When Life Gave Them Lemons, They Helped Kittens

The Giving Coast

Pictured: Leona and Layna rasied funds for Cat Depot by opening a lemonade stand. Photo courtesy of Cat Depot.

As excessive heat hits Sarasota, two friends, Leona and Layna, decided to put their entrepreneurial skills to work by opening their very first lemonade stand. They mixed fresh lemonade, made colorful signs, and served up refreshing beverages to thirsty neighbors with big smiles. They collected about $72 and knew exactly what they wanted to do with the money. Since they both adored cats and kittens, they decided to donate their hard-earned earnings to Cat Depot.

Pictured: Leona and Layna rasied funds for Cat Depot by opening a lemonade stand. Photo courtesy of Cat Depot.

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