26th Annual Paws on ParadeHumane Society of Genesee County’s

Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club Grand Blanc | 4.26.2026

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RUFF LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY

Dozens of supporters of the Humane Society of Genesee County attended the 26th annual Paws on Parade Champagne Brunch & Charity Auction on April 26. It was held at Warwick Hill Golf and Country Club in Grand Blanc.

This special event was part of the Humane Society’s celebration of 100 years of helping animals in Genesee County. Attendees enjoyed great food, exciting auction items, and a beautiful day supporting a cause that means so much to our community.

A silent auction, reverse auction, lucky squares and live auction raised more than $115,000 to go toward keeping all of the animals up to date on their medical care and vaccinations.

Leslie Toldo, a member of the Humane Society of Genesee County Board of Directors, hosted the event.

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