BENCHS

Board Meeting
2024-09-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-10 06:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) and 3 more dates | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States

Puppy Party
2025-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Madison East Center, 1400 Madison Ave., Ste 730, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
We are having a Puppy Party at Madison East Center! Join us for Live Music, Food, Coffee, Music, and of course dogs!

Bake Sale April
2025-04-13 13:00 - 18:00 | PetSmart, 1890 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Bake goods for humans & proceeds benefiting animals!
Cat and dog treats while supplies last!

Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-19 12:00 - 14:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Hop on over to BENCHS for a fun-filled day at the shelter!
We’re keeping things laid-back and full of smiles with a special event you won’t want to miss! Enjoy free-will donation entry, guided tours of our shelter, and the chance to get your photo taken by our very own talented Terri (Terriography LLC)—who’ll be capturing all the cuteness along the way.
Guess who’s making a special appearance? The Easter Bunny is hopping by for hugs, high fives, and photo ops!
Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit—we can’t wait to see you there and share the love for our shelter animals! All proceeds benefit the pets at BENCHS Animal Shelter.
Egg Hunt Times: Noon – Infant to 5 years; 12:30 p.m. – 6 to 8 years; 1 p.m. – 9-12 years
Hope to see you there!

Painting for Paws
2025-04-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Jakes Stadium Pizza, 330 Stadium Rd, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Paint for BENCHS!
12 inch wood round door hanger – all pre-stenciled – all ages welcome!
Text or call Marcy to sign up – pay via Venmo or drop off a check at BENCHS.

Pints for Pets
2025-04-26 13:00 - 16:00 | August Schell Brewing Company, 1860 Schell's Road, New Ulm, MN, 56073, United States
Thank you to August Schell Brewing Company!
20% of proceeds go to BENCHS from 1 to 4 p.m.!
Stop out for a pint and to support a great cause!

Paws & Petals Mother's Day Fundraiser
2025-05-09 08:00 - 2025-05-10 17:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Reserve beautiful bouquets of flowers for the special women in your life!
To order, send payment via our Venmo with your order details in the memo. You can just scan the QR code in the graphic with your phone or in the app search for:
BENCHS BENCHS@Trish-Boeke
Pick up flowers Friday and Saturday before Mother’s Day (May 11th).
Your flower purchase supports pets in need at BENCHS! Thank you!

Leash and Lager Event
2025-05-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Paddlefish Brewing Company, 108 S Minnesota Ave, St. Peter, MN, 56082, United States
Join us for a fun afternoon at Paddlefish Brewing in St. Peter! Come support BENCHS with a good Brew.
Paddlefish will donate 15% of the proceeds to help off set BENCHS’ vet cost!

Bake Sale - May
2025-05-18 13:00 - 18:00 | PetSmart, 1890 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Bake goods for humans & proceeds benefiting animals!
Cat and dog treats while supplies last!
(Bake Sale located in the back of the store.)
Want to help out with our monthly Bake Sale?

Rummage and Plant Sale
2025-05-29 08:30 - 2025-05-31 13:00 | Mankato Curling Club, 600 Hope St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Donate, Volunteer, or Shop for a GREAT cause!
Help us raise money for homeless pets in Blue Earth,
Nicollet Counties and beyond!

DONATIONS:
Plant Donations – Do you have an abundance of plants in your garden or greenhouse that you would like to share? We gladly accept donations of various plants, including annuals, perennials, bulbs, vegetables, and houseplants. Plant Donations accepted: May 26th – May 28th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mankato Curling Club, 600 Hope St., Mankato.
Rummage Sale Donations – Are you doing your spring cleaning and have items to donate to BENCHS? Rummage Sale Donations are accepted: May 26th – May 28th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mankato Curling Club, 600 Hope St., Mankato. Please – No clothing, electronics, exercise equipment and no soiled or damaged goods. (We reserve the right to refuse some items.)

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY! Sign up to volunteer for the BENCHS Rummage/Plant Sale

SHOP FOR A GREAT CAUSE:

Great deals on plants and other rummage sale items.
May 29th – 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; May 30th – 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; May 31st – 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mankato Curling Club, 600 Hope St., Mankato
All proceeds go directly towards our mission, covering the costs of veterinary care, adoption, facility expenses and community outreach.

Father's Day Bake Sale
2025-06-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Pet Expo, 1800 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Yummy treats for humans, benefitting BENCHS cats and dogs! (Some treats for pets while they last.)
Stop in for a treat while you are out picking up your pet supplies!

Shop the Lot Misfit Crafters Craft Show
2025-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 | New Ulm City Parking Lot 2, 2nd N & Broadway, New Ulm, MN, 56073, United States
Come and join the BENCHS team at the Shop the Lot 2 Misfit Crafters Craft Sale in New Ulm. We will be accepting donations to help the shelter care for our fur babies!
Can’t attend? You can make a donation here:
DONATE TODAY!

Bake Sale June
2025-06-29 13:00 - 18:00 | PetSmart, 1890 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Baked goods for people and pets, benefiting the cats and dogs of BENCHS!
Located at the back of the PetSmart Store!

Flower Bed and Landscape Help Day
2025-07-09 08:30 - 12:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Join us at BENCHS for a Flower Bed & Landscape Help Day!We’ll be pulling weeds and deadheading flowers to keep our shelter looking beautiful for our furry friends and visitors! Please bring your own garden tools, gloves, and dress for the weather.
Every helping hand makes a difference—see you in the garden!

Mural Reveal & Open House
2025-07-24 17:00 - 19:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
BENCHS has been blessed with the mural talents of Dinah Langsjoen and we are excited to share it with you! Dinah will be on hand to talk about the mural and her process in painting it.
Light snacks will be served.
This activity is made possible by an artist grant by Prairie Lakes Regional Art Council with funds provided by the McKnight Foundation.

2025-07-26 11:00 - 19:00 | Pet Expo, 1800 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Yummy treats for humans, benefitting BENCHS cats and dogs! (Some treats for pets while they last.) Stop in while you are out picking up your pet supplies!

Microchip Event
2025-07-27 12:00 - 15:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Happy Tails Start with a Tiny Chip! At BENCHS, we’ve seen countless joyful reunions between pets and their families — all thanks to a tiny microchip, no bigger than a grain of rice! Keep your furry friend safe and easily identifiable by getting them microchipped at our upcoming clinic: Date: Sunday, July 27th Time: Noon – 3 p.m. Location: BENCHS Cost: $25 per pet (cash or card accepted) No appointment necessary!Don’t miss this chance to protect your pet and give yourself peace of mind. Share this with fellow pet lovers and let’s keep our community’s pets safe together! . NOTE. This is not a GPS device.

Bake Sale August
2025-08-23 11:00 - 19:00 | Pet Expo, 1800 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States

Bake Sale September
2025-09-06 11:00 - 19:00 | Pet Expo, 1800 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
🍂Treats for humans, benefitting BENCHS cats and dogs! (Some treats for pets while they last.)
Stop in while you are out picking up your pet supplies!🍁

Bake Sale October
2025-10-25 11:00 - 19:00 | Pet Expo, 1800 Adams St, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
🎃Trick-or-treat for humans—benefiting BENCHS cats and dogs! (Some treats for pets, too, while they last.)
Stop in while picking up your pet supplies!👻🦇
