Golden Retrievers In Need Rescue (GRIN)

GRIN recently received an incredibly generous monetary donation along with a contribution of Bil Jac Dog Food and Treats. These donations were made in honor of a very special pup and his family. Ramsey, a beloved golden retriever who recently crossed the rainbow bridge at the age of 14, inspired this beautiful gesture. To celebrate his life, his family chose to support GRIN, ensuring that his legacy continues to help fellow Goldens in need. We are truly honored and blown away by their kindness during this difficult time. We understand how hard it is to lose a dog, and this is a wonderful way to pay tribute to sweet Ramsey. We can only imagine that he was warmly welcomed at the rainbow bridge by tail wags from fellow GRIN dogs who have also gained their wings. Thank you to Ramsey and his family #GRINrescue #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #RainbowBridge #Donation #BilJacBeliever

🎉 A Night to Remember at GRIN's Denim & Diamonds Gala 💎🐾 We are thrilled to share that the Denim & Diamonds Gala was a sold-out success, with nearly 300 attendees coming together to celebrate GRIN's "Diamonds in the Ruff"! ✨ Guests enjoyed a wonderful evening filled with dinner, drinks, laughter, and the excitement of bidding on auction items and raffle tickets, all to support our mission. Our beloved GRIN ambassadors—Killian, Greta, Rosie, and Heidi—also made special appearances, bringing extra joy to the event! 🐕❤️ Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of everyone involved, we raised over $41,000! This significant contribution will help us continue to provide the much-needed veterinary care, which costs GRIN over $250,000 annually. A heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to everyone who made this evening a success, including: 💎 Our amazing Denim & Diamonds Gala sponsors 💎 Our incredible Gala committee 💎 Joe Cronauer – Master of Ceremonies 💎 Tyler Guerrieri – Guitarist 💎 Emiko Strah, STEM Botanical – Floral Arrangements 💎 Lisa Corwin – Dog Feature Stories 💎 Denisa Iacob – Video & PowerPoint Creation 💎 Martha Widdowson, Portraits by Martha – Event Photography 💎 Woodside Event Center 💎 Westminster Technologies – Audio & Video 💎 Annie Rice – Program Designer 💎 Master Printing Group – Printed Materials 💎 Executive Class – Transport of Gala Goods To our wonderful members, families, businesses, and all attendees—your sponsorships, donations, and unwavering support mean the world to us. You have truly made a difference in the lives of the golden retrievers we care for. 💛🐾 From the bottom of our hearts—THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! 🙏 #GRINRescue #DenimAndDiamonds #GoldenRetrieverRescue #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #GalaSuccess #RescueDogs

🐾 Get to Know GRIN Spotlight: Meet Nancy Peterson! 🐾 📍 Location: Canfield, OH 📋 Role: Treasurer Nancy recently retired after a 36-year career with the Department of Defense as an Auditor and CPA, where she played a critical role in auditing military contractors. Now, she's dedicating her time to making a difference in the lives of rescue dogs as GRIN's Treasurer. 🐕 Fur Family: Nancy and her husband, Tom, have been married for 35 years and share their home with two beloved pups: Griffyn, a 5-year-old English Cream Golden, and Maverick, a 10-year-old Labradoodle. Nancy has been part of the GRIN family since 2007, fostering and adopting her first GRIN dog, Riley, in 2009. After a brief hiatus, she returned to foster and took on the role of Treasurer. Her passion for GRIN's mission stems from the love and joy dogs bring into people's lives, and she feels fulfilled knowing she's part of making these rescues possible. She's also passionate about advocating for legislation to end puppy mills in Ohio and is dedicated to helping rescue dogs find loving homes. Her favorite GRIN event? The Gala! It's an evening filled with raffles, auctions, prizes, great food, and wonderful company, making it an unforgettable night. Nancy's dogs' celebrity crush? She's a fan of Bunny, the dog who communicates using buttons and loves watching Champ and Tyson of the Half Husky Bros for their hilarious food reviews on YouTube. Thank you, Nancy, for your unwavering dedication and support for GRIN! 💛 #GRINRescue #VolunteerSpotlight #AdoptDontShop #RescueDogs #GoldenRetrievers #EndPuppyMills

