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Pour Bros Pups & Pints July 2026
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Necker's Jewelers - Charlity of the Month for July 2026
At Necker’s Jewelers, we believe that beautiful jewelry isn’t just about sparkle—it’s about supporting causes that make a difference. During the month of July, our Gift of Giving shines a spotlight on Freedom Ride Animal Rescue, a 501(c)(3) foster-based organization dedicated to rescuing and caring for pets in need across Monmouth, IL and surrounding areas.
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About Us
Freedom Ride Animal Rescue was founded by Phil Cooper and Brandy Woehler in July 2022. Phil is an animal lover who has been involved in many animal rescues over the past 20 years, as the former President of WIAR Rescue. Brandy has always loved animals and has been working with them for the past 7 years between volunteering and untill recently , she was shelter director for WIAR Rescue. In May of 2022 they decided to form a Rescue to help fill a much needed void in the rescue community; with the help of our dedicated volunteers we were able to start our Free Microchip Clinics in December 2022. Transportation is a large part of our rescue; helping dogs who are at kill-shelters find placement with no-kill rescues is one of our main priorities. We work with many local rescues and organizations traveling anywhere from 2-4 hours on average per transport some longer than others but all as important as the last. June 2022 - June 2025 we have already helped save 535 dogs and cats and driven over 35,379 miles! We also hold multiple Free Microchip Clinics throughout our area microchipping over 940 dogs and cats to date. 100% of donations we receive go towards the vetting and transportation of animals in need.
What's Happening
June 28th, 2026
Free Microchip Clinic at Pet Supplies Plus in Burlington, Iowa from 1-3pm. * Update we Microchipped over 40 dogs and cats today!
July 26th, 2026
Join us at Pour Bros Taproom in Moline, IL for our Pups & Pints Event. Are you a Vendor or do you know one? Your in luck, We are looking to fill a few more spaces for our event on Sunday July 26th from 1pm-4pm. This event is family and pet friendly so bring everyone out!
July 2026
Necker's Jewelers Charity of the Month! Thank you for your support.
August 9th, 2026
Join us in Bettendorf, Iowa from 1-3pm at Pet Supplies Plus for our next Free Microchip Clinic. Any dog or cat is welcome that is up to date on their vaccines to join us for a FREE Microchip. This is our second time in Bettendorf for this great event.
September 6th, 2026
Join us in helping support the Quad City Animal Welfare Center in their Annual Mutt Strut during the Milan Harvest Festival. We will be set up as a vendor from noon - 2pm. This is a great Family Friendly Event.
Saturday October 31st, 2026
Its that time of year again. We will be releasing more information soon! Our Annual 5K and 1 Mile Walk & Wag will be a party this year. Join us for fun, vendors and a costume contest with your 4 legged friends!
Mission Statement
Freedom Ride Animal Rescue is a 501(c) 3, non-profit, foster based animal transport rescue organization. We are a unique rescue committed to helping as many animals as we can, by providing free transportation from traditional shelters and breeder releases to no-kill rescues all over our surrounding area. We also provide overnight/temporary foster care for our furry travelers whose time has run out at shelters while waiting for their spot to open at one of our pre-approved no-kill rescues. 100% of donations go to the vetting and transportation of these animals giving them a chance to live and find loving homes.
WE ARE NOT IN COMPETITION WITH LOCAL OR REGIONAL SHELTER BASED RESCUES.
Future Free Microchip Clinic Dates
Sunday, June 28th 2026 Burlington Iowa
Sunday, August 9th 2026 Bettendorf Iowa