50th Anniversary Celebration

BENCHS is celebrating it's 50th anniversary in 2019. 
We are planning many events throughout the year and
we have a fundraising goal of raising an additional $50,000
to honor our 50 years of helping cats and dogs in the Mankato area. 

​Stay tuned for more information! 

Donations needed...
​can you help?

  • SPRING BAKE SALE - We need people to donate homemade goodies for the bake sale on April 6th.  See the event page for details. 
  • WINE & BEER TASTING EVENT - We are currently collecting donations for our silent auction.  Large or small, we can use it!  See the event page for details. 

Adoption

Adoption Hours
  • Thursdays 3:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Fridays 3:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Saturdays 12:00 - 5:00 pm
  • Sundays 12:00 - 5:00 pm
  • Or email dogs@benchs.org or cats@benchs.org to schedule an appointment at other times.  

Volunteers Needed

  • DOG WALKERS - The public is invited to walk the dogs at BENCHS every Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday from 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm.  First time walkers need to complete an orientation at 3:15 pm on their first day.  See the volunteer page for more information. 

Events

  • March 21 - 50th Celebration Planning Meeting at BENCHS, 6:00 pm - All are welcome!
  • March 29 - Zena's Puppy Party at PetSmart, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
  • March 29 - Microchipping Clinic at PetSmart, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
  • March 30 - Phoebe's Puppy Party at PetSmart, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
  • April 6 - Spring Bake Sale at PetSmart, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Contact us.

1250 North River Drive
​Mankato, MN 56001
Answering Service
507.625.6373