🐾 Get to Know GRIN Spotlight: Meet Katie Ryan! 🐾 📍 Location: Twinsburg, OH 📋 Role: Secretary on GRIN's Board of Trustees Katie has been supporting GRIN for over 15 years, balancing her role as a nurse at Akron Children's Hospital and her work as a school nurse at Holy Family School in Stow, OH. Her passion for dogs and dedication to rescue have made a significant impact on the organization. 🐕 Fur Family: Katie, her husband Bill, and their 13-year-old son Jack are a true dog-loving family. At just 6 years old, Jack's goal was "to pet all the dogs," and he continues to ask for pets wherever he goes! The Ryan family currently has two mischievous GRIN boys, Regan (4) and Gus (almost 1), and they've adopted five other GRIN dogs over the years! Katie's love for rescue goes beyond adoption. She strongly believes in GRIN's mission to give dogs a second chance at a loving home, especially those who come from puppy mills. Katie has experienced firsthand the transformation of her GRIN dogs as they adjust to their new lives, showing deep love and appreciation for their family. Her favorite GRIN event? The Howl-O-Ween Party! She loves figuring out family costumes that include her pups and seeing all the creative costumes. Thank you, Katie, for your dedication to GRIN and for giving so many dogs the loving home they deserve! 💛 #GRINRescue #VolunteerSpotlight #AdoptDontShop #RescueDogs #GoldenRetrievers

🐾 Get to Know GRIN Spotlight: Meet Denisa Iacob! 🐾 📍 Location: Denver, CO 📋 Role: GRIN General Trustee Denisa has been supporting GRIN for the past 6 years, and as a Business Analytics Consultant, she brings her expertise and passion to the organization. Alongside her husband Greg, Denisa is the proud mom of two fur kids: Casey, an 8-year-old former puppy mill momma, and Willow, a 7-year-old rescue. GRIN's mission holds a special place in Denisa's heart. She admires GRIN's commitment to providing top-notch medical care for the dogs they rescue, and she's passionate about educating others on the cruelties of puppy mills. Her volunteer work with GRIN has given her an inside look at the puppy mill industry, and she's dedicated to helping put an end to this cruel practice. Denisa's favorite GRIN event? The HOWL! She loves seeing all the dogs dressed up in their costumes—it's the cutest thing ever! And speaking of cute, her dogs' celebrity crush is none other than Tucker Budzyn! On social media, Denisa enjoys following Teddy from AGuyandAGolden . She loves their hilarious skits and the impact they make with their "Shelter Dog Saturday" series, which helps shelter dogs find loving homes. Thank you, Denisa, for your dedication to GRIN and your work to give rescue dogs a second chance at life! 🐾 #GRINRescue #GoldenRetrievers #AdoptDontShop #VolunteerSpotlight

🐾 Get to Know GRIN Spotlight: Meet Lindsey Murray! 🐾 📍 Location: Mantua, OH 📋 Role: Development Director Lindsey has been a devoted GRIN member for nearly 9 years and currently serves as the Development Director. When she's not working as a Senior IT Systems Analyst at Progressive Insurance, she's busy helping GRIN with everything from park events and fundraising to fostering and serving as a foster buddy. 🐕 Fur Family: Lindsey and her husband Kyle have been married for almost 5 years, and their dogs are their children! They share their home with two wonderful pups: Amora, a 13-year-old GRIN girl Lindsey lovingly calls her "grumpy old bitty," and Archie, a 4-year-old husky mix they adopted from Kaleidoscope K9's. Lindsey's journey with Golden Retrievers began with her first dog, Izzie, who she fondly refers to as her 'soul dog.' This deep personal connection to the breed, coupled with her admiration for GRIN's commitment to rescuing displaced and abandoned goldens, ignited her passion and led her to become an active volunteer. She is continually inspired by the selfless dedication of GRIN volunteers, who always prioritize the well-being of the dogs, regardless of their origin. Her favorite event? The Howl-o-ween Party at the Brecksville Metroparks! The dog costume contest is always a hit, and Lindsey loves seeing the creative costumes and enjoying a fun fall afternoon filled with wagging tails and laughter. Thank you, Lindsey, for your incredible dedication to GRIN and the dogs who need us most! 🐾 #GRINRescue #GoldenRetrievers #AdoptDontShop #VolunteerSpotlight #DogLovers #RescueDogs

