We look forward to participating in these events that help animals!
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Upcoming Events
Wands for Wildlife Drive
Date: January 2020 Location: Anywhere! We are collecting mascara wands for Appalachian Wildlife Refuge through January 31, 2020! Click HERE to see donation guidelines! Message us to schedule a donation drop off! Magic Pet Art Fundraiser Date: ONGOING Location: ONLINE Receive a magical art piece of your pet HERE! 2nd Annual Pet Star Coin Drive Contest TBA! 3rd Annual Humane Yard Sale TBA! You Shop. Amazon Gives! Location: http://amzn.to/2o0z9qr Choose animals when you shop online! Use the Jurnee's Journey Foundation link when you shop at Amazon Smile. |
Past Events
Christmas Cleaning Supply Drive Date: December 15-21, 2019 Location: Tri-Cities, TN We were able to donate 61 rolls of toilet paper and paper towels, 50 trash bags, 14 jugs of bleach/detergent/cleaning solution and 2 packs of dryer sheets to The Bridge Home No Kill Animal Shelter! Princess & Pirate Consignment Sale Charity Night Date: November 14, 2019 Location: Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, TN $1 donation to the JJF gets you early access to sales! Miss Tri-Cities Pageant 2019 Date: September 28, 2019 Location: Johnson City, TN We sponsored the Community Service Award to collect 26,500+ lbs of food for The Bridge Home No Kill Shelter and Unicoi Co Animal Shelter!!!!!! 4th Annual Ride to RESCUE: Motorcycle Run Date: July 13, 2019 Location: FLBC in Johnson City, TN Ride with us to rescue homeless animals! Learn more HERE! Princess & Pirate Consignment Sale Charity Night Date: February 21, 2019 Location: Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, TN $1 donation to the JJF gets you early access to sales! Miss Christmas Festivals Pageant Date: December 8, 2018 Location: Taylor Venue in Kingsport, TN We will award the contestant who receives the most votes the title of Miss Santa Paws! All proceeds help the JJF! Click HERE for more info! Princess & Pirate Consignment Sale Charity Night Date: November 15, 2018 Location: Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, TN $1 donation to the JJF gets you early access to sales! Click HERE for more info! Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant Date: September 29, 2018 Location: Unicoi Co. High School, TN We collected 6 TONS of dog/cat food & kitty litter for the Unicoi Co. Animal Shelter! Dog Days Extravaganza Date: August 11, 2018 Location: Marquee Pinnacle 12 - Bristol, TN Click HERE to learn more! AmeriFest National Pageant Date: July 27-29, 2018 Location: Sevierville, TN Contestants donated 5,323 collars and leashes! What an amazing community of animal lovers! 
Kingsport Dog Park - FurFest Block Party
Date: July 7, 2018 Location: Kingsport, TN We had a blast for the 3rd year in a row! Click HERE to learn more! Miss Mount Carmel Pageant Date: July 7, 2018 Location: Mount Carmel City Hall, TN We awarded the People's Choice Award to the contests who donated the most to the JJF! Click HERE for more info! Miss Rogersville 4th of July Pageant Date: July 1, 2018 Location: Rogersville Middle School, TN We awarded the People's Choice Award to the contests who donated the most to the JJF! Click HERE for more info! 3rd Annual Ride to Rescue Date: June 9, 2018 Location: Ken's Cycle Center in Gray, TN Ride with us to rescue homeless animals! Learn more HERE! Lipsense Fundraiser Date: April 2-7, 2018 Thank you Kathleen Hasson for hosting this online fundraiser for us! She donated $60 from Lipsense order sales. 2018 Facebook Fundraisers Thank you to everyone who has clicked the "Donate" button on our Facebook posts! We have raised $115 so far! Polka Tots to Teens Consignment Sale Date: March 1-3, 2018 Location: Boones Creek, TN We raised $150 at our 4th time back at the seasonal sale! Humane Lobby Day 2018 Date: February 23 @ 12:30-2pm Location: ONLINE Click HERE to see our impact! Miss Tri-Cities Festivals Pageant Date: February 3, 2018 Location: ETSU in Johnson City, TN Festival Ambassadors raised $1,155! Online Facebook Fundraiser for Jurnee's Birthday Date: December 4, 2017 We raised $315 thanks to your generous donations on Facebook! Moe's Fundraising Sprit Night to Help Shelter Pets Date: November 15, 2017 Location: Morristown, TN 15% of proceeds from the evening went back to help animal shelters! Click HERE for more info. We raised $104.07! Faux Fur Ball benefitting the Johnson City Animal Shelter Date: November 11, 2017 Location: Johnson City, TN Country Club The JJF board was invited by Dr. Woods - Orthodontist to attend the ball. Barktoberfest + 3rd Annual Bark or Treat Date: October 27, 2017 Location: Founder's Park in Johnson City, TN $130 raised for shelter pets! Humane Tennessee: Grassroots Discussion Forum Date: October 23, 2017 Location: Boones Creek Christian Church in Johnson City, TN 20 community members came out to discuss how we can better approach animal welfare issues in our area! Dog A Palooza Tricks for Treats Date: October 21, 2017 Location: Willow Springs Park in Johnson City, TN Proceeds benefit the Washington County Sheriff's Department K-9 Unit. Click HERE to learn more! Doggy Splash Bash Date: October 7, 2017 Location: Kingsport, TN Fun in the sun on the splash pad at the Riverview Swimming Pool! We fundraised $26. Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant Date: September 30, 2017 Location: Unicoi Co. High School, TN We awarded the Community Service Award to the contest who brought in the most donations to the Unicoi Co. Animal Shelter! $1,800 raised for shelter pets AND 14,900 lbs of dog food collected! Dog Treat Workshop at Dominion Senior Living Date: September 4, 2017 Location: Bristol, TN We had a great time leading residents in making treats. Dog Days of Summer Event for First Friday Date: September 1, 2017 Location: Downtown Johnson City, TN We had fun raising funds for shelter pets. 2nd Annual Ride to Rescue - Motorcycle Run to Benefit Area Animal Shelters Date: August 12, 2017 Location: Johnson City, TN Click HERE to learn more! $459 raised for animals! Polka Tots to Teens Consignment Sale Date: July 20-22, 2017 Location: Boones Creek, TN Round 3 at Polka Tots to Teens! $317 raised for shelter pets! Fleece Blanket Workshop at Dominion Senior Living Date: July 11, 2017 Location: Bristol, TN We lead residents in making fleece blankets for the Margaret B Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic Kingsport Dog Park - FurFest Block Party Date: July 8, 2017 Location: Kingsport, TN We raised funds to help local animal shelters! Moe's Fundraising Sprit Night to Help Shelter Pets Date: June 15, 2017 Location: Bristol, TN $164.75 raised for local animal shelters! 2nd Annual Humane Yard Sale Date: May 12 & 13, 2017 Location: Gray, TN Thank you to all those who made our event a success! $1,000 raised for animals! Bark in the Park Date: April 25, 2017 Location: Warriors Path State Park in Kingsport, TN Fundraiser and info meeting for the new Tri-Cities No Kill Shelter. Click HERE. We donated over 70 items including food, bowls, treats, leashes and collars! Belk Charity Event Ticket Sales Date: April 7, 2017 Location: Kingsport Mall, TN We are selling Belk charity event tickets for $5 at the Belk in Kingsport. Must have ticket to get into the April 29th event from 6-10am. $5 ticket cost goes back to help animals! $75 raised so far. Dogwood and Cattails Ball "The Wizard of Paws" Date: March 25, 2017 Location: Johnson City, TN Jurnee volunteered at the event benefitting the Humane Society of Washington County. Click HERE to learn more! Polka Tots to Teens Consignment Sale Date: March 2-4, 2017 Location: Boones Creek, TN We were happy to be back for the 2nd year. $622 raised for shelter pets! Guest Speaker at Johnson City Rotary Club Date: March 2, 2017 Location: Johnson City Country Club, TN Jurnee was invited to be a guest speaker to talk about JJF, spay/neuter and adopting from a shelter. Spay-ghetti Dinner benefiting the Sullivan County Humane Society Date: February 17, 2017 Location: The Social Kingsport in Kingsport, TN Jurnee volunteered at the event, and made media appearances beforehand. Puppy Love Yeti & Smooch Pooch Fundraiser Date: NOW - February 14, 2017 We raised $561 for shelter pets! Preston Forest Garden Guild Date: February 9, 2017 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee spoke on how to create a Humane Backyard! Winter Fest Dog Pageant Date: January 28, 2017 Location: Mars Hill, NC Jurnee's rescue pup, Java, won Best Dressed Proceeds benefit the Madison County Animal Shelter. Click HERE to learn more. Tennessee Humane Lobby Day Date: January 17-24, 2017 Location: In-District (1) Jurnee spoke with Senator Rusty Crowe, Representative Matthew Hill, Representative Timothy Hill, Representative Bud Hulsey, Senator Jon Lundberg, and Representative Gary Hicks on behalf of The Humane Society of the United States encouraging them to pass the upcoming puppy mill bill that will regulate commercial breeders. Seaver's Bakery Christmas Paws - Benefitting the SBK Animal Shelter Date: December 2016 Location: Kingsport, TN Donate pet food, toys, and any other items to Seaver's Bakery on E Center St. in Kingsport, TN and you will receive a FREE donut for your donation! Donate $10 and receive a free dozen! Learn more HERE! Yankee Candle Fundraiser Date: October 23 - December 31, 2016 Location: EVERYWHERE Order your Yankee Candle HERE and 40% of proceeds will go back to help shelter pets! Belk Charity Event Ticket Sales Date: October 23, 2016 Location: Kingsport Mall, TN We are selling Belk charity event tickets for $5 at the Belk in Kingsport. Must have ticket to get into the November 5th event from 6-10am. $5 ticket cost goes back to help animals! 