To be eligible, The "Man of the Desert" must reside in our Coachella Valley, either full-time or part-time. Each candidate must be 18 years or older. Employees and Board Members of Animal Samaritans are not eligible to win. The submitted photo must be a non-photo shopped picture of the candidate. Photos including his (or a) dog, cat or other pet are encouraged. Photos must include the candidate's name, age, occupation, a working phone number and email address. Only online submissions will be accepted, and each eligible submission will be placed online for all to view.

The individual with the most votes, will be the 2018 "Man of the Desert." The winner will get to walk the runway with his dog!

9th Annual Men of the Desert Fashion Show and Charity Luncheon
December 2, 2018
Westin Mission Hills Resort and Spa
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
11:00am – 2:00pm

For more information, please call 760-601-3754

Please order your tickets on line HERE

For details on what's included in a sponsorship package, please click Sponsorship levels 2018.


The winning finalist will receive a prize package and will walk the runway in the 2018 Men of the Desert Charity Fashion Show event.


Animal Samaritans is proud to be celebrating its 40^th year of service to the community. Because of the support of the community, Animal Samaritans is a community-leading 501 c 3 nonprofit charity organization established in 1978 to improve the lives of animals and people. We provide high-quality affordable veterinary services, low-cost spay/neuter services, no-kill animal sheltering, pet adoptions, humane education, pet therapy, and animal rescue to the community. To maintain and expand these important programs and services, we rely on individual and corporate donors, grants, planned giving, and fundraising. We champion compassion and respect for all creatures, with a primary focus on dogs, cats, and the humans who love them.