2022 HERO Awards
2022-03-05 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Phoenix) | Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, 4949 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ, 85253, United States
It is our greatest hope that you will join us for our 19th Annual HERO Awards on March 5, 2022, at the Omni Montelucia Resort & Spa!
Take a life-saving leap with us and attend this magical evening celebrating animal and human heroes alike all in the name of improving (and saving) the lives of both people and pets in our community. We invite you to attend our dinner and cocktail event, and together we can share in the astounding resilience and heroism of this year’s human and pet honorees.
Date: March 5, 2022
5:30 – 7:00 PM – Registration, silent auction, and cocktails
7:00 – 9:30 PM – Dinner and program
Location: Omni Montelucia Resort & Spa
Attire: Formal

If you’ve ever loved a pet, you know the comfort, joy, and healing they provide. We believe those benefits should be available to all.
Your support and attendance of this fundraiser help our community’s most vulnerable residents—including veterans, the elderly, domestic violence victims, and the homeless—with basic care for them and their beloved pets.
Our revolutionary programs have impacted over 150,000 pets and the people who need them most. Together, we will help even more. Join us to make the 19th Annual HERO Awards our best yet!

Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor

Tail Wagger Sponsor

Pet Partner Sponsors

More event info soon!

Emcee: Ian Schwartz (CBS 5 This Morning Meteorologist)

2022 Arizona Gives Day
2022-04-05 12:00 - 2022-04-06 12:00
What is Arizona Gives Day?
The Arizona Pet Project is one of the more than 700 nonprofits expected to participate in Arizona Gives Day on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.
https://www.azgives.org/azpetproject
Arizona Gives Day is an online fundraising initiative that unites residents across our state to support organizations making a difference in our communities! When you make your Arizona Gives Day donation to The Arizona Pet Project, you are improving (and saving) the lives of pets and the people who love them!

Does The Arizona Pet Project have a fundraising goal for Arizona Gives Day?
Yes! This year, our fundraising goal for Arizona Gives Day is $5,000.
$5,000 will fund an entire month of services at The Arizona Pet Project’s resource center — the first of its kind in the Valley!
The Arizona Pet Project Community Resource Center, staffed by The Arizona Pet Project’s veterinary social workers and volunteers, connects pet-owning families with human and animal services. Staff on-site at the resource center answer questions and distribute supplies and assistance – all in an inclusive, welcoming, and bilingual space.

Does The Arizona Pet Project have a Donation Match for Arizona Gives Day?
Yes! We are THRILLED to announce that one of our generous donors has agreed to a match goal of up to $5,000 for this year’s Arizona Gives Day! Meaning, one of our anonymous donors has agreed to match every donation dollar for dollar up to $5,000!
That means, if you donate $100 on Arizona Gives Day, our anonymous donor will match your donation and our organization will receive $200 instead of $100! This means if our community raises $5,000 on Arizona Gives Day, our donor will match that and we’ll receive $10,000 to support pets in need! INCREDIBLE!!
You’ll have to act fast though if you want to double your impact! This match goal only applies for donations that are made starting at midnight on Arizona Gives Day! This year, Arizona Gives Day is taking place on April 5. Every single donation we receive between April 5 and 6 will count towards our match goal. We only have a 24 hours window to meet our $5,000 match goal! After you have made your donation, be sure to spread the news with your friends and family to help increase your impact even further!

Click here to donate and help us reach our $5,0000 match goal! Double your impact today!

Want to get involved in another way?
You can even start your very own Arizona Gives Day fundraiser for The Arizona Pet Project to share with your friends and family. Follow the steps below:

Visit https://www.azgives.org/azpetproject
Click “Create a Fundraiser”
Personalize your Fundraising Page (through NeonRaise)
Save and Publish
Check your email–you should receive your personal fundraiser link. Share this with your friends and family to raise money for The Arizona Pet Project on Arizona Gives Day!

