This June, we worked with the Ferret Association of Connecticut (FACT) and other shelters in the US and Canada as part of a large operation to rescue 24 ferrets that were retiring from a private Canadian breeder. This was a herculean effort run by Vanessa Gruden from FACT which we were honored to be a…
ATTENTION ALL BASEBALL LOVERS: The GCFA is proud to present a special fundraising event that will give ticket buyers a chance to watch the Cubs v. Brewers game in VIP style! Thanks to our generous supporter Dave Mueller, we’ll be enjoying the game from a spacious private suite with fantastic views plus complimentary food and…
Annual GCFA Holiday Party When: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 11 – 4pm Where: 15052 Archer Ave, Lockport, IL 60441 The GCFA hosts this fun-filled party to thank all our members, friends and all our volunteers for everything you do throughout the year. The shelter exists because of the generosity of each and every one…
Come One, Come All to the Greatest Ferret Show On Earth! The Greater Chicago Ferret Association returns to DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton this year for The Greatest Ferret Show on Earth, The GCFA’s largest fundraiser, on Saturday, October 4th, 2025 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. All proceeds benefit the 300+ ferrets that come…
Annual GCFA Holiday Party When: Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 11 – 5pm Where: 15052 Archer Ave, Lockport, IL 60441 The GCFA hosts this fun-filled party to thank all our members, friends and all our volunteers for everything you do throughout the year. The shelter exists because of the generosity of each and every one…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Michelle Williams 740-395-3421 williams.michellef@gmail.com LYONS, June 6 2024 — A faulty wire in a light fixture started a fire at The Greater Chicago Ferret Association (GCFA). A volunteer called 911 as the not-for-profit, no-kill ferret shelter was filling with smoke. The Lyons Fire Department (LFD) rushed to the shelter located on Odgen…
Date: Saturday, APRIL 27, 2024 Time: 11AM – 4PM (doors open at 10:30) Location: American Legion Post 18 15052 Archer Ave. Lockport, IL 60441 Admission: FREE for members! $2/adult, $1/child (12 and under), or $5/family Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/357508967112170 A CHANCE TO LEARN & SHINE A FERRET’S DAY OUT FERRET FUN MATCHES! Tube races Paper bag escape Kissing contest…
Annual GCFA Holiday Party When: Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 11 – 4pm Where: 15052 Archer Ave, Lockport, IL 60441 The GCFA hosts this fun filled party to thank all of our members, friends and all of our volunteers for everything you do throughout the year. The shelter exists because of the generosity of each…
Come One, Come All to the Greatest Ferret Show On Earth! The Greater Chicago Ferret Association returns to DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton this year for The Greatest Ferret Show on Earth, The GCFA’s largest fundraiser, on Saturday, October 7th, 2023 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. All proceeds benefit the 300+ ferrets that come…
Saturday, September 9th, 2023 – 11:00am 4:00pm Runyon Preserves – 202 Morgan St. Lockport, IL 60441 – rain or shine There will be delicious grilled hot dogs, buttered corn-on-the-cob, and fun games. If you can, please bring your favorite side dish to share. Please bring your own chairs, since there are a limited…