Good Boi Gallery Opened in Macon
A new pet photo exhibit at Ocmulgee Brewpub supports local animal rescues.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Good Boi Gallery has officially opened at Ocmulgee Brewpub, featuring a collection of over 70 pet photographs. The exhibit serves as a fundraising project for Abbey's Angels, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Middle Georgia animal rescue groups.
Why it matters
The gallery provides a creative way to generate consistent funding for local shelters while celebrating the pets of the Macon community. It builds on the mission of Abbey's Angels to sustain animal rescue operations through charitable donations.
Donors pay a $100 fee to display an 8-inch-by-8-inch pet photo on the brewery wall for one year. The nonprofit Abbey's Angels has collected $8,000 in total funds since July 2026.
The players
Abbey's Angels
This is a nonprofit organization established by Rene Corwine that functions as a support entity for animal rescue groups in the Middle Georgia region.
Rene Corwine
She is the founder of Abbey's Angels and a fitness instructor who launched the organization in memory of her late pet.
Ocmulgee Brewpub
This is a local establishment located at 484 Second St. in Macon that is hosting the pet photo gallery.
The details
Located at 484 Second St., the gallery invites participants to contribute $100 to have their pet's photo mounted in the brewpub. Ocmulgee Brewpub handles the printing and mounting of the images as part of the ongoing initiative.
Timeline
2020: Abbey passed away from pancreatic cancer.
July 2026: Rene Corwine founded the nonprofit Abbey's Angels.
August 2026: Abbey's Angels began operations.
October 2, 2026: The Good Boi Gallery officially opened.
Market Landscape
The exhibit represents a growing trend of local businesses integrating charitable fundraising into their physical retail space to drive community engagement. This initiative positions Ocmulgee Brewpub as a central hub for micro-philanthropy within the Macon downtown area.
Pet owners can participate by donating $100 to have their animal's photo featured in the public gallery for a full year. Additionally, patrons visiting the brewpub may contribute to the cause through supplementary donations like pet treat purchases.
The takeaway
Small-scale community donations provide a vital funding stream for local animal rescue organizations that often operate with limited resources. Participating in locally-focused charity programs helps strengthen community ties while directly impacting the welfare of rescued animals.
Further reading
For more information on charitable initiatives in the area, visit Macon Philanthropy.
More information
Learn more about the mission and how to donate at the Abbey's Angels organization website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Telegraph.
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