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\n Flynn and Bambi are two of the dogs that are cared for at Highland Lakes Canine Rescue. Courtesy photo. <\/p>\n
Highland Lakes Canine Rescue<\/a> is seeking donations during Amplify Austin<\/a>, a regional online fundraising campaign, with peak giving days scheduled for March 4-5.\u00a0<\/p>\n The fundraiser will support HLCR\u2019s mission of rescuing dogs in the Texas Hill Country, with a focus on animals that have medical or behavioral challenges. Dogs with the most heartbreaking stories receive rehabilitation through the shelter\u2019s Diamonds in the Ruff<\/a> program before being placed in permanent homes.<\/p>\n The shelter currently has two donation matches in place: $35,000 and $7,500. Starting Friday, Feb. 20, the first $7,500 in donations will be tripled, and all additional contributions up to $35,000 will be doubled. Donations can be made on HLCR\u2019s Amplify Austin page<\/a>.<\/p>\n In addition to donations, community members can support HLCR by adopting,<\/a> fostering<\/a>, or volunteering<\/a>.<\/p>\n Executive Director Brittany Osbourn said the fundraiser helps sustain the organization\u2019s work.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cIf you feel a special connection to our cause, I humbly ask for your help. Every dollar supports the metamorphosis of these tough pups, and I can vouch for this personally. My heart carries the stories of so many dogs who prove it,\u201d Osbourn wrote on her Amplify Austin page<\/a>.<\/p>\n Amplify Austin, which began in 2011, is an annual online campaign that helps local nonprofits raise funds through peer-to-peer donations and dedicated giving days, providing organizations like HLCR a platform to increase their impact.<\/p>\n