One Tail at a Time, based in Chicago, IL, was in a tough spot. Their shelter partners were quickly filling to capacity and were asking for help. At the same time, they were experiencing a drop in new fosters and foster placements due to vacations, returning to work and other factors. “With scheduled transports and our commitment to our… Learn More

Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Register for the latest Maddie’s® Candid Conversation with Akisha Townsend Eaton Join us Tuesday, September 14 for an open, informal 30-minute conversation and Q+A with Akisha Townsend Eaton, an attorney at the Animal Legal Defense Fund. The chat will begin at 12n Pacific… Learn More

Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Learn more about open adoptions with these Maddie’s University courses With the Open Arms Challenge starting in November, we wanted to give you a little head start.  We’ve put together two brand new courses on Maddie’s® University — Dog Adoptions: Eliminating Roadblocks… Learn More

Join us Tuesday, September 14 for an open, informal 30-minute conversation and Q+A with Akisha Townsend Eaton, an attorney at the Animal Legal Defense Fund. The chat will begin at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern. In this discussion with Maddie’s Fund Executive Leadership Team member Mary Ippoliti-Smith, Akisha shares her story from multiple angles. She speaks of… Learn More

This blog post originally ran in early 2020. With the Open Arms Challenge starting in November, we wanted to give you a little head start.  We’ve put together two brand new courses on Maddie’s University® — Dog Adoptions: Eliminating Roadblocks to Positive Outcomes and Open Cat Adoptions: Keep Them Moving, Get Them Home. We suggest taking them both, even… Learn More

Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. LAST CHANCE to register for the Open Arms Challenge! This Challenge is all about opening our hearts and minds to more accessible and inclusive practices. With $200,000 in grant prizes available and the support of 15 organizations, we’d say this Challenge… Learn More

Have you registered for the Open Arms Challenge yet? Registration is now open and will close on Monday, August 30. With 15 national organizations collaborating, a chance at $200,000 in grant prizes and lots of guidance along the way, this may be the most impactful challenge yet! This Challenge is all about opening our hearts… Learn More

Did you know that approximately 36% of animals entering animal shelters come in under the intake type called “owner surrender?” This presents a huge opportunity for animal shelters to avoid animals coming into the shelter, by helping pet owners rehome their pets without having to surrender them. According to the Human Animal Support Services Toolkit on Supported… Learn More

Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Register NOW for the Open Arms Challenge! This Challenge is all about opening our hearts and minds to more accessible and inclusive practices. With $200,000 in grant prizes available and the support of 15 organizations, we’d say this Challenge may be… Learn More

With the Open Arms Challenge registration just around the corner (August 23!), we want to make sure you have what you need to succeed. With six areas of focus, the possibilities are nearly endless. With these resources and the Huddles (coming in October!), we think you will be well-equipped to determine the direction your organization… Learn More