Sponsor Recognition
RROC Sponsorship Recognition
Presidential Level $501-1000
The Alt. Health Research Foundation is is RROC's latest Presidential Sponsor. The foundation has donated nearly over $1100 to RROC's general fund and has requested that it be "allocated where it is needed most". RROC is grateful for all sponsorships but is extremely appreciative of organizations who collectively donate to the cause of saving lives and offering second chances. A huge thank you goes out to the foundation from all of us at RROC!
Christine Conti-Collins of New Jersey is recognized by RROC for her Presidential Donor status. At a time when RROC has so many dogs who are in need, your donation of
$1000 is greatly appreciated. Thank you and welcome to the RROC Family, Christine! Christine is currently one of our two highest level amount donors for RROC. Congratulations on your Hero Level status and the animals thank you as well!
The Crook Family is recognized by RROC for their Presidential Donor status and has enclosed a letter with their
$600 donation! The Crook family writes:
Hello and thank you so much for all you do in helping rescue these wonderful dogs and place them with loving families. My husband and I adopted Sadie in may of this year and she immediately became a treasured member of our household. She is a delight to us every day. There are so many wonderful dogs like our Sadie, and we would like to provide Christmas presents this year to our family by sponsoring 3 dogs at the Presidential Sponsorship levelNestor- A sponsorship gift to the Burns familyFalkor - a Sponsorship gift to the Turner Family (Originally for Ruger who was adopted out in December 2008) Blackberry - a sponsorship gift to ourselves, the Crook familyEnclosed is a donation to sponsor these wonderful dogs: should any of them already have been adopted we would be delighted to move the sponsorship to another of the group. Merry christmas to all at RROC and thank you again for our best Christmas present of 2008 - received in May- Sadie. Love, the Crook Family
Hero Level $200-500
Patricia Rustanius is a proud Hero Donor, foster home, and all-around volunteer for RROC who has donated $500 worth of sponsorship for RROC's,
Wooly. While in RROC's care, Wooly was fostered at Patricia's home and even after his adoption she is still giving back. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the RROC family Patricia!
Susan Weems is a proud Hero Donor to RROC in the amount of $500 toward RROC's, Cowboy. Susan has made this donation on behalf of her friends and writes: "Please accept the enclosed donations to be applied to Cowboy's surgery and aftercare. These gifts are made in honor of my following friends: Jillian (- it might say Julian!) & Robert Weems, Tracy Sweely, Erin & Eric Furman" Thank you for your generous donation to Cowboy and for your thoughtful gift giving in the name of your friends and family! Welcome to the RROC family as a Hero Donor Susan!
Derek Pershouse is a proud Hero Sponsor of RROC's own Simba. Derek donated $500 to Simba's vet care. RROC is extremely appreciative of this generous donation! Welcome to the RROC family Derek!
Sharon and Randy Massey are both the proud Hero sponsors of RROC's Cowboy and his foster parents. Sharon and Randy serve as devout RROC volunteers and have opened their home to many of our foster dogs in need. Sharon also serves as RROC's assistant vet coordinator. Sharon and Randy donated $200 and also compiled $145 dollars in donations from friends to go directly to Cowboy. We are grateful to have Randy and Sharon as donors, foster parents, enthusiastic volunteers and supporters!
The Mulligan Family are proud Hero sponsors of RROC in memory of their
beloved chocolate lab, Bozley. The family has contributed
$300 to RROC in Bozley's name. The family writes:
This donation is in Bozley's memory. We miss him everyday and want to "Pay it Forward" so other dogs like him are given a chance in life. Thank you for all you do!" Both our condolences, prayers and good wishes go ou to the Mulligan family and thank you for your continued support of RROC!
The Bradley Family are proud Hero sponsors of RROC's, Cowboy. The family has contributed $250 to Cowboy's surgery fund. The family writes: "The story touched our hearts, and the Massey family are close friends of ours. We hope this helps Cowboy!!! Tim, Kathy, Kaitlin, Cassie, and Andrea Bradley" A huge thank you from RROC goes out to our Heroes the Bradley Family! Tim and Kathleen also contributed an additional $300 to RROC for Cowboy and wish him well on his surgery!
Conrad Freeman is the proud Hero sponsor of RROC's, Diego. Conrad donated $250 to Diego's care while RROC finds him a forever home. Even in these difficult times, the RROC family is able to pull through and support every dog it re-homes. Thank you from all of us at RROC, Conrad.
