Humane Society of Tampa Bay’s annual gala raises funds for animals in need
Kurt Schafer.
Tuxes & Tails co-chairs Kurt and Kara Schafer brought a vibrant Bollywood scene to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay’s annual gala and lively Riverwalk after-party, with colorful dancers, cardamom rosé cocktails, beer tastings and Indian-inspired cuisine. WTVT-Ch. 13 anchors Russell Rhodes, Walter Allen and Jen Epstein emceed for over 1,100 guests at the Tampa Convention Center on Oct. 18. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor joined fellow dog lovers on the runway with some of the 38 adorable animals adopted that night. Bidding went off the leash for a London getaway donated by actor Dave Bautista, who was filming “Highlander” there. Unable to attend, Bautista contributed airfare, a hotel stay and a visit to the movie set. The trip fetched a howling $120,000 to help rescue, heal and rehome animals in need.
