Lucy's Legacy Fund

The Goldstock Fund is thrilled to announce the addition of a new fund, Lucy’s Legacy.  Yes, Chandler and Dee Rudd’s “Lucy” is the spirit behind this fund.

During life, Lucy’s courage, determination and unconditional love constantly amazed and inspired everyone she met. All ages, all nationalities, challenged and able-bodied - she touched thousands of lives both physically and emotionally. Lucy was an active therapy dog, and a shining example of the positive life force that can be found in all dogs.

This idea for Lucy’s Legacy was discussed late last fall. Joan Puglia helped to develop the idea for a program to honor Lucy that would offer activities to enhance the bond between people and dogs of all breeds, and also offer therapy dog training. The proceeds from such activities would be given via grants to Golden Retriever rescue programs. Joan brought this idea to the Rudds as a very special way to honor their beloved Lucy and to continue her work.

The concept was enthusiastically embraced by The Goldstock Fund Board in February 2008, and we have been hard at work developing a logo, website, grant guidelines, and of course planning the Camp weekend.  

The Lucy's Legacy Fund provides positive programs, and partners with other organizations that also help to improve our dogs' quality of life.  Lucy's Legacy also seeks to provide educational and social activities, especially those that explore the health, emotions, and behavior of canine companions.
  
Camp Lucy programs will provide guided workshop opportunities for developing each dog's emotional and physical potential, and offers relaxation, recreation and social events for people and their canine companions. 

Several different camp experiences are being planned:

• Annual Dog Camp - for Golden Retrievers (other canine breeds are welcome)
• Wee Dog Camp - for dogs 20 pounds and under
• Special Needs Camp - for dogs that require adaptive equipment or activities
• Holistic Retreat - focusing on alternative therapies and integrative medicine
• Performance and Splash Camp - for the active outdoor canine.
• Therapy Dog training and testing weekends

Please visit this website often, as additional information will be added regularly.

Read about Camp Lucy!