Dereck Lively II is stepping up huge for Dallas this Sunday, sponsoring an incredible $10,000 worth of pet adoption fees at the Jan Rees-Jones Animal Care Center. If you’ve been looking to add a furry friend to your life, you can head to the SPCA off of Interstate 30 and Hampton starting at noon this Sunday, meet the love of your life, and Lively’s got the adoption fees covered. It’s really that simple, and honestly, you’ve gotta love him for putting up this kind of cash for the community.
Why Dallas Pets Are Desperately Counting On Lively’s Generosity
This isn’t just a feel-good story; it’s a critical lifeline for Dallas’ animal services. KERA reported just last month that Dallas Animal Services is once again dealing with an overcapacity crisis. We’re talking about a serious problem, with South Dallas especially known as a hot spot for stray dogs. The city desperately needs all the help it can get to find these animals homes, particularly right now when rising housing costs and other economic strains are making it tougher for people to adopt. As DAS Interim Director Amanda Earl put it to the station, “You know, we’re all trying to save everything that we can.” So, while the cost of everything else seems to be skyrocketing, Lively’s move means adding a new member to your family will be a whole lot cheaper this Sunday afternoon.
Lively’s Heart for the Community Runs Deep
This incredible gesture isn’t a one-off either, which just makes you appreciate Lively even more. Last season, he made a huge commitment by partnering with the national nonprofit Undue Medical Debt. For every blocked shot he recorded, he pledged to give to help erase unpayable medical debt for others. Seriously, what a guy. He’s clearly someone who sees the needs in the community and isn’t afraid to step up and make a real difference, both on and off the court.
So, if you end up bringing home a new companion this Sunday thanks to Lively’s generosity, make sure you let Mavs Moneyball know! Tag @MavsMoneyball on X (The Everything App), and they’ll not only give you a repost but also feature photos of your newly adopted pets on their site. Flood their mentions, Mavs fans. Let’s make this event a huge success for the animals in need!
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Originally reported by Mavs Moneyball.
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