You have an incredible impact on our community when you support The Arizona Pet Project and our new resource center! Thank you for your commitment to supporting Arizona families and their pets!

Cinco de Mayo with Luchadores and Pets
2022-05-05 16:00 - 18:00 | The Arizona Pet Project Resource Center, 7227 S Central Ave, Phoenix, 85041, United States
How would you like a photo of YOUR pet with a Luchador?
Come down to The Arizona Pet Project Resource Center on Cinco de Mayo to celebrate Luchadores y Mascotas!
Bring your pet with you on May 5 between 4-6 pm to our resource center in South Phoenix for your chance to pose with not 1, but 4 Luchadores (professional wrestlers) visiting from Mexico! Then, after our event, we invite you to keep the party going with the Luchadores for dinner at Taco Chelo!

Date: Thursday, May 5
Time: 4-6 PM
Location: 7227 S Central Ave #1065, Phoenix AZ 85042 (Central & Baseline, in the Food City complex)

Well-behaved pets are encouraged to attend! We recommend bringing 1-2 of your furry family members with you for this fun photo opportunity. Please ensure your pet is on a leash or in a carrier.

We are SO excited to partner with the Arizona State University Art Museum to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this event to help them kick off their “Lucha Libre: Beyond the Arenas” exhibit opening this Fall at ASU Art Museum!
Can’t make it to our event? Not to worry! The ASU Art Museum will also be hosting an event on May 5 from 12-2 pm for autograph signings, selfies with a Luchador, delicious drinks from Futuro coffee, and recent art exhibitions! See more details about their event on this flyer here!

Arthur Murray Dance Studio Fundraiser to Benefit The Arizona Pet Project
2022-06-10 17:30 - 21:00 | Arthur Murray Dance Studio Scottsdale, 7835 E Redfield Rd Ste 206, Scottsdale, Arizona, 85260, United States
You’re invited Friday, June 10, to our dance fundraiser!
Put on your dancing shoes, feel the rhythm, and enjoy a fun evening with us at Arthur Murray Dance Studio Scottsdale all in the name of supporting families and saving pets in crisis.

Date: Friday, June 10
Time: 5:30 pm-9 pm
Location: Arthur Murray Scottsdale at 7835 E Redfield Rd, Ste 206 Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Ticket Price: $100 (purchase at the door, or call Arthur Murray Scottsdale to purchase in advance)
Dancers of all ages are welcome!!
This dance event is open to anyone and everyone!

Dancers, dance and music enthusiasts, and people who might just want to see what social dancing is all about and help raise money for The Arizona Pet Project to support families and pets in need in our community.
All types of partner dancing will be held at this event! During this fundraiser, you can expect to enjoy social dances like the country two-step, swing, salsa, bachata, tango, foxtrot, and even group line dancing!
Along with your admission, your ticket will also include: beverage, hors d’oeuvres, and dessert during the event!
In addition, everyone who attends the event will receive a FREE dance lesson through Arthur Murray Scottsdale which they can schedule following the event!

Buffalo Exchange’s Tokens for Bags® to Benefit The Arizona Pet Project
2022-07-01 - 2022-12-31 | Buffalo Exchange Tempe, 227 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
The Arizona Pet Project is happy to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program at their Tempe location from July through December 2022.
You can now donate to The Arizona Pet Project just by shopping at Buffalo Exchange in Tempe. Instead of a plastic bag, the Tokens for Bags® program offers every customer who purchases one “token” valued at five cents (the cost to produce a bag) to donate to one of several local charities selected by the store.
Every six months, Buffalo Exchange chooses new organizations for their Tokens for Bags® program that are local to their stores that support their communities. They have locations around the United States with several Buffalo Exchange stores in Arizona, and we’re thrilled that their Tempe location has chosen to support The Arizona Pet Project for the remainder of the year! The Tokens for Bags® program has generated over $893,860 for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations since 1994 and has saved over 17.87 million plastic bags from landfills.
We hope you’ll join us in shopping at Buffalo Exchange to help support families and pets in need all while keeping plastic bags out of landfills! That’s a win-win! 🐾