Brenda Rivers is the proud Hero donor to Retriever Rescue. Brenda donated $222.50 to the organization. Your donation comes at a wonderful time when we have so many dogs that need help to get their second chance. We greatly appreciate your donation and welcome you as a Hero Sponsor to the RROC family!
Amy Smith is the proud Hero donor to Retriever Rescue. Amy donated $200 to our organization and we are greatly appreciative of her generosity and willingness to give back! We will see that you donation literally "goes to the dogs!" Thanks!
Richard Garb is the proud Hero donor to Retriever Rescue on behalf of RROC's Diego who is in need of surgery for hip displaysia. Rich donated $200 to the organization on a challenge from a volunteer to match a $100 donation. We are so grateful to have Rich as a devoted foster home, donor, volunteer and family member of RROC. Thanks so much, Rich!
Joyce Harris is a proud Hero donor to RROC in the amount of $200 which will be distributed to our adoptables and their care while they wait for their new home. Joyce writes: "I just made a donation of $200 from my daughter, Brittany and myself. We would like you to use this where it will do the most good. In June you found a home for Brittany’s dog, Beau. Brittany adopted Beau from Sandi Hughey in Kansas City. RROC found a home for Beau very quickly and we are forever grateful. He will always be a member of our family and we miss him each day. Hopefully you can use this donation to help another deserving pet find a home. I have two Golden Retrievers that I adopted from Sandi and am so thankful for groups like yours." We would like to thank Joyce for her support and welcome as one of our Hero Donors!
Jana Cipolla is a proud Hero sponsor of RROC's Cowboy. Jana has donated $200 directly to Cowboy's care and RROC will see that he gets it! We are grateful for your contribution and from both RROC and Cowboy thank you for your support!
Richard Stith is a proud Hero sponsor of $200 toward the care of RROC's own Eloise! Thank you for thinking of RROC and your generosity is much appreciated. Welcome to the RROC family Richard!
L & H Auto Body is the proud Hero sponsor of RROC's special needs dog, Cowboy. The business has donated to Cowboy's care and RROC is extremely appreciative of this business's support. Thank you from all of us who are pulling for Cowboy and from all of us at RROC.
David and Candy Smith are proud Hero donors of $200 to RROC. RROC is grateful for your support and welcome to the RROC family!
Colleen Hannon is a proud sponsor and Miracle Worker for RROC's own lab mix, Miracle. RROC recognizes Colleen who is also a volunteer for the organization as a a contributor to the Miracle fun. From all of us at RROC, thank you Colleen!
Joan Sherman is our first proud Hero sponsor of RROC's 3 year old golden girl, Easter. Her contribution was made in remembrance of Joan's black lab, Hank, who passed away earlier in 2007. RROC recognizes Joan and Hank as members of our family and sends out a big thank you from our organization and Easter!
Guardian Level $100-199
John Beatty has donated $195 worth of Guardian Level sponsorship for RROC's own Rosie. Rosie has been with RROC for a fair amount of time and we are grateful for your donation to her care as we search for her new home! Thank you, John!
William T. and Meredith R. donated $150 to RROC to earn their Guardian Level titles! Their generous donation included a message that reads as follows. "Please accept this donation in memory of our Golden, Ellie, and use it where you need it the most." On behalf of RROC, we recognize this donation and honor it in Ellie's name. Thank you so much!
Conor "The Greatest Golden Retriever" donated $150 to go directly to the Guardian sponsorship of RROC's senior golden, Wooly. This donation has been made in Conor's memory.
Heather and Jon Hughes contributed $150 to RROC at the 2008 RROC Adopter's Picnic! We hope you enjoyed yourselves and greatly appreciate the donation
Donald Moyer is a proud Guardian donor of $125 to RROC. Donald adopted Topper from RROC and we are grateful for his contribution and that he chose to rescue one of our amazing RROC dogs. Thanks again!
Gerri Blank is a proud Guardian Sponsor of $120 toward Diego's care for hip displaysia. Diego and his foster family are deeply appreciatitve of your sponsorship and it will go directly to his care! A huge thanks from RROC!
Timothy and Kristin Wright are proud Guardian donors of $100. The Wrights donated during RROC's fundraising event at BD's Mongolian BBQ. Thanks for joining us and for your support!
Gregory and Jessica Allen-Pickett are proud Guardian donors to RROC's adopted Diego of $100. Diego requires surgery for his hip displaysia and RROC is working with great donors like the Allen-Picketts to raise money for him. Thank you!
Rachel Shapiro is a proud Guardian donor and current matching coordinator for RROC. Her contribution of $100 will go directly to our dogs in need. Thank you for your continued contribution, time and support!
