Animals for Life

Our Mission

Animals for Life is a 501(c)(3) non-profit animal rescue organization serving communities in Connecticut since 1996. Our organization is dedicated to the rescue, placement, and care of animals in need via adoptive placements, advocacy, and providing educational resources. Our passion is to improve the quality of life for all homeless, abused, or neglected animals in our communities.

The money raised will go towards the daily operation of our shelter and the medical needs of the cats in our care. Recently we've had several cats with emergency health issues - the goods news is that they all survived and are doing well . . . but we did incur high vet bills. This annual fundraiser has been a huge help to our organization the past several years!

Help Support Animals for Life by entering the Duck Race for a chance to win $5,000 cash!

$5 per duck race entry

50% of funds go back to Animals for Life

Animals for Life

What Is Duck Day?

Created in 2006 by the Naugatuck Chamber, the Duck Race features the release of over 20,000 rubber ducks from the Whittemore Bridge to race down the Naugatuck River. Each duck is vying to be among the first 20 to cross the finish line to win prizes, including the first prize of $5,000 for one lucky ticket purchaser.
During the annual Duck Race & Festival, Maple and Water Streets in downtown Naugatuck are filled with food and craft vendors, live music, games, activities for children, and much more. Businesses also will exhibit their products and services to the more than 5,000 people who attend each year. Over the past 17 years, more than 375 organizations have received over $452,438 by participating in the Duck Race fundraising activities.