This past weekend, WDRV (97.1 The Drive) morning hosts Sherman & Tingle and afternoon host Janda welcomed Chicago’s pet lovers to their eighth annual “Operation: Santa Paws.” Over $34,000 in pet food, supplies, and cash was raised, including two weeks of online donations and two live show/donation events at Jewel Osco in Palatine and Naperville.

97.1 FM The Drive joined forces with Chicago’s Anti-Cruelty — a local organization that helps thousands of pets and their humans every year through adoptions, veterinary programs, investigation and rescue, behavior support, education, and more-to collect food, new toys, and cash donations for animals without homes or families for the holidays.

The Sherman & Tingle Show commented, “Another year, another astonishing turnout by Driver Nation. Being associated with such charitable people in the Chicago area is a privilege. Combined with the fact that we could partner with a remarkable organization like Anti-Cruelty, participating in this annual event is an enormous pleasure for us.”

“Anti-Cruelty is grateful for the generosity of all those who donated as part of Operation: Santa Paws, including the match challenge from Free Pet Cremation. The gifts and donations significantly help sick, injured, and vulnerable animals in our care this holiday season,” added Anti-Cruelty President Darlene Duggan. “Thank you to The Drive and all their listeners for their support in helping us build a more humane Chicago for pets and people.”