Pet Parade Charities (Formerly Pets & Pals Charities), established in 1999, is headquartered in La Grange, Illinois. It is dedicated to promoting and supporting the health and care of animals in metropolitan Chicago. In addition it promotes awareness of the value of animals in individuals lives and the special bonds that exists between kids and animals. Pet Parade Charities accomplishes its mission through sponsorship of the acclaimed La Grange Pet Parade and by promoting responsible pet ownership through grants given to like not-for-profits.