live February 2!

Virtual Wildlife Baby Shower: March 16-28, 2026

Join us for a baby shower to help prepare for the busy spring and summer seasons!

Visit the wishlist here!

Wine & Wags & Brews: June 10, 2026

Wine & Wags & Brews, presented by Regent Development,  is the ultimate tasting event for people and their pups! On June 10, 2026 join us at the SPCA for an evening of local flavor and furry fun! Wine, Wags & Brews features tastings from Buffalo’s favorite wineries, breweries, and restaurants, plus local vendors, basket raffle, VIP tent, and our crowd-favorite Mystery Wine Pull. Sip, savor, and socialize with fellow animal lovers – all in support of the animals who need us most. Tickets go on sale April 1.

To become a vendor at the event, please click here.

For event corporate partnership opportunities, please click here. 

Paws in the Park: September 26, 2026

Keller Technology Corporation presents the SPCA’s longest-running fundraiser. Join us for the best walk you will take all year at Paws in the Park! Your participation will make a lifesaving difference for pets and wildlife in need. The funds raised for Paws in the Park will provide animals with shelter and lifesaving medical care, adopt pets into loving homes, rescue animals from cruelty and neglect, and so much more.

Registration will go live on January 5, 2026!
For event corporate partnership opportunities, please click here. 

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