Jan McKee is a proud Guardian donor and to RROC. Jan's donation was made in the name of her beloved golden. Jan writes; " This donation is in memory of Peat, the sweetest golden ever and my best friend." Her contribution of $100 will be allocated for our RROC dogs while in our care. Thank you for thinking of us and for donating in the memory of such a special family member.
Patricia Rustanius is a proud volunteer, foster home and Guardian Sponsor of Diego. Patricia has contributed to his surgery fund in the amount of
$100. RROC extends its appreciation for both your donation, time and energy as a devout volunteer and donor to our organization!
Richard Stith is a proud Guardian donor of
$100 to RROC. We are grateful for your generosity and both our volunteers and dogs send out a great big thank you to you!
Janice Olson is a proud Guardian donor of
$100 to RROC. Your contribution will help our many dogs in need of new forever homes. Thank you for thinking of RROC and welcome to the RROC family!
John Oram is a proud Guardian donor of $100 to RROC. Thank you for your contribution and your Guardian donor status makes you officially part of the RROC donor family! Congratulations and thank you again!
Patricia Welter is a proud Guardian sponsor of $100 toward the care of RROC's own Sis! Patricia wrote a note along with her donation that reads; "I would like to sponsor Sis at the Guardian Level. Thanks and warm wishes!" RROC would like to personally thank Patricia Welter for her contribution and sponsorship of our senior lab gal Sis while she waits for her forever home. Thank you so much!
Craig Voktay is a proud Guardian sponsor of $100 to RROC. Your donation will go directly to the care of our adoptables. Thank you for your contribution and welcome to the RROC family!
David Lavelett is a proud Guardian sponsor of
$100 toward the RROC's own adoptables. RROC is greatly appreciative of your generous donation and thank you for helping our animals get their second chance!
Anja Boyd is a proud Guardian sponsor of $100 toward the care of Cowboy! Anja's writes: "This donation is for Cowboy. Happy Holiday everybody!" RROC is appreciative of your willingness and generosity in helping our special needs dog Cowboy! Thank you again!
Debbie Smith is a proud Guardian sponsor of $100 toward the care of RROC's own Cowboy! Your donation signed from Elvis and Gracie are much appreciated and will go directly toward Cowboy's surgery! Thank you for your gracious donation to our organization!
Patricia Carpenter is a proud Guardian sponsor of $100 toward the care of RROC's own Eloise! Thank you for thinking of RROC and your generosity is much appreciated. Welcome to the RROC family Richard!
Lisa Bielfeldt is a proud Guardian sponsor of $100 toward the care of RROC's own Helena! Our organization is extremely grateful for your contribution and Helena certainly appreciates your generosity as well. Welcome to the RROC family as a Guardian Sponsor and always remember that its people like you who keep RROC going strong!
Kate Laxar is a proud Guardian donor of $100 to RROC. Along with her donation, Kate has also enclosed the following message. "We were hoping to adopt a retriever through your organizatino during the summer. Even though we adopted a Lab/Shar-pei mix elsewhere, I was very impressed with RROC (especially Rachel, Rich & Deborah). Kindly accept this donation with my gratitude for your time!"
Monica Marquez and Sheila Barthel are proud Guardian donors of of $100 to RROC. RROC received their donation at the 2008 RROC Annual Adopter's Picnic. Your donation is greatly appreciated and thank you for sharing the day with us!
Timothy and Kristin Wright are proud Guardian Sponsors of RROC with their $100 donation. Our RROC dogs would like to put their paws together for one nice round of applause. Thank you again!
Nancy Mance is a proud Guardian Sponsor for her donation of 1 Large Vari Kennel, 1 cart for moving a vari kennel with a dog inside, 1 lectro kennel heated mat, 1 elevated pet bowl set, 1 retractable leash for a large dog, 3 collars, 1 net barrier for car transport. These items are much appreciated and RROC is grateful for Nancy's donations!
PAALS Rescue is a proud Guardian Sponsor of Taylor, RROC's special needs dog! PAALS Rescue answered the call to aid in Taylor's survival and donated 5 cases of premium dog food. RROC salutes our fellow rescue and greatly appreciates their contribution!
Susan Runco is a proud Guardian Sponsor of RROC's own special needs dog, Taylor! RROC is thrilled to receive this donation and would like to recognize Susan for her gift that will assist in keeping Taylor healthy. Thank you for your support!
Defender Level $1-99
Christopher and Melanie Pahl are proud Guardian donors of $80. The Wrights donated during RROC's fundraising event at BD's Mongolian BBQ. Thanks for joining us and for your support!
