Springfield student donates talent show prize to animal shelter

A Springfield student donated several hundred dollars' worth of toys, treats and cleaning supplies to the Springfield Humane Society after winning a $1,000 prize at Windham County's Got Talent.

Quinn Carafiello, a student from Springfield, Vermont, donated part of her talent show winnings to the Springfield Humane Society. She won first prize in Windham County's Got Talent for a singing performance and received a $1,000 award. Quinn has visited the shelter for years and sometimes asks for gifts for the animals instead of birthday presents. She chose to use several hundred dollars of the prize to purchase toys, treats and cleaning supplies for the shelter. Key details: - Donor: Quinn Carafiello, a Springfield student who performed a singing act. - Prize: First place at Windham County's Got Talent with a $1,000 award. - Donation: Several hundred dollars' worth of toys, treats and cleaning supplies given to the Springfield Humane Society. - Shelter response: Executive Director Marissa Bentley said the nonprofit relies on donations and that the supplies will be put to good use. - History: Quinn has been visiting the shelter for years and has previously given gifts there on her birthday. Summary: The donation provided practical items that the Springfield Humane Society said will support animals in its care and aid daily operations. Undetermined at this time.