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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol Donates $38,800 to Local Animal Shelters
The donations will support Petworks Animal Services and the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol presented checks totaling $38,800.26 to two local animal shelters - Petworks Animal Services and the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County. The funds were raised through a "Cutest Pet" contest among Hard Rock's team members in January.
Why it matters
The donations will help strengthen the missions of the two animal shelters and support their efforts to provide care and find loving homes for animals in the Bristol, Tennessee region.
The details
Each organization received $19,400.13 from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol. The funds were raised through a "Cutest Pet" contest among Hard Rock's team members in January. The donations will help Petworks Animal Services and the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County continue their work of caring for and rehoming animals in the local community.
- The donations were presented to the animal shelters last week.
- The "Cutest Pet" contest that raised the funds was held in January 2026.
The players
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol
A hotel and casino located in Bristol, Tennessee that donated a combined $38,800.26 to two local animal shelters.
Petworks Animal Services
An animal shelter located in Kingsport, Tennessee that received $19,400.13 from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol donation.
Animal Shelter of Sullivan County
An animal shelter located in Blountville, Tennessee that received $19,400.13 from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol donation.
Michelle Watts
The executive director of Petworks Animal Services.
Allie Evangelista
The president of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol.
Brandi Perkey
The executive director of the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County.
What they’re saying
“We're so grateful for this generosity. Hard Rock's commitment to giving back helps strengthen our mission and supports the work we do for animals in the Tri-Cities.”
— Michelle Watts, Executive Director, Petworks Animal Services (timesnews.net)
“Supporting animals in the region is a great way for us to give back to our community. Our team members are honored to help provide care and support efforts that connect animals with loving homes.”
— Allie Evangelista, President, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol (timesnews.net)
“Partnerships like this allow our organization to continue making a difference for animals and families across the Bristol area.”
— Brandi Perkey, Executive Director, Animal Shelter of Sullivan County (timesnews.net)
The takeaway
The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol's generous donation to two local animal shelters demonstrates the company's commitment to supporting the community and helping animals in need find loving homes. This partnership will strengthen the missions of Petworks Animal Services and the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County, allowing them to continue their important work.
