Miranda Lambert turned a night of music in the heart of Texas into a lifeline for shelter pets. Miranda Lambert’s “Music for Mutts” benefit event in Round Top, Texas, last Friday (Nov. 6) raised more than $1 million in support of MuttNation Foundation and its ongoing mission to improve the lives of shelter pets.
A Star-Studded Night on the Junk Gypsy Property
Music, community and a shared love for animals came together on the iconic Junk Gypsy property for the special event, produced by JHL Company. Randy Rogers kicked off the evening, setting the stage for Lambert’s headline performance, which featured special appearances by Jack Ingram, Jon Randall and Juliana Rankin.
The setting held special meaning for Lambert, who has longstanding ties to Junk Gypsy and the Round Top community. She has visited the property over the years for its renowned antique fairs, and she chose it as the backdrop for the photoshoot for her acclaimed album The Weight of These Wings.
Making a Difference Close to Home
The evening also made a meaningful impact on the local animal welfare community, including a generous donation to the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter to help it complete its surgical suite, which will allow the shelter to perform spay and neuter on site. Guests also helped fill MuttNation’s iconic Little Red Wagon with donations to further support the shelter and the animals in its care.
Miranda Lambert on What the Night Means
“This night embodies exactly what MuttNation Foundation was created to do: bring animal lovers together to support communities and help pets in need. None of this would be possible without the incredible people, partners and supporters who believe in our mission and continue to show up for these animals. Whether it’s donating, volunteering, supporting our events or simply giving a shelter pet a second chance, every bit makes a difference. I’m so grateful to everyone who helped make this night possible and for the impact we can make when we all come together,” shares Lambert.
MuttNation’s Mission Keeps Growing
Founded by Lambert and her mother, Bev, in 2009, MuttNation Foundation has grown into a nationwide force for animal welfare, helping more than 2,000 shelters and millions of pets through its programs and partnerships. The funds raised through Music for Mutts will further support the Foundation’s work to promote shelter pet adoption, provide resources to animal shelters and improve the lives of animals in need.
Lambert’s commitment to animal welfare has been at the heart of MuttNation since its inception, and Music for Mutts brought that mission to life through an evening that united artists, supporters and animal advocates for a cause close to her heart.
MuttNation Foundation extends a special thank you to the generous supporters who helped make Music for Mutts possible: Austin Way, Brown Distributing, Domain Entertainment, El Arroyo, High 5, Junk Gypsy, LALO Tequila, PaperCity Houston, Sony Music Publishing, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Whataburger.
Since its founding, the donation-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit has raised over $16 million. MuttNation also provides financial support and works with transport partners to assist and relocate animals during times of natural disaster, and its MuttNation Fueled by Miranda Lambert line of pet toys and supplies, which benefits the Foundation, is available exclusively at Tractor Supply Company stores throughout the U.S. Learn more at muttnation.com.
What’s Next for Miranda Lambert
Lambert’s latest album, Crisco, featuring current single “Snakeskin Boots” with Ella Langley, is available everywhere now via MCA and continued her unbroken streak of 11 consecutive Top 10s on the Country Albums chart. The most-awarded artist in Academy of Country Music history, including their top honor for Entertainer of the Year, she has also won three GRAMMYs and 14 Country Music Association Awards.
Beyond the music, Lambert co-founded the imprint Big Loud Texas with longtime collaborator Jon Randall in partnership with Big Loud Records. She is also a New York Times bestselling author and the first female restaurateur on Lower Broadway with her Tex-Mex cantina Casa Rosa, along with her Wanda June Home collection and Idyllwind, her western clothing, accessories and footwear brand at Boot Barn.
