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A 'Golden' Opportunity to Give Back | Here are some animal shelters across Hampton Roads where you can donate in Betty White's honor.

In light of her passing, a national movement has started where people are encouraged to donate to their local animal shelters or animal organizations.

NORFOLK, Va. — Author's note: The video above is on file from December 31, 2021.

Beloved American icon Betty White passed away at the age of 99 on December 31, 2021. While she was known for her passion for acting, she also had another very important passion: animal advocacy. 

White was frequently known to donate both her money and time to various non-profits, from the Morris Animal Foundation, which created the Betty White Wildlife Fund, to Guide Dogs for the Blind. 

In light of her passing, a national movement has started where people are encouraged to donate to their local animal shelters or animal organizations in honor of what would have been her 100th birthday on January 17.

Here are several shelters across Hampton Roads that are participating in the #BettyWhiteChallenge in her memory:

If you have an organization that has a special place in your heart that isn't on this list, reach out anyway! This isn't an exhaustive list, and there are so many shelters and groups that are always in need of donations to help our animal friends find their "furever" homes. 

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