David Backes

Believer. Husband. Daddy. Athletes for Animals. Retired Hockey Player

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Sneak peek. Limited run.

[Athletes For Animals @A4A_org]

Something LIMITED is coming…. 🧢🐾

[David Backes @dbackes42]

I’m here at the incredible #ACountryThing an unforgettable night of music and comedy celebrating @realmikejfox and the Foundation’s progress toward ending Parkinson’s. Thanks to @michaeljfoxorg, we’re closer than ever to a cure. Learn more: https://t.co/kLcYPs8gUy

[Athletes For Animals @A4A_org]

Shelter Slumber Pawty – Spay/Neuter Edition kicks off on Sat, April 18 at Noon🐾 A4A Ambassador Brad Thompson ⚾️ Prevention matters A4A proudly supports S/N + TNR efforts with:
👏 Full Circle MO Feral
👏 STL Feral Cat Outreach
👏 BARC-STL
👏 OpSPOT
👏 Carol House Quick Fix

[The Athletic NHL @TheAthleticNHL]

Join @JesseGranger_ , @domluszczyszyn and two time U.S. Olympian @dbackes42's live recap of the United States' 5-1 win over Latvia ⤵️

https://t.co/a0X7zXLYZS

[Jeff Domet 🇨🇦 @jeffdomet]

🎙️Post game reacts: @usahockey's dominance over Latvia at #MilanoCortinaOlympic2026 + Canada rolls over Czechia & Germany gets past Denmark.

An all new @TheAthletic Hockey Show with @JesseGranger_ & @domluszczyszyn with our special guest @dbackes42
⤵️

https://t.co/ZpswP3TTha

[David Backes @dbackes42]

It’s great seeing former teammates getting inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame. So deserved. If you love the game and this city, don’t miss watching it happen—special night for a special group. 💙🏒 #STLBlues #BluesHOF

[St. Louis Blues @StLouisBlues]

TONIGHT! Tune in to see the induction of Al Arbour, Barret Jackman and Alexander Steen into the Blues Hall of Fame presented by @firstcommunity, Monday at 8 p.m. on @MatrixMidwest or streaming 📺 #stlblues

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Huge thanks for every donation today $5, $50, $500 it all helps animals just like our foster dogs 🐶✨until midnight we are matching donations up to $12,000. Let’s double the impact and make lives better for animals across the country.
👉 https://t.co/XmuvBgfpvg

[David Backes @dbackes42]

RUN… yes, literally RUN… in your slippers, pajamas or whatever heroic ensemble you’re currently rocking. Shuffle those lightning-fast typing fingers over to Athletes for Animals 👉 https://t.co/NASH3ekrOI and launch a donation - we’re not picky! $1, $5, $20, $200, $2,000

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Imagine the impact of a $1 donation collectively? Today is GivingTuesday & if just half of my followers donated $1 we’d raise a staggering $50k for shelter pets and save more lives. Please donate and share. Tag me & I will match the first $12K - let’s go! https://t.co/NASH3ejTZa

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Today is #RememberMeThursday and every shelter pet deserves a chance at love. Let’s #ShineALight on adoption and help pets find their forever homes! Post a pic of your pet & share to help us amplify this international effort! https://t.co/f4irQSSriT

[David Backes @dbackes42]

We have been busy over at Athletes for Animals! We need your support now more than ever. How about you skip the $10 latte this week and donate it to the dogs! https://t.co/NASH3ejTZa

[Athletes For Animals @A4A_org]

Curious what goes on behind the scenes? Visit our website and check this out to learn more about all 99 shelters and rescue groups that were our 2025 grant recipients! https://t.co/5mg16fmgz2

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Be sure to tune into the 2025 Stanley Pup! @NHLNetwork @truTV @Sportsnet @petcolove

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Falling into the weekend like….. 💦
Happy Friday ya’ll 🤠 stay safe out there

[David Backes @dbackes42]

The 2025 Humane Awards with @HWAC Thank you for the incredible honor!

[Athletes For Animals @A4A_org]

As we close out 2024 we are grateful for your continued support & belief in our mission! Please consider us in your year-end giving and help us begin 2025 strong with your $25 donation. Click here to join us and help change more lives in the New Year! https://t.co/t6wBdlnGkX

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Today you are encouraged to support charities across the globe. Every single dollar that @A4A_org receives will support lifesaving efforts for homeless shelter pets this holiday season. Please consider a gift of $5, $15 or $50 today! Your donation matters: https://t.co/NASH3ejTZa

[Athletes For Animals @A4A_org]

It’s #GivingTuesday2024 - this year, give the gift that helps save lives. Your donation will help us further our mission of reaching more animals in need and granting lifesaving funds for programs across our country. Please consider a gift today: https://t.co/t6wBdln8vp

[David Backes @dbackes42]

For the last decade, we have been luminaries for #RememberMeThursday This year we share our story a little differently ❤️‍🩹 Please visit our @A4A_org FB page to read more about our story on pet adoption and how we chose to #ShineALight https://t.co/BcRpsu4XNE

[David Backes @dbackes42]

@A4A_org @GoldenKnights @NHLPA Congratulations to - NORMAN OSAKI - you are the winner of our jersey raffle!

[Athletes For Animals @A4A_org]

@GoldenKnights https://t.co/F7gE5iwpfy

[David Backes @dbackes42]

Only 48 hrs remain to enter for a chance to win an autographed jersey by 2x Stanley Cup Champ Alex Pietrangelo of @GoldenKnights - For every $7 donation to @A4A_org gets a chance to win! 100% of the proceeds benefit animals in need! https://t.co/icydDtyB9H