When available, Pennies for PAWS may provide donated items such as:
- Dog and cat food
- Cat litter
- Treats and enrichment items
- Toys
- Leashes, collars, and harnesses
- Crates and carriers
- Cleaning and sanitation supplies
- Bedding, towels, and blankets
- Other donated pet-related supplies
Availability varies based on donations received and current inventory.
Subject to available funding, Pennies for PAWS may provide financial assistance for:
- Medical procedures that improve adoptability
- Spay/neuter services
- Vaccinations and preventive care
- Shelter improvement projects
- Animal enrichment initiatives
- Special programs benefiting shelter animals and the community
Funding requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are dependent upon available resources.
๐ Volunteer & Community Support
Pennies for PAWS may assist with:
- Shelter workdays
- Cleaning and organization projects
- Landscaping and beautification efforts
- Donation drives
- Fundraising campaigns
- Community outreach events
- Volunteer recruitment support
๐ Important Notes
- Assistance is not guaranteed and depends on available funding, donations, volunteer capacity, and alignment with our mission.
- Requests are reviewed individually and may be approved in whole, in part, or declined based on available resources.
- We encourage facilities to contact us as early as possible when assistance is needed, especially for larger projects or funding requests.
- While we strive to help as many organizations as possible, Pennies for PAWS is an all-volunteer organization with limited resources.
๐ค How to Request Assistance
Facilities seeking assistance should contact Pennies for PAWS via email or text with:
- A description of the need or project
- Estimated costs (if applicable)
- Desired timeline
- Contact information for the requesting agency
The more information provided, the better we can evaluate how to assist.