Visit The Arizona Pet Project Ofrenda
2022-10-04 - 2022-10-31 | The Arizona Pet Project Resource Center, 7227 S Central Ave, Phoenix, 85041, United States
Join us this month at The Arizona Pet Project resource center to celebrate the life of your pet family members by bringing offerings to our ofrenda!
The Arizona Pet Project team has assembled an ofrenda (i.e. an altar) for our community to come together at our community resource center to share and celebrate our love for our pets. This El Día de Los Muertos celebration helps us honor beloved pets in our lives who have passed and show how much they continue to be a part of our family.
We invite you to bring a photo or offering for the beloved pets in your life who have passed to our resource center in South Phoenix.
RSVP by sending us an email at info@azpetproject.org, or by giving us a call at (602) 882-8627.
Location: The Arizona Pet Project Resource Center 7227 S Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85041

Fundraising Dinner at Kaizen on November 7
2022-11-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Kaizen, 515 East Grant Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
You’re invited to join us on November 7 at Kaizen!
We’re very excited to invite you to join us on November 7 for a pet-friendly fundraising dinner at Kaizen!
Enjoy meticulously crafted, chef-driven sushi and omakase dishes all while raising critical funds to support families and save pets!
There will be 2 dinner reservation slots for you to attend depending on what works best for you! RSVP for either our 5:00 PM dinner or our 7:30 PM dinner. Reservations are $90 per person. Every ticket for this fundraising dinner raises critical funds to support Arizona families and pets in need! We hope to see you there!!
Tap here to save your seat and make your reservation. Can’t attend the event but still want to participate?
Now through October 31, 2022, when you visit Kaizen and order their featured cocktail, “Howlin for a Buzz,” a portion of the proceeds with benefit The Arizona Pet Project! The handcrafted, “Howlin for a Buzz” signature drink features Titos vodka, liquid alchemist, passionfruit, pineapple juice, lime, campari, and decorated with an electric dust rim!
Tap here to see Kaizen hours of operation and be sure to try the Howlin for a Buzz signature drink before time runs out!!
Questions about the event? Send us an email: danielv@azpetproject.org

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Help Us Reach Our $5,000 Match Goal for GivingTuesday This Year!
2022-11-09 08:00 - 2022-11-30 17:00
Click here to donate to our GivingTuesday match goal!

What is GivingTuesday?
GivingTuesday is a global day of generosity that will take place on November 29, 2022. This single day in November is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of radical generosity to transform communities around the world, including right here in our community in Arizona!
GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past ten years, this idea has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity with their favorite organizations–organizations like The Arizona Pet Project!

The Arizona Pet Project’s $5,000 Match Goal for GivingTuesday
We are THRILLED to announce that one of our generous donors has agreed to match every donation dollar for dollar up to $5,000 between now and GivingTuesday!
That means, if you donate $100 to our GivingTuesday fundraiser, our anonymous donor will match your donation and our organization will receive $200 instead of $100! This means if our community raises $5,000 on GivingTuesday, our donor will match that and we’ll receive $10,000 to support families and pets in need! INCREDIBLE!
Every single donation we receive between now and November 30, 2022, will count towards our match goal. After you have made your donation, be sure to spread the news with your friends and family to help increase your impact even further!

Tap here to join our GivingTuesday fundraiser!

How can I get involved?
You can participate in GivingTuesday this year by making a donation and helping The Arizona Pet Project reach our match goal!

Do I need to make a donation or start a fundraiser to get involved?
No! In fact, if you cannot make a donation, we encourage you to start your own fundraiser on Facebook!
Want to start a Facebook fundraiser and raise funding for The Arizona Pet Project community programs? Click here to start your very own Facebook fundraiser for The Arizona Pet Project!
Share with the people you care about the reasons you support our mission to keep pets out of shelters and with their families who love them, our shelter intervention program, or our free community clinics that provide families with free surgeries, medications, and pet vaccines! The more people who know about the important work that we do, the bigger our reach we have so we can help even MORE people and the pets they love!
You can also let them know that we have a match goal of $5,000 on GivingTuesday this year and that if they make a donation it will be matched by one of our anonymous donors so their donation will have DOUBLE the impact!

