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Yard sale, rummage sale, garage sale, tag sale\u2014these fun summertime events can raise money to help animals. It\u2019s a win-win-win: clearing clutter, catching up with your neighbors, and repurposing things you no longer want for someone in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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That\u2019s exactly what one PETA supporter recently did when she hosted a \u201cYard Sale for Animals\u201d to benefit PETA\u2019s tireless work. The day was packed with sunshine, sweet deals, and smiles\u2014and every dollar raised is now helping to protect animals from cruelty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With piles of books, home goods, clothes, and d\u00e9cor, this animal defender\u2019s sale was the perfect way to give gently used items a second life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every purchase supported indispensable programs that help animals like spay\/neuter surgeries<\/a>, PETA\u2019s doghouse program<\/a>, PETA\u2019s rescue team,<\/a> and hard-hitting campaigns like our fight to end the Iditarod,<\/a> and the violence against monkeys funded by the National Institutes of Health.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s always <\/em>a good time to support our programs through a yard sale fundraiser. And thanks to PETA\u2019s members and supporters, we have a miles-long list of victories for animals.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A sale is also an opportunity to spark conversations about animal rights and share that every animal is someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Including leaflets, signs, or even friendly chats about these topics can help shoppers walk away with more than just a great find\u2014they’ll leave with a new perspective on how we can be kinder to our fellow animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Animals Need Your Help!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hosting a \u201cYard Sale for Animals\u201d is a fun and easy way to help animals right from your driveway. PETA even has a free Yard Sale for Animals<\/a> kit you can request to get started. It includes all the necessary info and printable materials to help you spread the word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So why not grab some snacks, put on your favorite playlist, and make a day of it? Gather your friends, rally your neighbors, and turn a weekend clean-out into something meaningful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can\u2019t host a yard sale?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can sell items on PETA\u2019s eBay page<\/a> anytime, anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact PETA\u2019s \u201cYard Sale Benefiting Animals\u201d experts by emailing FundraiseForAnimals@peta.org<\/a> or calling 757-213-8740.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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