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We're honored to be highlighting our Service Dog Program for Veteran and First Responders with Service Related PTSD this year!

More information about the event: https://onecau.se/twd2025

All silent auction bidding and Golden Ticket purchases are done on your mobile device. To log in to your account, click on the event button and select Log In.

If you need additional assistance—such as adding a credit card to your account—please look for a Helping Paws Mobile Bidding Ambassador walking around the event.

Date: Saturday, September 20
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: Radisson Blu - MOA
2100 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN 55425

Parking: Valet is included with your ticket—just drive up and the Blu will take care of the rest. Please note: self-parking is not included and will incur an additional charge. 

5:00PM
Kick off the evening with butler-passed hors d’oeuvres as you mingle with fellow supporters, meet our graduate teams, and spend time with assistance dogs in training. Explore the silent auction, try your luck at games, or purchase a Golden Ticket for the trip of a lifetime. All games and the silent auction will close at 6:30 p.m.

6:45PM
Enjoy a delicious dinner, accompanied by two complimentary bottles of wine at each table, donated anonymously in honor of Gilbert.

7:45PM
A program celebrating our Veteran and First  Responders service dog program. Hear from former HP board president Harry H., HP Veteran Graduate Brian B., participate in the live auction, and watch our new Veteran and First Responder program video!

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Trunk or Treat with Helping Paws

Join us for a spook-tacular evening of fun with service dogs in training! Families are invited to trick-or-treat from festively decorated car trunks, play games, and enjoy a costume contest for both people and pups. Meet our amazing volunteers, learn more about becoming part of the Helping Paws community, and experience a Halloween celebration like no other.