The Arizona Pet Project @ Human Services Campus' Homeless Outreach Event
2023-02-16 08:00 - 15:00 | Salvation Army Northwest Valley 17420 Avenue of the Arts” Surprise, AZ 85378, Salvation Army Northwest Valley, Surprise, AZ, 85378, United States
Human Services Campus hosts Project Connect, a traveling resource fair, designed for community outreach to address and end homelessness across Arizona.
The Arizona Pet Project will be one of many organizations attending the Project Connect event on February 16, 2023, offering pet supplies on-site.
February 16, 2023, from 8 am – 3 pm
Salvation Army Northwest Valley
17420 Avenue of the Arts
Surprise, AZ 85378
Learn more about the event and the services available: flyer in English, flyer in Spanish

The 20th Annual HERO Awards
2023-03-04 17:30 - 21:30 | Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, 4949 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ, 85253, United States
The 20th Annual HERO Awards on March 4, 2023

Event Details
It is our greatest hope that you will join us for our 20th Annual HERO Awards on March 4, 2023, at the Omni Montelucia Resort & Spa!
Take a life-saving leap with us and attend this magical evening celebrating animal and human heroes alike all in the name of improving (and saving) the lives of both people and pets in our community. We invite you to attend our dinner and cocktail event, and together we can share in the astounding resilience and heroism of this year’s human and pet honorees.
The 20th Annual HERO Awards is presented by Lulu’s Fund!
Do you know a cat or dog deserving of a HERO Award you’d like to nominate? Fill out the HERO Award Nominations form.
Date: March 4, 2023
5:30 – 7:00 PM – Registration, silent auction, and cocktails
7:00 – 9:30 PM – Dinner and program
Location: Omni Montelucia Resort & Spa
Attire: Formal
How You Make an Impact
If you’ve ever loved a pet, you know the comfort, joy, and healing they provide. We believe those benefits should be available to all.
Your support and attendance of this fundraiser help our community’s most vulnerable residents—including veterans, the elderly, domestic violence victims, and the homeless—with basic care for them and their beloved pets.
Our revolutionary programs have impacted over 150,000 pets and the people who need them most. Together, we will help even more. Join us to make the 20th Annual HERO Awards our best yet!

Emcee: Ian Schwartz

Keynote Speakers: Diaz Dixon

Keynote Speakers: Vincent Medley

Honorary HERO Chairs: Chris and Lori Harder

Please join us in congratulating Chris and Lori Harder as this year’s Honorary HERO Chairs! Each year, The Arizona Pet Project selects honorary event chairs based on prominent community members who support our mission and play a key role in ensuring the success of our event.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor:

Top Dog:

Tail Wagger:

Pack Leader:

Pet Partners:

More event info coming soon!

2023 Arizona Gives Day
2023-04-04
What is Arizona Gives Day?
The Arizona Pet Project is one of the more than 700 nonprofits expected to participate in Arizona Gives Day on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.
https://www.azgives.org/azpetproject
Arizona Gives Day is an online fundraising initiative that unites residents across our state to support organizations making a difference in our communities! When you donate to The Arizona Pet Project’s Arizona Gives Day fundraiser, you are improving (and saving) the lives of pets and the people who love them!

Does The Arizona Pet Project have a fundraising goal for Arizona Gives Day?
Yes! This year, our fundraising goal for Arizona Gives Day is $5,000.
$5,000 will fund an entire month of services at The Arizona Pet Project’s resource center — the first of its kind in the Valley!
The Arizona Pet Project Community Resource Center, staffed by The Arizona Pet Project’s veterinary social workers and volunteers, connects pet-owning families with human and animal services. Staff on-site at the resource center answer questions and distribute supplies and assistance – all in an inclusive, welcoming, and bilingual space.

