Animal Lovers Night at Barrier Brewery Raises Funds for Humane Long Island’s Rescue Efforts

Animal enthusiasts once again gathered on July 31 at Barrier Brewery for Animal Lovers Night, an event dedicated to raising funds for Humane Long Island. Following the successful June 12 gathering, this year’s event surpassed previous efforts by raising $450. Attendees enjoyed live music, a variety of art and craft vendors, and delicious offerings from pop-up vegan food stalls.

John and Juliana DiLeonardo, the driving force behind Humane Long Island, continued to emphasize their mission of creating a kinder world for animals. The organization, largely volunteer-based, focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, and advocacy for animals across Long Island. They encourage the community to “adopt, don’t shop” and promote veganism as a way to save animal lives.

The funds raised at Animal Lovers Night will support Humane Long Island’s ongoing rescue operations. The DiLeonardos also aim to acquire a larger space for educational events, workshops, and an expanded transitional sanctuary, as their current location in Riverhead is not sufficient for their growing needs.

Humane Long Island collaborates with a network of foster homes, providing rescued animals with necessary care until they can be adopted into permanent homes. Recent rescues include a Muscovy duck, an injured peahen, and a rhea previously kept in a Bellmore home.

The event also featured vendors who sold T-shirts and other items promoting compassion and kindness toward animals.

Humane Long Island welcomes both monetary donations and volunteer support for various tasks, from rescues to fostering animals. Those interested in contributing can learn more about the organization’s efforts.