ORRTANNA – Adams County Winery has donated $1,000 to the Adams County SPCA in its efforts to care for a recent influx of rescued chihuahuas. The money will go for rescue and rehabilitation efforts, ensuring these small dogs receive the care they need.
Sixty-three chihuahuas were rescued from a home in Adams County in late February by the SPCA and are being cared for, some in foster homes, until they are ready for adoption.
In addition to the initial donation, the winery launched a customer-driven fundraising campaign, encouraging visitors to contribute to the cause. Through the generosity of its patrons, the winery raised an additional $329.33, which it matched, bringing the total second donation to $658.66.
“We are always eager to support our local SPCA and the incredible work they do,” said General Manager Dan Baumgardner. “When we heard about this urgent rescue, we knew we had to step in, and we were thrilled to see our customers rally behind such an important cause.
Winery Manager Sean Bockstie presented the check for $1,658.66 in total donations to Adams County SPCA board member Pam Curley. Joining them was Goldie, the winery’s beloved golden retriever, who added a bit of doggie of charm to the occasion.
Adams County Winery’s partnership with the Adams County SPCA continues, with the next scheduled fundraiser set to take place this fall on Oct. 26 during the annual Haunted Wine Run. This event continues to grow each year and invites participants to enjoy a scenic run or walk through the vineyard with a pour of wine at the finish line, while supporting local animal welfare efforts. Registration will be open this summer.
Adams County Winery opened its doors in 1975 in Orrtanna and is currently Pennsylvania’s fifth- oldest operating winery, as well as the Gettysburg area’s original winery. The Farm Winery location sits on more than 75 acres of rolling hills and farmland while operating out of an 1860’s registered historic Pennsylvania bank barn. In 1988, Tears of Gettysburg was first bottled at the winery, and to this day, it remains one of their most popular wines, as well as one of the oldest continually made wines in Pennsylvania.
