Join us for the third annual TAILS OF HOPE Gala, benefiting Yaqui Animal Rescue!
This year, we have even more to celebrate as we reflect on the lives we've saved, the milestones we've achieved, and the work that still lies ahead. Our 2026 gala, "Recuérdame," is a Día de los Muertos-inspired evening honoring the animals we have fought for and lost while celebrating the lives we continue to fight for every single day.
Together, we'll gather for an unforgettable evening filled with compassion, remembrance, and hope. Guests will enjoy cocktails, a delicious, seated dinner, inspiring rescue stories, live entertainment, and meaningful opportunities to support the thousands of stray and abandoned animals who depend on Yaqui Animal Rescue.
Event Details
Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Mission Event Center
The Evening Includes:
Cocktail Hour
Elegant Seated Dinner
Heartwarming Rescue Stories & Awards
Music & Dancing
Silent Auction & Raffles
The largest pet ofrenda in the Rio Grande Valley
Countless memorable moments in support of a lifesaving mission
Dress Code:
Elegant with Mexican Cultural Flair (rich colors, floral elements, etc.).
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Sponsorships begin at $1,500 and directly support Yaqui Animal Rescue's efforts to save thousands of homeless, neglected, and abandoned animals throughout South Texas in 2027. Businesses and individuals interested in sponsorship opportunities are encouraged to contact Rebecca Arizmendi-Chavez at development@yaquianimalrescue.com for more information.
Whether you're joining us to honor a beloved pet, celebrate the resilience of rescue animals, or make a lasting difference in your community, your presence helps give countless animals a second chance at life.
We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of remembrance, celebration, and hope, and hearing the "tails" you'll have to tell after this unforgettable night.
Recuérdame is more than a theme; it reminds us of the animals who have touched our lives.
This year’s Tails of Hope Gala celebrates the special bond we share with animals, honoring the pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge while shining a light on the many still waiting for their forever homes. Inspired by the traditions of Día de los Muertos, we remember the animals who touched our lives, celebrate the love and memories they left behind, and recognize the countless pets who deserve the chance to be loved.
This special evening brings our community together through remembrance, hope, and celebration while supporting Yaqui Animal Rescue’s mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and provide life-changing care to vulnerable animals.
Every ticket, table, donation, and auction bid helps us give more animals a second chance—and ensures their stories of love can continue.
Bid. Win. Make a Difference!
Our silent auction will feature donated products, services, experiences, and more from generous businesses and community members throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Every bid helps support Yaqui Animal Rescue and provides animals in need with care, shelter, and a second chance.
Want to donate an item to our silent auction?
Contact assistant@yaquianimalrescue.com
Come together. Remember. Celebrate. Make a difference.
Join us for an evening honoring the animals who have left paw prints on our hearts and supporting those still waiting for a second chance. Click the button below to secure your Tails of Hope Gala ticket!
