THE CONTEST HAS NOW CLOSED
Thank you to everyone who entered and voted!
Together, you raised an incredible $55,525 to help provide veterinary care to animals and communities in need.
The winners will be contacted shortly.
THANK YOU!!
MAKE YOUR PET A STAR!
Ever dreamed about your furry friend becoming a star? Well, get ready for a tail-wagging opportunity where they could be featured on a beer label by one of our paw-some brewery contest partners!
Veterinarians Without Borders North America is expanding our Animals & Ales Photo Contest for our very first our very first Animals & Ales U.S., happening May 31 – June 16, 2024. Pet owners just like you will have the chance to submit a photo of their pet, collect as many votes as possible from family and friends ($1 = 1 vote*) and by doing so, raise important funds for veterinary care and programs to support animals and communities in need**. The winning pet from each of our brewery partners will be featured on a label of their limited release bottles or cans.
*No purchase necessary to enter or win. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 21 years of age. All federal, state, local and municipal regulations and laws apply. The contest is void where prohibited or restricted by law. Contest is void in the State of Utah. See Official Contest Rules for details.
**Votes qualify for a charitable tax receipt and will be emailed to voters by September.
📍 Jersey City, NJ
902 Brewing Company is all about great beer and great experiences. Stop by and pick up one of our exceptional, hand-crafted beers to take home or enjoy in our spacious Tap Room, which hosts a variety of event s including yoga, live bands, local DJs, and art installations. Our rooftop deck hosts live acoustic music, comedians, and more, featuring a breathtaking views of Manhattan.
902 Brewing Company is a unique experience you won't find anywhere else and we're only minutes away from where ever you are in North Jersey.
📍 Talkeetna, AK
Denali Brewing is an employee-owned, sustainable, adventure driven brewery in Talkeetna, Alaska, founded in 2009. With grit and perseverance, we brew the highest quality beer in an environment most would consider impossible. Our brewers are passionate artisans dedicated to the craft; their commitment is reflected in every sip of our brews. Talkeetna is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and beer lovers alike. Stop by after your next adventure flight-seeing, rafting, or mountain biking for a delicious beverage and tasty meal.
📍 Madison, WI
Karben4 Brewing was founded in 2012 by brothers Ryan and Zak Koga. The brewery is located on the east side of Madison, WI, and includes an on-site taproom. K4 has experienced healthy, organic growth since its inception and distributes its beer and other beverages to all of Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota and Illinois. Please visit karben4.com for more information, updates and our web store.
📍 Queensbury, NY
Northway Brewing Company is excited to craft beers that celebrate the people and landscapes that make up our area. Located just north of Saratoga Springs on the edge of Adirondack Park in Queensbury, NY, our facility features a large outdoor seating area, a 3,000 square-foot pet friendly taproom, and plenty of space and parking. Our Taproom offers full pours, flights, growlers, from our 20+ draft system, cans to go, as well as merchandise. Come by and see what’s being brewed in the North Country.
📍 Nashua, NH
Spyglass Brewing Company was created in 2018 by AV, Joe, Jonas and John. During their careers in the technology and engineering fields, they learned the value of trial and error, experimentation and attention to detail. We now apply those principles at Spyglass Brewing to brew the most enjoyable, unique and amazing beers! Spyglass is located at 306 Innovative Way, Nashua, NH. Our brewery holds almost 300 seats and you can enjoy a full menu from our kitchen. Our taproom offers full pours from 32 taps featuring a wide variety of beer styles that we brew on premise. There's something for everyone here at Spyglass!
Click here to review the full Official Contest Rules for Veterinarians Without Borders North America's U.S. Animals & Ales photo contest.
Entry requirements: To enter the contest, you must create a GoGo Photo Contest account and fill out the entry for the VWB/VSF Animals and Ales US Photo Contest via this link: https://www.vwb.org/site/animals-and-ales-usa during the Contest Period. It’s free to enter the contest. Follow the instructions provided to submit your entry with the brewery you wish to participate with (listed above). Limit 2 entries per person. Entries submitted by any other method will be disqualified. By submitting an entry to the contest, participants acknowledge that they have read and agree to abide by the Official Rules and the decisions of Sponsor.
All funds raised will help animals and communities that lack access to veterinary care, including right here in Canada, as well as in areas like Sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia. Veterinarians Without Borders North America also responds to crises and emergencies, worldwide, and is currently providing emergency support in Ukraine and South Sudan to address the growing needs of animals and communities.
If you are 21+ and a legal resident of the United States (except for the state of Utah), you can enter and vote in VWB/VSF's Animals & Ales US Photo Contest. One thing to keep in mind: winners will have to visit the breweries in person to access the winning brews.
Eligibility: The 2024 Animals & Ales US Photo Contest is open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 21 years of age, excluding employees, officers, directors, volunteers, agents, and board members of Veterinarians Without Borders North America/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord (VWB/VSF), as well as their immediate family and household members. Any entries received from an ineligible participant or which otherwise violate these Official Rules will be disqualified. All federal, state, local and municipal regulations and laws apply. The contest is void where prohibited or restricted by law. Contest is void in the State of Utah.
Please see full Official Contest Rules.
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