Kindness to animals the focus of contest
Local animal lovers, do you know a child who has shown kindness or concern for animals? Well, now you have a chance to nominate that child for the 10th annual Be Kind to Animals Kid Contest.
The contest is sponsored by the American Humane Society and Kibbles’n Bits, 9Lives, Pounce, and Pup-Peroni’s.
The nominees are divided into two age groups, 6 to 9 and 10 to 13. Judges will select one grand prize winner and two runners-up from each age group. Each grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 college scholarship. All winners and runners-up will receive a cool prize package, including a one-year supply of pet food and snacks and media exposure.
Those who nominate individuals must be 18 or older and must have written permission from the child’s legal guardian. Simply type or print, in 200 words or less, why this youngster deserves to win. Include the name, home address, and phone number of both the nominator and the child. Photos, videos, or other supporting materials are encouraged. Nominations must be postmarked no later than April 1.
“It’s so important for the children to learn early how to take care of animals and that they’re not just an animal, that the animals have feelings,” said Roxanne Redmon of the Warrren County Humane Society. “We want to start at the earlier ages to try and help educate them.”
Complete contest rules and nomination forms can be obtained from the American Humane Web site at www.americanhumane.org or by calling 800-227-4645, ext. 436.