Welcome to bp’s 2025 United Way Pet Pageant!
Every pet deserves their chance to shine. Submit your favorite photo of your furry, feathered, or fishy friend for a chance to have your pet take home top honors! Amphibians, dogs, cats, horses, hamsters, birds, mice, rats, and reptiles welcome.
Photo submissions are $20. Votes are $1.
There are no limits on the number of photo entries per pet.
All proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit United Way of Whatcom County, helping individuals and families in our community access the tools and resources they need to achieve financial stability.
Did you know your donation can be matched?! Click HERE for instructions on how to manually apply for bp matching for the Pet Pageant.
Prizes
The 1st place pet photo will win a 1st place trophy, along with the choice of one of the following prizes:
- Mud Bay Cat Themed Basket
- Mud Bay Dog Themed Basket
- Reserved Parking Spot of Your Choice during Q3 2026!
The 2nd place pet photo will win a 2nd place trophy, with the choice of one of the remaining prizes.
The 3rd place pet photo will win a 3rd place trophy, with the remaining prize.
Rules
- 1 vote = $1
- 1 photo entry = $20
- Unlimited photo entries per pet.
- Enter your pet photos starting at 6:00 AM (Pacific Time) on Monday, September 8, 2025 until 3:00 PM (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
- Voting will start at 6:00 AM (Pacific Time) on Thursday, September 18, 2025 and end at 3:00 PM (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
- Vote as many times and for as many pets as you like!
Each year, bp and United Way of Whatcom County team up to help support critical services in our community. This year, bp’s goal is to raise $140,000 in community investment and reach 25% participation!
United Way helps individuals and families who are struggling financially. By partnering with local businesses, supporters, and nonprofit agencies, they provide basic needs, increase economic mobility, and break the cycle of poverty for our friends and neighbors in Whatcom County.
When you give to United Way of Whatcom County:
- 100% of your donation stays local!
- You get to support United Way’s collaborative network of over 20 nonprofits.
- You can feel good knowing that your dollars are being put to good use. United Way-funded agencies go through a careful vetting process every year to ensure funds are managed and used well.
United is the Way we create positive change right here in our community, where we live, work, and play.
Learn more about United Way’s work at UnitedWayWhatcom.org