Make a Difference, One Fundraiser at a Time
From mitzvah projects and bake sales to runs, walks, and bike rides, your fundraiser can have a real impact. No matter the size or style, your efforts help bring the comfort and healing of emotional support animals, therapy dogs, and facility dogs to young people across the country. When our community comes together, creativity and compassion turn into life-changing support—every fundraiser counts.
Ready to get started? Choose your idea, gather some friends, and make a difference today!
Fundraise for Paws for Patrick
You can support Paws for Patrick in any way that reflects your passion, interests, or community. A few ideas to get you started:
Host a bake sale (human or dog treats!) near home, work or school
Share our swag store to raise awareness and outfit friends and family in cool gear!
Run a race and fundraise for each miles to benefit Paws for Patrick
Plan a mahjong or game night with your friends or club
Organize a dog wash or pet-themed event
Create bracelets, art, or crafts and donate the proceeds
Celebrate a birthday or milestone by asking for donations in lieu of gifts
Start a workplace or classroom challenge to raise funds together
If you can dream it, you can turn it into support for young people and their mental health.
Why Fundraising Matters
When you choose Paws for Patrick as your cause, you’re helping:
Provide emotional support animals to young people who need comfort and connection
Bring therapy dog teams into schools, mental health facilities, and community spaces
Sustain our mission to improve the mental health of young people through the comfort and connection of support animals
Your fundraiser fuels real change and helps us reach even more young people across the country. We’re here to support you every step of the way- with logos, flyers, creative ideas, and guidance for social media.
Mitzvahs Made Easy
Our goal is to ensure that creating a Mitzvah Project benefitting Paws for Patrick is a fun, easy, and meaningful experience for you and your family. In order to set you up for success, Paws for Patrick provides all of the essential tools you'll need to reach your goal.
All Mitzvah Projects receive…A customizable PDF flyer and this handy toolkit filled with tons of unique ways to promote your Mitzvah Project.
Want to create your own materials? Download the Paws for Patrick logo to use on posters, flyers, social media posts, etc.
Get Social: Tag @PawsforPatrick, send videos or photos to be featured on Paws for Patrick social media channels.
Contact us with any questions, comments, or concerns.
