Joybound People & Pets Unleash Happiness 2025 – A Night of Impact and Celebration!

WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mark your calendars and prepare to Unleash Happiness 2025 at Joybound People & Pets’ (Joybound) signature fundraiser on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 6:00 – 10:00 PM. Join us for a beautiful evening that will raise vital funds to support community programs which bring people and pets together in powerful, lasting ways.

“This isn’t just an event—it’s a celebration of love, laughter, and impact,” says Susan Lee Vick, CEO of Joybound People & Pets. “Whether you’re here for the paw-some fun, the unforgettable moments, or the adorable furry guests, one thing is for sure—you’ll leave with a full heart and a huge smile, knowing you’ve helped change lives. Let’s come together, celebrate, and make magic happen!”

Experience the heart of Joybound’s mission with exclusive, behind-the-scenes looks at our pet adoption and therapy animal programs—and, of course, meet some adorable four-legged friends. Held on Joybound’s lovely Walnut Creek campus, guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening filled with:

• Gourmet Delights: Savor exquisite hors d’oeuvres, a decadent seated dinner, dessert, and an exclusive chocolate experience that is sure to delight.
• Craft Cocktails & Fine Wines: Indulge in expertly curated wine selections and handcrafted signature cocktails.
• Dancing & Entertainment: Get ready for a night filled with adorable animals, fun activities, music, and celebration.
• Live & Silent Auctions: Bid on unique experiences, curated wine packages, pet-lover bundles, and more!

Your support unleashes more than happiness, it uplifts our entire community. Every ticket purchased and every auction bid placed at Unleash Happiness 2025 fuels Joybound People & Pets’ life-changing programs.

Tickets & Sponsorships: Please visit Unleash Happiness 2025 to learn more, purchase tickets or explore sponsorship opportunities.

Special thanks to our generous lead Unleash Happiness 2025 event sponsors, Purina and VCA Animal Hospitals.

Joybound continues to deepen its relationship with Contra Costa Animal Services and other community partners, combining forces to support more animal families in the East Bay. From rescuing dogs and cats and uniting them with loving families, to transforming shelter dogs into psychiatric service animals for those facing mental health challenges, Joybound continues to provide services in communities where they are needed most. For instance, Joybound supports career pathways through our Grooming Academy, and helps families stay together through vital food, veterinary, and resource assistance. Together, we are building a world where people and animals thrive—side by side.

About Joybound People & Pets:

Joybound People & Pets is dedicated to strengthening the human-animal bond by providing compassionate rescue and adoption programs, vocational training, and community services that benefit both animals and their human companions. Since our inception in 1991, we have helped find loving homes for over 53,000 dogs and cats, while offering foster care opportunities and accessible veterinary services. Our programs also include service animal training and humane education, ensuring that both pets and people flourish together in a supportive environment. Learn more at Joybound.org.