“Steps for Shelter Pets” first annual charity walk raises $42K for local animals in need

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – CMPD Animal Care and Control celebrating a big success Saturday morning, with its first ever fundraising walk.

The Steps for Shelter Pets event happened at Pearl Street Park near Uptown. The walk was aimed at raising awareness, promoting adoption and fostering, and raising money for the shelter.

In all, the community helped raise more than $42,000.