2nd Annual Bark or Treat Date: October 21, 2016 Location: Johnson City, TN $200 raised for shelter pets! Click HERE to learn more! Panera Bread Fundraising Night for the Kingsport Animal Shelter Date: October 3, 2016 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee donated at the event. Paws for a Cause Golf Tournament benefitting the Bridge Home No-Kill Animal Shelter Date: October 3, 2016 Location: Ridgefields Country Club in Kingsport, TN Jurnee volunteered at the event. Miss Purrfect Kitty Pageant Date: September 17, 2016 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee will host the annual pageant that collects food for animal shelters! Click HERE to learn more! Pet Food Drive Date: NOW through September 16, 2016 Location: EVERYWHERE Jurnee will be collecting dog and cat food for area shelters! We need YOUR help to feed the shelter pets! Contact us at jurneesjourney@gmail.com and we will come pick up your donation! Puerto Rico Humane Education Training with HSUS Date: September 2016 Location: Puerto Rico Jurnee traveled to Puerto Rico with The Humane Society of the United States - Humane Society Academy to train educators internationally! Click HERE to see her travels! USDA - APHIS Horse Protection Act Public Meeting Date: August 9, 2016 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Jurnee spoke on behalf of The Humane Society of the United States to tighten the laws of the cruel act of horse soring in the state of Tennessee. Click HERE for more info! Watch her speech HERE! Fit4Life Bench Press Competition Date: July 30, 2016 Location: Kingsport, TN All proceeds went to Jurnee's Journey. Click HERE to learn more! Jurnee's Journey Pet Star Coin Drive Date: July 5-19, 2016 5 animal advocates from the Tri-Cities will be competed for the title of "Jurnee's Journey Pet Star" as they collected $2,050 total for the organization of their choice, in honor/memory of their pet! Click HERE to learn more! Kingsport Dog Park - FurFest Block Party Date: July 9, 2016 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee's Journey raised funds for animals! Click HERE to learn more! Chicken 4 Charity - benefiting Holly Help Spay/Neuter Fund Date: June 22, 2016 Location: Bristol, VA Jurnee attended the fundraiser. National Humane Lobby Day Date: June 20, 2016 Location: Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. Jurnee met with Representative Phil Roe, Senator Lamar Alexander, and Senator Bob Corker to discuss various humane legislation. Taking Action for Animals Conference- The Humane Society of the United States Date: June 17-19, 2016 Location: Washington, D.C. Jurnee volunteered with the HSUS - Humane Society Academy at TAFA - the premier animal advocacy conference! Ride to Rescue - Motorcycle & Hot Rod Ride to Benefit Area Animal Shelters Date: June 11, 2016 @ 9:30am - 1pm Location: Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, TN Click HERE to learn more! Woofstock benefiting Margaret b. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic Date: June 4, 2016 @ 9am -2pm Location: Sugar Hollow Park in Bristol, VA Jurnee volunteered at the event by helping mark the course for the 5k and hosted the live stream. Fit 4 Life Challenge Donation Presentation Date: May 24, 2016 @ 10am Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee's Journey received a donation of $500 from the Fit 4 Life crew! Sips for Snips benefiting the Sullivan Co Humane Society Date: May 20, 2016 Location: Uncorked in Downtown Kingsport, TN Jurnee volunteered by greeting guests at the door & live streaming the event. Grant Check Presentation from Wal-Mart to Sullivan Co. Humane Society Date: May 12, 2016 @ 1pm Location: Bristol, VA Jurnee hosted the live stream of Wal-Mart presenting $2,500 to the SCHS! Click HERE to learn more. Furry Fest Date: May 7, 2016 @ 11am - 4pm Location: Winged Deer Park in Johnson City, TN Jurnee attended the event & donated to the Washington Co. Humane Society. Click HERE to learn more. Belk Charity Event Ticket Sales Date: April 28, 2016 Location: Kingsport Mall, TN We raised $150 for shelter pets! Chicken 4 Charity - benefiting Holly Help Spay/Neuter Fund Date: April 27, 2016 Location: Bristol, VA Jurnee attended the fundraiser and donated to HHSNF. Belk Charity Event Ticket Sales Date: April 26, 2016 Location: Kingsport Mall, TN We are selling Belk charity event tickets for $5 at the Belk in Kingsport. Must have ticket to get into the April 30th event from 6-10am. $5 ticket cost