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Santa Maria once again showed up in a big way for animals at Santa Barbara Humane’s 2026 Wild West Fest, an evening dedicated to supporting pets and families served by the organization’s Santa Maria Campus.
Now in its third year, the event welcomed 265 guests, reflecting a 6% increase from 2025 and an impressive 44% growth since its inaugural event in 2024. The event raised more than $130,000, a 25% increase over last year and a 75% increase from the first Wild West Fest, highlighting the continued generosity of the Santa Maria community.
Every dollar raised will directly benefit the Santa Maria Campus, helping to provide vital services for Santa Maria and surrounding communities, including low-cost veterinary care, affordable dog training, pet food assistance, and adoption services…