From Lemonade to Flowers: Kids Finding Creative Ways to Support Critter Care

Every once in a while we are reminded that generosity does not depend on age. Through lemonade stands, flower sales, and countless small acts of care, young supporters like Daniel and Kaeden are showing us what compassion in action looks like. We are incredibly grateful to these generous kids and their families for choosing to give their time, energy, and money to Critter Care. Their kindness inspires us all.



Daniel’s Lemonade Stand for Wildlife

Hello everyone. My name is Daniel, and I am eight years old. This was my second year donating all the money from my lemonade stand to Critter Care. I gave every dollar I earned to help the animals and kept none for myself because my mom says I already have enough video games.

My goal this year was to raise five hundred dollars and I beat it. My mom and I made homemade lemonade using juice from more than two hundred lemons, lots of sugar, and many bags of ice. We also baked chocolate chip cookies that were so popular people kept coming back for more. We even had dog bones for dogs who walked by. I gave lemonade to everyone, even if they could not donate.

Why I Care About Animals

I run lemonade stands because I do not want animals to become extinct or disappear. I want animals to stay safe and healthy. When I am old enough, I want to volunteer at Critter Care because I want to help the animals, even though I do not like the smell.

My favourite animals that Critter Care helps are bobcats. I especially love Tucker because he is cute and very rare. Last year I brought him toys and I hope he liked them. This year I brought scones, cookies, and lemonade for the people working at Critter Care. I do not think the animals were allowed any of that.

Giving More Than Money

This year I also collected boxes of tissues at my lemonade stand. People donated so many that they filled my mom’s car. I am sure the baby animals will love them.

When I grow up, I want to be a veterinarian so I can help animals all over the city who do not have a doctor. I will not charge money because animals need help even when their owners cannot pay. I might need to have kids someday so they can run lemonade stands while I help animals for free.

Practicing Compassion at Home

I have two cats. One is a sphynx cat named Dobby who is older. My other cat is Bellatrix, also called Trixie. My mom found her on the side of the road after her mother had been hit by a car. She was just a tiny kitten. I kept her warm and fed her with a special eye dropper using kitten formula. She is now one year old, doing really well, and no longer fights with Dobby. I am practicing for when I can help baby animals everywhere.

Looking Ahead

I will have another lemonade stand next year. I promised Ms. Maureen that I will try to bring her one thousand dollars. Please come visit me in the summer and help me raise money for Critter Care.

With love,
Daniel