CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Moore’s Rescue Ranch is ramping up fundraising and community events as it continues its mission to rescue and rehome animals across Champaign County.
Founder Kimberly Dalluge shared updates during a recent appearance on Focus, a weekly public affairs program, outlining the organization’s recent progress and upcoming needs. Since becoming an official entity in 2021 and beginning animal rescues in 2022, the nonprofit has saved more than 400 dogs and cats, many pulled from animal control facilities and euthanasia lists.
The organization’s cat café, The Kitty Crib, recently reopened after a six-week closure for maintenance, deep cleaning and medical care for several cats. During that time, a local business, 217 Inc., donated and installed a much-needed ventilation system at no cost, improving air quality and overall conditions for the animals.
While the Kitty Crib houses 23 cats, the group continues to work toward building a permanent facility that would allow its fostered dogs to be housed on-site. Dalluge said construction of a new building could cost several hundred thousand dollars, a goal that will require major donations or grant assistance.
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In the meantime, Moore’s Rescue Ranch is hosting several fundraisers.
A bingo fundraiser will take place Saturday, Feb. 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at VFW Post 630. Tickets are $15 and include five bingo cards and a dauber, with additional cards available for purchase. Local media personalities and community members will serve as guest callers. Food will be available for purchase, and prize baskets and gift cards from area businesses will be awarded to winners.
The nonprofit will also host a digital fundraiser March 2–9 in partnership with Monical’s Pizza. Supporters can purchase digital gift cards online, with 20% of proceeds benefiting the rescue. The cards can be used at any Monical’s location and do not expire.
Families can also meet adoptable dogs during Read Across America on March 7 at Lincoln Square, hosted by the Urbana Park District. Children are invited to read to the dogs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a relaxed way to interact with potential pets.
Looking ahead to summer, Moore’s Rescue Ranch will partner with Raising Cane’s on North Prospect Avenue for special patio adoption events featuring both cats and dogs.
Beyond fundraising, the organization is seeking volunteers with specialized skills, including grant writing, to help secure larger funding sources for its planned building project.
The Kitty Crib remains open to visitors, offering one-hour visits with resident cats for $5 for students and $7 for non-students, with complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate included. Officials say community involvement — whether through adoption, donations or event participation — remains critical to sustaining operations and expanding services.
More information about adoptable animals, volunteer opportunities and upcoming events is available through Moore’s Rescue Ranch and The Kitty Crib websites.
