Above and Beyond – Community Service

Above and Beyond – Community Service

Surfing Dogs in San Diego

This fall, the Residence Inn San Diego­ Poway, managed by Huntington Hotel Group, partnered with the Residence Inn Brand’s Local Culture Council as sponsors at the annual “Helen Woodward Surf Dog Surf-­A-Thon.” As impossible as it may seem, over 60 dogs participated in the event , which raised over $150,000 for the Helen Woodward Animal Center, a no-­kill animal shelter in San Diego.

The Residence Inn booth included a prize wheel with dog toys and prizes that drew a lot of attention. There were volunteers from 11 San Diego Residence Inn locations supporting the cause and promoting the brand’s dog­ friendliness!

The area Residence Inns also sold “PAWS” at their front desks, donations that went to support Helen Woodward adoption efforts. Congratulations and a huge thanks to the Residence Inn San Diego ­Poway for their contributions to the animal community!