goes back to help animals! Sullivan Co. Humane Society Board Meeting Date: April 24, 2016 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee contributed ideas for future fundraising events. Freddy's Frozen Custard Fundraiser for the Sullivan Co. Humane Society Date: April 19, 2016 @ 4pm - 10pm Location: Kingsport, TN Watch Jurnee host the live stream: https://www.facebook.com/thevideoguytn/videos/10154127597947422/ Sweet Blessings Boutique Trunk Show Date: April 17, 2016 @ 2pm - 5pm Location: Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, TN $570 raised for animals!! Boys and Girls Club Event Date: April 8, 2016 Location: Johnson City, TN Jurnee spoke about her journey as the founder of Jurnee's Journey & educated students on spay/neuter and adoption. H.A.B.I.T. Info Meeting Date: April 5, 2016 @ 6-8pm Location: Mountain Home, TN A program of The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, H.A.B.I.T. sponsors animal-assisted therapy programs. Meeting info: https://www.facebook.com/events/194897577532706/ Tennessee Humane Lobby Day Date: March 9, 2016 Location: Nashville, TN Jurnee spoke with Senator Rusty Crowe and Representative Micah Van Huss on behalf of The Humane Society of the United States encouraging them to pass the Commercial Dog Breeders Registration Act. Click here to learn more! Polka Tots to Teens Consignment Sale Date: March 3-5, 2016 Location: Boones Creek, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories as a vendor. $260 raised for animals!!! https://www.facebook.com/events/1676615265913523/ SBK Animal Center Sweetheart Dinner Date: February 27, 2016 @ 6-9 pm Location: Ridgefields Country Club in Kingsport, TN Jurnee volunteered by greeting guests at the front door! $25 Donation for a Spaghetti Dinner Feral Fixin Clinic - East TN Spay/Neuter Date: February 24-26, 2016 Location: Unicoi, TN Jurnee volunteered to help clean and care for feral cats undergoing TNR! http://www.etnspay-neuter.org/events.html Puppy Dog Tumbler Valentine's Day Fundraiser Date: NOW - February 14, 2016 We raised $420 for The Humane Society of the United States! Warm the Shelter Pets Blanket Drive November 2015 - January 2016 Donated over 1,000 items to 5 shelters in TN and VA! Miss Purrfect Kitty Pageant Date: September 12, 2015 Location: Kingsport Mall 5,297 lbs of dog & cat food collected! 6th Annual Wag-n-Wash benefiting the Sullivan Co. Humane Society Date: August 15, 2015 Location: Kingsport Mall Jurnee washed dogs of all sizes and breeds all day to raised funds for the SCHS! INTERN: Humane Society Academy Summer 2015 HSUS Headquarters in Maryland Jurnee was very humbled to be an intern for the HS Academy this summer at the Humane Society of the United States Headquarters! Humane Yard Sale - Sisters helping animals! Date: May 22, 2015 from 8am - 3pm Location: Gray, TN Over $1,000 raised for the HSUS! Woofstock Race/Festival for the Margaret B. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic Date: June 7, 2014 Location: Bristol, TN Jurnee helped mark the course and serve the runners during the race. Racks by the Tracks Date: May 17, 2014 Location: Farmer's Market in Downtown Kingsport, TN Raised $100 for the Sullivan Co. Humane Society by face painting! Screening of Amazing Grace/Meet & Greet with HSUS Faith Outreach Date: April 24, 2014 Location: Lynchburg, VA Jurnee networked with HSUS leaders as her university's town gathered around the issue of animals and faith. Chipotle Fundraiser for Lynchburg Humane Society Date: August 20, 2013 Location: Lynchburg, VA A delicious meal that also helped the LHS. Sullivan Co Humane Society Board Meeting Date: April 18, 2013 Location: Kingsport, TN Spay-ghetti Dinner benefiting the Sullivan County Humane Society Date: February 27, 2013 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee greeted and served the hundreds of guests who came out to the dinner. Halloween Costume Contest benefiting Sullivan Co. Humane Society's SNIP Program Date: October 30, 2012 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee judged and picked the winners for the costume contest. Woofstock Race/Festival for the Margaret B. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic Date: June 2, 2012 Location: Bristol, TN Jurnee volunteered to greet runners and assist with sign up and check in. HSUS International Animal Care Expo Date: May 2012 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Jurnee worked at the Stop Puppy Mills booth for The Humane Society of the United States and collected signatures to close a loophole for online breeders in the Animal Welfare Act. Cuties for a Cure Pageant Date: March 24, 2012 Time: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Norton, VA Jurnee hosted the pageant and sold Paws & Claws Accessories jewelry throughout the pageant! 