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Calendar of Events

See what’s happening at (and for) Bond County Humane Society

Your participation in these events will benefit the temporarily homeless pets in our care.

Do you have an idea for a fundraiser? Do you have experience organizing a fundraiser? Does your family, club or class want to help raise money to support Bond County Humane Society? Let us know!

BCHS does not receive funding assistance from the city, county, state or any other organization... Especially NOT the Humane Society of the United States! BCHS is totally dependent on membership dues, donations, grants and fundraisers to help the animals.

BCHS is a no-kill animal shelter and an IRS approved 501(c)3 charitable organization so all donations are tax deductible in accordance with IRS guidelines.

Upcoming Events

Volunteers are still needed for all events. Please call (618) 664-4068 or email bchs4pets@sbcglobal.net to sign up.

Adoption “Meet & Greet” Days

Adoption “Meet & Greet” Days are 11:00am - 3:00pm on 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Saturdays (skipping major holidays) at Fairview Heights, Illinois Petco Store at Hwy 159 & Hwy 50 (near the I-64 interchange).
We will conduct adoptions by appointment at our Shelter Office - 2510 S. Elm St, Greenville. Adoption days may vary depending on availability of adoption staff.

Membership Meetings

Membership Meetings are no longer held regularly but scheduled by the board as needed. . Please watch our Facebook page and your email inbox for meeting notices.

All members and potential members are welcome.

Paws In The Park - Saturday, October 18, 2025

We are offering several levels of event sponsorship again this year. It is your business and personal support that makes this celebration of people and their pets a success!

All sponsorship requests and payments must be received by October 1, 2025 unless given special dispensation.

Our biggest fundraiser and annual celebration is back October 18 11am-3pm! Hosted at Bond County Fairgrounds (1224 Midway Drive, Greenville, IL 62246), Main Gates off Ridge Avenue, S Elm Street, and E Bowman Drive.

Watch our website, Facebook page and local media for more information!

The event is held in conjunction with Bond County Fair Association’s Fall Festival (Hayride, Vendor Show, Petting Zoo, Shriners Car Show, Bounce Houses, more)! So much to do between the Fall Fest and Paws in the Park!

In 2025, we’re planning...

Dog Contests: Best Pet Parade Costume, Doggie Pie-Eating, Best Kisser, Fastest Fetch, Longest Down, Best Trick(s), Best Howler, and Cutest Pet Photo (entry details below!). Activities: Dog Art Booth, Family Pet Portraits by Professional photographer, Selfie Picture Station, Silent Auction, 50/50 Raffle, Heath and Wellness Booth by Dr. Suzanne Ford, DVM of EponaVet, and Food Vendors (booked by Bond County Fair Association). So much fun for the whole family!

cartoon cat composing a photograph scene and a gold trophy with text

ADORABLE? COMIC? SERIOUS? NAUGHTY? Who will win our 2025 CUTEST PET PHOTO CONTEST? Trophy and ribbons for the top contestants! Entry is free; Voting is based on donations during Paws In The Park, Saturday Oct 18. Entries must be received by 5pm Wednesday October 15. Proceeds from the contest directly benefit adoptable pets waiting for homes at Bond County Humane Society.

BCHS is a no-kill animal shelter and an IRS approved 501(c)(3) charitable organization so all donations are tax deductible in accordance with IRS guidelines.