So he and his wife, elain, created their own by founding the animal rescue foundation arf in 1991. All thrift store proceeds support the tony larussa animal rescue foundation arf. Arf rescues dogs and cats from public shelters where they would otherwise be euthanized and adopts them into new homes, as well as runs programs to strengthen the humananimal bond for seniors, children, hospital patients, veterans, and people in disadvantaged circumstances. Join me for a photo tour of tony larussa s arf animal rescue foundation, a stateoftheart nokill shelter for cats and dogs, located in walnut creek california. Tony larussa is one of the greatest managers in the history of baseball, and one of the more interesting people to grace the sport. Located conveniently in the heart of arfs adoption center, lou russas boutique has all the basics, bells, and whistles for those with discriminating taste on two or four legs. As manager of the chicago white sox, oakland athletics and st.
Arf elevates pets in our society, enhances connections, and transforms the bond between people. He is also known for his tireless animal rescue work and instilling in his players an interest in giving back to their. Founded in 1991, arf has rescued more than 42,000 cats and dogs and expanded its national outreach and education programs. Sep 11, 2012 one last strike is the captivating account of st. Love him or loathe him, by many measures tony larussa is one of the most successful managers in mlb history, especially in recent decades. Arf rescues animalsbut its a place for people, too. Oct 31, 2006 find the perfect gift on tonys fun stuff page. Their vision for arf is an organization that can not only aid abandoned and homeless animals, but also promote the concept that peoples lives can be enhanced by strengthening the bonds between humans and animals. Founded in 1991, arf rescued more than 40,000 cats and dogs and has expanded its national outreach and education programs. Tony larussa, who has been very much in the news lately, was inducted into the mlb hall of fame in cooperstown, new york on july 27, 2014.
Join me for a photo tour of tony larussas arf animal rescue foundation, a stateoftheart nokill shelter for cats and dogs, located in walnut creek california. Animal rescue foundation news newspapers books scholar jstor november 2019 learn how and when to remove this. Louis cardinals manager, tony larussa and his ups and downs as the head coach of one of the greatest baseball teams in history. By the time he graduated from high school, tony was. Bissinger friday night lights on a book titled three nights in august that was released in 2005. Arf saves dogs and cats who have run out of time at public shelters and brings people and animals together to enrich each others lives. Louis cardinals, larussa is the thirdwinningest baseball field boss of all time, surpassed only by legends connie mack and john j. They are star members of the pet hug pack of tony larussas animal rescue foundation arf, a therapy pet team spreading joy, comfort, and wellness to hospitals, senior centers, libraries, rehabilitation facilities, and schools throughout northern california.
All thrift store proceeds support the tony larussa animal rescue foundation. Shop at the arf thrift store in concord, staffed by friendly and energetic volunteers. Knowledgable staff will help you find everything you. Being the third most decorated manager in baseball, larussa was able to win three pennants and two world series championships in his sixteen years with the cardinals. Arf provides adoption, dog training, emergency veterinary assistance, and other services for abandoned animals.
A portion of proceeds benefits the animal rescue foundation tlr arf. May 06, 2020 tony larussa, who has been very much in the news lately, was inducted into the mlb hall of fame in cooperstown, new york on july 27, 2014. Your donations are taxdeductible, and a tax receipt will be provided. Located conveniently in the heart of arf s adoption center, lou russas boutique has all the basics, bells, and whistles for those with discriminating taste on two or four legs. He is also known for his tireless animal rescue work and instilling in his players an interest in giving back to their communities. In 2004 he became the sixth manager in history to win pennants with both american and national league teams. All three books were named to the new york times bestseller list. Donations of clean, good quality clothing, furniture, books, appliances and household items are always welcome. Larussa ran onto the field, scooped up the frightened cat and brought it to his home in contra costa county.
To create 3 nights in august 3nia, he allowed buzz bissinger unprecedented access to his team, his staff, and his inner thoughts and feelings. Barbara bradysmiths career as a pet photographer and her volunteer work as a therapy dog handler have inspired her to highlight the restorative power of relationships between people and animals. The larussa family foundation is an independent 501c3 and is a. Tony larussa tampa, florida professional baseball player.
Tony larussa a star of more than baseball christian coalition. Help support this pawesome cause and have fun in the process. All sales proceeds support the lifesaving efforts of the arf emergency medical fund which provides quality, affordable, veterinary care through the arf clinic for the companion animals of lowincome contra costa county residents. For more information about an animal and their location, click their profile. Good news arf is now offering a nocontact virtual adoption process. Tony and his wife elaine, a lifelong animal advocate, discovered there was not a single nokill shelter in the east bay region of the san francisco bay area and that the little cat would.
Arf strives to create a world where every loving dog and cat has a home, where every lonely person has a companion animal, and where children learn to care. A smoothfielding shortstop, tony was just 9 when a local organization chose him to captain an allstar team of 12and yearolds on a trip to cuba. Mcgraw, whom some day larussa will join in the baseball hall of fame. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Celebrate the national dog show presented by purina and help. Looking for a furry friend during this trying time. Located in a 38,000 squarefoot facility in walnut creek, california, arf finds homes for abandoned dogs and cats, promotes the cause of animal rescue, and administers outreach programs designed to strengthen the bond between humans and animals. With its mission of people rescuing animals, animals rescuing people, arf stands out by offering awardwinning youth programs, classes, and camps. Twenty years ago he and his wife started the animal rescue foundation.
Walnut creek, california 94598 visit website local phone. When a young employee of his organization, arf animal rescue foundation died, larussa traveled to brentwood, northern california from alamo for her funeral. He checked and found there was a major shortage of nokill shelters in that area. Available dogs and cats are updated at least once a day. Louis cardinals world series victory parade and rally at busch. Since then, the foundation has found a home for more than. Bianca, wife elaine, devon stand on the field during the st.
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