The Peterborough Humane Society (PHS) is asking it’s supporters to participate in the #BettyWhiteChallenge, by making a donation to honour Betty White, an animal activist, on Monday.
White, an American actress and comedian, passed away on Dec. 31, 2021 at 99 years old.
To honour her legacy and love of animals fans around the world are using Jan. 17, White’s birthday, as a day to donate to local animal shelters.
In a social media post, PHS noted that if each of their 17,255 followers donated $5 they would raise $86,000.
Comments on the post are celebrating pets that have been adopted from PHS, and noting that donations are being made.
Donations can also be made over the phone by calling 705-745-4722 ext. 200 or mailed by cheque to: Peterborough Humane Society, 385 Lansdowne St. E, Peterborough, ON K9L 2A3.