50+ Expo Date: February 11, 2012 Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Kingsport, TN $500 raised for the animals! 14th Annual Times-News Women's Expo Date: October 21-23, 2011 Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: Kingsport, TN **OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR!** $1,000 raised!! Tri-Cities Dog Jog Date: September 24, 2011 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Johnson City, TN Jurnee and our mascot, Chi-Chi, ran together. TAFA Student Summit Date: July 17, 2011 Time: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Location: Washington, D.C. Guest speaker at the 7th annual Taking Action For Animals (TAFA) Student Summit hosted by The Humane Society of the United States. Racks by the Tracks Date: May 14, 2011 Time: 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. Location: Downtown Kingsport, TN $250 raised for the Sullivan Co. Humane Society Kingsport Town Centre Date: April 10, 2011 Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories for Belk's Charity Event. Cuties for a Cure Pageant honoring Kadeshea Baker Date: March 26, 2011 Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Norton, VA Jurnee hosted the pageant and sold Paws & Claws Accessories jewelry throughout the pageant! 50+ Expo & Chocolate Fest Date: February 12, 2011 Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories and raised $500! Gilbert Advanced Asset Management Holiday Market Place Date: December 2, 2010 City: Kingsport, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories 13th Annual Times-News Women's Expo 2010 Date: October 2010 Location: Kingsport, TN **OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR!** $1,000 raised for the animals! Hello Kitty Sweetheart Pageant Date: September 25, 2010 Location: Kingsport, TN Dog and cat food were collected to support the Kingsport Animal Shelter. Jurnee hosted the pageant! Prevent-A-Litter Mobile Spay/Neuter Date: June 28-29 & July 1 & July 29, 2010 Location: Kingsport, TN Dogs and cats were spay/neutered at this awesome event that occurred frequently at Jurnee's family's business! HSUS International Animal Care Expo Date: May 12-15, 2010 Location: Nashville, TN This was an exciting opportunity to meet with animal rescue groups all over the world! Jurnee became a member of The Humane Society of the United States - Youth Advisory Board! Voice Magazine All About Women Expo Date: May 1-2, 2010 Location: Bristol, TN Jurnee hosted the 3rd annual Mutt Strut Doggie Fashion show. ASPCA Fundraiser Date: April 10, 2010 Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Mall @ Kingsport, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories American Girl Fashion Show Date: April 24, 2010 Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Greeneville, TN Jurnee's Journey set up a booth outside the show to raise funds for animals. Our founder, Jurnee Carr, hosted the CASA event. Dogwood & Cattails Ball Benefit for the Washington County Humane Society Date: April 24, 2010 Time: 6:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Location: Johnson City, TN Jurnee hosted this prestigious event in the Tri-Cities that raised tens of thousands of dollars for animals! Kingsport Town Centre Jewelry Sale Date: March 20, 2010 Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories Head to Toe Women's Expo Date: March 13 & 14, 2010 Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Location: Johnson City, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories 50+ Expo Date: February 13, 2010 Time: 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee sold Paws & Claws Accessories 1st Annual Jurnee's Journey Pet Show and Pet Star Best Trick Contest Date: October 17, 2009 Time: 4:00pm - 5:15pm Location: Kingsport, TN Jurnee's Journey had over 30 contestants enter this awesome event that showed off the love every owner had for their pets! So much fun! Fright Night Bash benefiting the Washington Co. Humane Society Date: October 31, 2009 Time: 7:30pm - 10:00pm Location: Kingsport, TN People from all over the Tri-Cities came out on Halloween night to enjoy food and music while helping animals! Fun Expedition Celebrating Jurnee's 14th birthday Date: 2008 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Location: Johnson City, TN. No gifts please-just donations to no-kill animal rescue groups. Save the Animals: Shoot the Kids! Date: 2007 Time: 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Location: Kingsport, TN Celebrate Jurnee's 13th birthday with PAINTBALL, food, music, and s'mores! No gifts please-just donations to no-kill animal rescue groups. |
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