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Get your forks ready, it’s that time of year again!

Asheville, NC (March 7, 2024) – It’s that time of year again! Asheville Humane Society’s 19th Annual Dine To Be Kind is to be presented by Prestige Subaru and Mix 96.5, Asheville’s Hit Music Station, on April 2nd, 2024.

Get your forks ready for a day of dining and drinking at some of Asheville’s greatest restaurants, breweries, and businesses to help ensure that local animals in need have access to lifesaving programs and a quality of life worth living. Through compassion, professional integrity, solution-oriented thinking, community connection, and inclusivity, Asheville Humane Society is building a supportive community that positively impacts pets and people.

Scott Rossi, General Manager of Prestige Subaru says, “As a longtime partner of Asheville Humane Society, Prestige Subaru is delighted to sponsor Dine to be Kind again this year. We proudly support the AHS community as they provide care and compassion to Asheville’s pets in need. And we’re excited to see so many amazing restaurants and venues participating. It’s really a day to look forward to doing good in our neighborhood.”

Premier venues will donate 25% of all sales while participating venues will donate 15%. This event will surely appease all appetites and be a day of full bellies and hearts. All contributions support Asheville Humane Society’s ability to provide medical care, a strong community care program, and our thriving foster and adoption programs.

With the support of our Asheville community, Asheville Humane Society envisions a community where all animals are cared for. Be a part of our community and dine out at a participating restaurant on April 2^nd! We are so thankful to our Best in Show sponsors: WNC Magazine, Western Carolina Veterinary Surgery, Mountain Belle Realty, and Panashe.

For a full list of participating venues, check out the event page. Keep in mind that some venues may be participating belatedly; check the website for information on when you can support your favorite venue! Mark your calendar for April 2nd to dine out for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or all three! We look forward to seeing you there.

Media Contact:

Mabel Lujan, Senior Manager of Communications & Marketing

Phone: 828-777-3097

Email: mlujan@ashevillehumane.org

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