PALM DESERT, Calif. - s4story -- Shopping with purpose is in season at J.McLaughlin Palm Desert this March. The boutique is hosting a special event where every purchase helps save a dog's life, with a portion of proceeds benefiting German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County (GSROC) to fund critical care for abandoned, injured, and neglected dogs throughout Southern California and the Coachella Valley.

It's more than a shopping event – it's a celebration of second chances. Guests will sip wine, savor gourmet hors d'oeuvres, enter to win exciting giveaways, and discover J.McLaughlin's newest arrivals all while supporting life-saving rescue work.

"Events like this remind us that compassion and community go hand and hand," shares Maria Dales, Founder of GSROC. "This partnership helps us continue turning heartbreak into hope, giving dogs who were once forgotten a fresh start."

Kira, GSROC's beloved K-9 Ambassador, will be greeting guests throughout the day and for those interested in adopting a dog, digital displays will showcase four-legged companions looking for their forever homes.

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"GSROC does incredible work and we're honored to support their mission," states Lesley Ramirez, General Manager of J.McLaughlin El Paseo. "Giving back to our community is part of who we are and this event brings people together for a cause that truly matters."

WHAT: VIP shopping event benefiting rescue dogs, featuring wine, hors d'oeuvres and giveaways

WHEN: Saturday, March 14, 2026, 11AM-4PM

WHERE: J.McLaughlin, 73-375 El Paseo Suite L, Palm Desert, CA 92260

About German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County

GSROC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that has been rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming German Shepherd dogs since 1999. The organization has earned the Best of The Southland (Charity Division) honors from the LA Times in 2022 and 2023 and earned highest rated Platinum Status by Candid™ and Four Stars by Charity Navigator™ for transparency in accounting. www.gsroc.org.