Bob and Eileen Hunnes are proud Defender donors with their $50 donation to the general fund. We are greatly appreciative of your gift and welcome you to the RROC family.
Linda Lickert **THREE-PEAT SPONSOR is a proud Defender Sponsor of RROC's Chelsie with an additional $50 donation. This is the third of Linda's kind donations as she has been a consistent Defender level supporter and also sponsored adopted RROC dog, Kirby and current RROC adoptable, Nestor. We are thrilled to have repeat sponsors and are so happy to have you in the RROC family!
Noah and Valerie Keeney are proud Defender donors of
$50 to the Diego fund for his hip displaysia surgery. Thank you from both RROC and Diego!
Julie Aragon is proud Defender donor of $50 to RROC's general fund. As a RROC defender level donor, both our organization and the dogs are grateful for your support.
Shiela Barthel is proud Defender donor of
$50 to RROC's general fund. As one of our adopted homes, Shiela rescued RROC's Lorenzo in June of 2008 and is continuing to give generously to the dogs in need. Thank you for your continued support and for adding Lorenzo to your family!
Thomas and Sharon Randolph are proud Defender donors of $50 to RROC's general fund. The Randolphs are also the proud forever home of RROC's own Eloise. Thank you for donating to RROC and for providing Eloise with her second chance!
Nancy Derr-Castiglione and Greg Castiglione are proud Defender donors of $50 to RROC. The Castiglione family adopted a Chessie from RROC named Gus! We are so grateful that our adopter's are still giving back long after they have added their new family member! Thank you so much!
Tucker, Twyla, and their people Laney and Joel are proud Defender Sponsors of $50 toward the surgery and treatment fund for Cowboy! The family writes: "Tucker, aka Polar Bear, wanted to wish Cowboy and all of the RROC family a Merry Christmas. He just turned one on the 23rd of November and he and the rest of the family wanted to help out this holiday season! Good luck with the surgery. Love, Tucker & Twyla and their people Laney and Joel"
Eileen Lambert is a proud Defender donor of $50 toward our organization! Thank you for your support and welcome to the RROC donor family!
Stephen Chang is a proud Defender Sponsor of $50 toward RROC's Cowboy. Stephen has requested that his donation be allocated for Cowboy's surgery and recovery fund. Thank you for your contribution and welcome to the RROC family as a Defender level sponsor for Cowboy!
Andrew Clune and his family are proud Defender donors of $50 toward RROC. The family writes: "Happy Holidays from Dakota (June 2006 RROC alum) and his grateful adoptive family: Andy, Stacey, and big 'sis Jazz (who is also dog)" Thank you again and happy holidays from RROC!
Louise Labosier is a proud Defender donor of $50 toward RROC's own Cowboy and wanted to mark this money for his surgery and medical expenses. Cowboy is grateful for our generosity and welcome to the RROC family, Louise!
Erin Feldman is a proud Defender donor of $50 to RROC. Our adoptables are very appreciative of your donation and we would like to thank you for joining our RROC donor family and helping to make a difference!
John and Danett Stewart are a proud Defender donors of $50 toward RROC. John and Danett are also the adoptive family of RROC's own mother of 17 puppies, Poppy, now known as Maggie. John writes: "On behalf of our sweet girl Maggie (aka Poppy), please accept our donation to help RROC with any expenses requiring the need. You gave her and her 17 puppies a much needed second chance and we thank you for extending her into our lives! What a transformation a year has done to her overall personality! (She FINALLY understands and absolutely enjoys toys.)" Jon & Danett Stewart. Thank you from all of us at RROC and we are ecstatic that Maggie AKA Poppy is thriving in your home!
Mark Hurlbert is a proud Defender donor of $50 to RROC. Thank you for your contribution and for helping RROC achieve its goal of continuing to save lives!
Susan Cable is a proud Defender donor of $50 toward RROC. Thank you for your generous donation during the holiday season and here is your official welcome to the RROC family!
Glenn McCoy is a proud Defender sponsor of $50 toward the surgery for RROC's own Cowboy! Glenn requested that the donation be distributed to Cowboy and says "I love your organization!" Thank you for your kind words and for your sponsorship Glenn. From all of
Brian and Susan Boyle, Mia and Family is a proud Defender sponsor of $50 toward the care of RROC's own Cowboy! The family would like Cowboy and the public to know that "We met Cowboy when we adopted 'Mia' on Labor Day at the Massey's. She is a joy to us and we wish and pray all the best for Cowboy. Thank you for all you do!
