Ahoy matey! The time is fast approaching to grab your crew and join us for our annual fundraising gala “Whiskers & Tales.” This year’s theme is “The Love Boat.” So, get your festive cruise attire ready for a night of delicious food, live music by Van Sailin’, and loads of auction items! Our annual gala is one of the most important fundraisers we do all year, raising funds for a mission we all believe in – saving the lives of animals in imminent danger. So grab your Valentine and join the party!

Can’t make it this year but want to help? Please use the link below to become a sponsor or donate to our cause! Every donation, large and small, makes a difference in the lives of our rescued pets!

Are you interested in sponsoring the night’s event or making a donation to help make this all possible? Click on the button below and fill out the form.

Artwork: Artwork and logos should be submitted to marketingadmin@oneofakindpets.com. Please submit hi-res (300dpi) JPG or PNG files. Logos will be displayed on our website, printed in the program, and on display at the event.

Checks should be made payable to One Of A Kind Pet Rescue, 1485 Marion Ave, Akron, OH 44313. Please include “Whiskers and Tales” in the memo. 

We are a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization in Ohio. Tax ID #20-4631002. 

Deadline: All sponsorships, donations, and materials must be submitted by February 1, 2026 to be included in our marketing materials.

Sponsorship Levels

• Admiral / $5,000:
  Includes 4 tickets. Featured on our website, program, business flyer included with every adoption, and social media shoutouts to over 120K followers for the remainder of 2026.
• Captain / $2,500:
  Includes 4 tickets. Featured on event program and social media shoutouts to over 120K followers through August 2026.
• First Mate / $1,000:
  Includes 2 tickets. Featured in our program, mentioned at the Gala, and social media shoutouts to overreaching over 120K followers throughout February 2026.
• Skipper / $500:
  Includes 1 ticket. Mentioned in our Gala program and social media shoutouts to over throughout February 2026.
• Table / $2,000:
  Includes a full table reservation (8 seats). There are no promotional features included in this option, making it perfect for groups who just want to join us for dinner and help us save the lives of animals in imminent danger!

Are you unable to sponsor, but would still like to help to make this magical night happen. You can easily make a monetary donation using the link below.

We are also looking for donations of fun items or experiences that can be used as auction or raffle items. If you have anything you would like to donate to Whiskers & Tales 2026, you can deliver it to the One of A Kind Administrative Building at the address listed below.

One of A Kind Administrative Building
1485 Marion Ave
Akron, OH 44313