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Friday Fun Day: Terrible Pet Portraits for a Great Cause

By Karen Scheepers13 Nov 2026👁️ 38 views
Friday Fun Day: Terrible Pet Portraits for a Great Cause
Matlosana/Stilfontein Animal Shelter is hosting a lighthearted fundraising initiative designed to raise funds for animal care while offering pet owners a humorous keepsake.

Through the "Terrible Pet Portraits" campaign, community members can submit photos of their pets to be recreated by volunteer artists with no professional art experience guaranteed.

For a donation of R50 per portrait, participants receive a custom, intentionally amateur illustration of their pet. All proceeds go directly toward feeding and caring for the animals housed at the shelter. In addition to receiving their portrait, participants are entered for a chance to win a Mystery Box along with a framed version of their artwork.

How to Participate

  1. Submit a donation: Transfer R50 per portrait using the following banking details:

    • Account Name: Matlosana Animal Shelter

    • Bank: FNB Cheque

    • Account Number: 62620437691

    • Branch Code: 240538

    • Reference: Pet portrait

  2. Send a pet photo: Forward a picture of the pet, along with proof of payment, via WhatsApp to 072 814 5927.

  3. Receive the portrait: The shelter’s volunteer team will complete and send back the custom illustration.

This campaign provides a simple way for animal lovers to support local shelter operations while enjoying a unique piece of custom art. Further details about the organization and its ongoing initiatives can be found at stilfonteinanimalshelter.co.za.

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