WHAT: PAWS for a CAUSE at the Plaza

WHEN: Friday, April 3, 2009 10am - 4pm
Saturday, April 4, 2009 10am – 3pm
Sunday, April 5, 2009 9am PAWS Walk Outdoor Plaza

WHERE: South Concourse, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY

AUDIENCE: Approximately 20,000 visitors are expected to attend the two day event.

ADMISSION: FREE

EVENT: PAWS for a CAUSE is the largest event, about pets, in the greater
Capital Region of upstate New York hosted by The Mental Health
Foundation in partnership with Mohawk Hudson River Humane Society and
The Animal Protective Foundation.

PAWS Walk … Bunny Egg Hunt for dogs on the Outdoor Plaza 4/5/9 at 9am

PUBLICITY: Sponsors will be acknowledged in print, TV, radio and website. Special
advertising opportunities for sponsors and vendors in print and on-line media.

EXHIBITOR CATEGORIES: SPONSOR COMMERCIAL VENDOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT

PARKING: Reserved parking will be available on Friday only. On Saturday, parking is free in East Garage on a first come, first served basis. Additional parking in V-Lot is $5.

PRESENTING ORGANIZATION:The Mental Health Foundation encourages, develops and supports educational campaigns and other initiatives to improve understanding of mental illness and ensure access to quality care. The Foundation is particularly concerned with efforts to reduce the stigma of mental illness and encouraging individuals to seek early diagnosis.

LIABILTY: Due to liability concerns, only animals allowed at the indoor event will be service dogs and those pets pre-approved to appear in educational and entertainment demonstrations. Unfortunately, we will not be allowed to make any exceptions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Event details, sponsor information, and registration application may be found by visiting our website at www.pawsforacause.net

CONTACT: Event Coordinator: Judy Burgess, Phone: 518-426-7252, jburgess@nycap.rr.com