"The Bormann Family is a proud Defender sponsor of $50 toward the care of RROC's own Cowboy! The family would like Cowboy to know "We hope Cowboy gets his surgery soon! He looks like such a sweet boy!"
Lisa Mendelsberg is a proud Defender sponsor of $50 toward the care of RROC's own Cowboy! Lisa, we are grateful for donors like you and that you can help Cowboy work toward the goal of surgery to help him out of pain! Thank you from all of us at RROC!
Michelle Polzel is a proud Defender donor of $29 toward our organization. RROC accepts your contribution that will go directly to the care of our amazing dogs as they wait for their forever homes! Thank you, Michelle!
Eric and Jacque Julian are proud Defender Sponsors of $25 toward RROC's Cowboy! Eric and Jacque are the 2007 adopter's of RROC's own Harley. RROC accepts your contribution of $25 and the two kong toys which will be given directly to Cowboy! Thank you, so much!
Shari Griswold is a proud Defender donor of $25 toward RROC. Shari writes: "Dear Retriever Rescue of Colorado, here is a small donation to thank you for the loving work that you do. Warmest Regards, Shari Griswold" Thanks, Sharon!
Andrew Labosier is a proud Defender donor of $25 to RROC. We are ever so grateful for your support and hope that you will continue to help us make miracles happen for our amazing adoptables as they wait for their forever homes!
Susan Martin is a proud Defender donor of $25 toward RROC. Your much needed support is appreciated and is literally "going to the dogs!" Thank you and welcome to the RROC donor family!
David and Leise Roberts are proud Defender donors through our gift giving program. Your gift will go directly to the dogs in RROC's care and was given by Jen Roberts who writes, "Merry Christmas from Jen!" What a fantastic way to give a gift and help the animals." Welcome to the RROC family David, Leise and Jen!
Brenda Rivers is a proud Defender Sponsor of $25 for Cowboy's fund. Kathy Hollister writes on her behalf: Please accept this donation to assist Cowboy's surgery needs. In honor of Brenda River's birthday. (Brenda is the owner of Andavo Travel and had requested a donation to RROC as a birthday gift to her) Happy Birthday Brenda and thank you for thinking of RROC during your celebration! Welcome to the RROC family!
Brian, Sharon, David Allegrazza and Emme are proud Defender donors of $25 to go directly to the dogs! Please accept our gratitude and thank you for your contribution!
Amanda Clements is a proud Defender donor of $20 toward our organization. RROC is greatly appreciative of your contribution and accepts it on behalf of our rescue! Thank you!
Melanie Adams is a proud Defender Sponsor of RROC's Cowboy and Chet. Melanie's $50 donation will go toward their care and secure her title as their Defender Sponsor! A big thank you goes out to Melanie!
Christopher and Anna Labosier are proud Defender Sponsors of
$20 to RROC's own
Cowboy! Your contribution to Cowboy will go directly to his care. From all of us at RROC, Cowboy and his foster family, we thank you!
Jena Young is a proud Defender Donor of $20 to RROC! Thank you for your contribution and welcome to RROC's family!
Tiffany Cellura is a proud Defender Donor and volunteer for RROC! A big thank you goes out to Tiffany for her donation of $15 to RROC!
SK Miller is RROC's proud Defender Sponsor of our Miracle Dog, Taylor. SK Miller writes: "Good luck with her, she is beautiful. I hope it helps." RROC and Taylor would like to thank you for your contribution to Taylor and welcomes you as part of the RROC family! Thank you!
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PLEASE READ THE BELOW DISCLAIMER FOR OUR SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
Sponsorship of any dog or dogs does not impact the adoption process in any way, either for the sponsored dog(s) or for other dogs.
**Applications from sponsors will be assessed in the same fashion as all other applications with no preference given to those submitted by sponsors.
**Sponsoring a RROC dog will assist in upholding the high quality of living for our dogs while in foster care and all funds will be allocated specifically for the designated dog with no exceptions.
**Foster families of RROC have the final word on which homes are selected for adoption. All parties involved in contribution to the sponsorship fund of a specific dog or dogs are exempt from involvement of selection of the placement for our RROC dogs.
**The RROC board shall have discretion to disperse the funds for the care of the specified dog or dogs, such care to include but not be limited to veterinary, food, supplies, and other expenses. Sponsors may end their sponsorships at any time upon notice to the RROC board.
**Sponsorships shall end naturally upon the chosen dog leaving the RROC program. Transfer of sponsorship from one dog(s) to another is permitted with board notification