🐾 Get to Know GRIN: Irene "Renie" Wirkus! 🐾 Renie, a dedicated GRIN supporter since 2018, brings a wealth of expertise to her role as a Board Member & Trustee. Her current project involves updating GRIN's IT systems, with the aim of modernizing our infrastructure for more efficient support of our mission. Renie's impressive background includes 33 years at NASA, where she led efforts in safety, knowledge sharing, data analysis, and custom software development. 👜 Position: GRIN Board Member & Trustee 📍 Location: Hinckley, OH (23 years) 🏠 Family: Renie and her fiancé, Jim, have been together for 18 years and love spending time with his daughters and five grandchildren. She's also the youngest of six siblings and enjoys being close to her three sisters in Cleveland. 🐕 GRIN Pups: Renie is a proud dog mom to Bravo, a fun-loving, mischievous senior pup, and Duke, a sweet cuddle bug. Adopted in 2018 and 2019, respectively, they are the perfect pair and bring endless joy to Renie's life! Renie's passion for GRIN is deeply rooted in her love for dogs, especially Golden Retrievers. She firmly believes that every dog deserves a loving home, and GRIN's mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome these dogs resonates deeply with her. She's also a strong advocate for educating others about the cruelty of puppy mills. Her favorite GRIN event? Bark in the Park! She loves it because it's a chance to meet all the dogs and kick off the outdoor season in the Spring. Thank you, Renie, for your dedication and hard work supporting GRIN's mission! #GRINRescue #GoldenRetrievers #RescueDogs #AdoptDontShop #VolunteerSpotlight #BarkInThePark #DogMomLife

🐾Get to Know Karen Kilbane: GRIN Director & Lifelong Animal Advocate🐾 For our 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐍 Series, we’re excited to highlight Karen Kilbane, an integral part of GRIN’s mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Golden Retrievers! As a Director with GRIN since 2018, Karen's dedication to ensuring that every dog is emotionally and physically ready for their forever home is unmatched. 👩🏫 Profession: Elementary School Librarian 📍 Location: Strongsville, Ohio 👨👩👧 Family: Married to Mike, with one adult daughter, Caitlin, and son-in-law, Paul 🐕 GRIN Pups: Emmie (5) and Jillian (3) Karen is inspired by GRIN’s full-circle mission: from rescuing to rehabilitating, then rehoming, GRIN’s support never stops—even after a dog is adopted! The GRIN Gala is her favorite event, bringing together supporters to celebrate this incredible cause, and she also loves the many local events that contribute to GRIN's work. Karen enjoys GRIN’s "Sunday Intake Series"—a series that highlights dogs with heartbreaking pasts who are now on their journey to living their best life. Thank you, Karen, for all that you do to support GRIN’s mission! #AnimalRescue #GRINRescue #Leadership #Nonprofit #GoldenRetrievers #AdoptDontShop #CommunityEngagement #DogLovers #AnimalAdvocates

Remembering September 11, 2001: Honoring Our Four-Legged Heroes Today, we pause to remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and to honor the bravery and dedication of all those who responded in the aftermath. Among these heroes were the incredible search and rescue dogs who played a vital role in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero. Over 300 specially trained dogs were deployed to sift through the rubble, tirelessly searching for survivors and providing comfort to those in need. These courageous canines, alongside their handlers, worked in challenging and dangerous conditions, embodying the true spirit of resilience and hope. From Golden Retrievers to German Shepherds, each dog brought unique skills and unwavering determination to the mission. Their efforts not only helped locate survivors but also provided much-needed emotional support to the rescue workers and victims’ families. As we reflect on this day, let us remember the extraordinary contributions of these four-legged heroes. Their legacy reminds us of the profound bond between humans and animals and the incredible impact they can have in times of crisis. #NeverForget #September11 #SearchAndRescueDogs #HeroDogs #GRINRescue

Remembering September 11, 2001: Honoring Our Four-Legged Heroes Today, we pause to remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and to honor the bravery and dedication of all those who responded in the aftermath. Among these heroes were the incredible search and rescue dogs who played a vital role in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero. Over 300 specially trained dogs were deployed to sift through the rubble, tirelessly searching for survivors and providing comfort to those in need. These courageous canines, alongside their handlers, worked in challenging and dangerous conditions, embodying the true spirit of resilience and hope. From Golden Retrievers to German Shepherds, each dog brought unique skills and unwavering determination to the mission. Their efforts not only helped locate survivors but also provided much-needed emotional support to the rescue workers and victims’ families. As we reflect on this day, let us remember the extraordinary contributions of these four-legged heroes. Their legacy reminds us of the profound bond between humans and animals and the incredible impact they can have in times of crisis. #NeverForget #September11 #SearchAndRescueDogs #HeroDogs #GRINRescue