LEWISTON — The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society has announced that it has once again receiving grant funding to participate in the ASPCA’s “Mega Match-a-thon” event, which will take place in mid-October.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has granted nearly $500,000 to support the large-scale adoption event to be held simultaneously nationwide in an effort to save more lives of shelter animals.

“We are thrilled to once again be part of the ASPCA’s nationwide adoption event and thankful for their generous grant to help us in this effort,” said Steven Dostie, executive director. “The ASPCA Mega Match-a-thon is a fun motivator for our staff, volunteers and the members of our community as we work together to help the many wonderful cats and dogs in our shelter find loving homes.”

As time draws closer, the community can expect to hear more about the combined efforts of the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society and the Bangor Humane Society in their combined efforts to save more lives during the Mega Match-a-thon on scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18, 19 and 20.

The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society provides a haven for more than 5,500 sick, homeless and abused animals in the greater Androscoggin area a year. Primary support comes from fundraising events and donations.

The shelter is at 55 Strawberry Ave. For more information about the Mega Match-a-thon, donations the shelter needs, volunteering at the shelter or adopting an animal, call 783-2311 or visit www.SavingPetsInMaine.org. People may also join them on www.facebook/GAHumane.