Does The Arizona Pet Project have a Donation Match for Arizona Gives Day?
Yes! We are THRILLED to announce that one of our generous donors has agreed to a match goal of up to $5,000 for this year’s Arizona Gives Day! One of our anonymous donors has agreed to match every donation dollar for dollar up to $5,000!
That means if you donate $100 on Arizona Gives Day, our anonymous donor will match your donation, and our organization will receive $200 instead of $100! If our community raises $5,000 on Arizona Gives Day, our donor will match that, and we’ll receive $10,000 to support needy pets! INCREDIBLE!!
You’ll have to act fast if you want to double your impact! This match goal only applies to donations starting at midnight on Arizona Gives Day! This year, Arizona Gives Day is taking place on April 5. Every donation we receive between April 5 and 6 will count towards our match goal. We only have a 24-hour window to meet our $5,000 match goal! After you donate, spread the news with your friends and family to help increase your impact even further!

Click here to donate and help us reach our $5,0000 match goal! Double your impact today!

Want to get involved in another way?
You can even start your very own Arizona Gives Day fundraiser for The Arizona Pet Project to share with your friends and family. Follow the steps below:

Visit https://www.azgives.org/azpetproject
Click “Create a Fundraiser”
Personalize your Fundraising Page (through NeonRaise)
Save and Publish
Check your email–you should receive your personal fundraiser link. Share this with your friends and family to raise money for The Arizona Pet Project on Arizona Gives Day!

You have an incredible impact on our community when you support The Arizona Pet Project and our resource center! Thank you for your commitment to supporting Arizona families and their pets!

The 3rd Annual Desert Duck Derby
2023-05-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Heidi’s Village, 600 North 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85008, United States
You’re invited to the Desert Duck Derby!
The Arizona Pet Project, Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, and Heidi’s Village have come together to raise funds to save the lives of dogs and cats in our community. We are hosting our 3rd annual Desert Duck Derby, presented by Lulu’s Fund, to allow you the chance to ‘adopt’ a rubber duck for an adoptable dog to pluck! Supporters are adopting rubber ducks to help raise critical funds to support families and save pets in our community.
Join us at Heidi’s Village on May 21st from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm for some family fun activities, food, music, and so much more!

If your duck is plucked, you can win great prizes like a trip to Mexico or $500 cash!!

Duck Adoptions: Now through May 21 at https://www.duckrace.com/phoenix/
Event Time: May 21st from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Event Location: Heidi’s Village, located at 600 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, 85008
The winning ducks will be ‘plucked’ via raffle drawing at the event! You do not need to attend the event to win, but we hope you’ll join us at Heidi’s Village for some food, fun, and family-friendly carnival games!

Join us in supporting our community, helping people and families, and saving pets!
Visit https://www.duckrace.com/phoenix/ for more info!

Indoor Yard Sale Fundraiser with Lidia Salazar of @everyday_home
2023-08-20 10:00 - 14:00 | The Arizona Pet Project Resource Center, 7227 S Central Ave, Phoenix, 85041, United States
We’re delighted to invite you to an indoor yard sale at The Arizona Pet Project’s resource center in South Phoenix on Sunday, August 20, from 10 am until 2 pm!
Lidia Salazar, better known online to over 500,000 of her followers as @everyday_home, is a home decor and lifestyle influencer in Phoenix. She has a great passion for helping people and pets and is a huge supporter of The Arizona Pet Project and the lifesaving work we do together as a community!
Lidia says, “As a huge animal lover, I’m truly touched by the work The Arizona Project does to support animals and their humans.”
As a home decor influencer, Lidia has a surplus of new and gently used home decor items, including but not limited to furniture, vases, pillows, bedding, coffee table books, and dinnerware. She has graciously donated these chic, home decor items and will sell them at this indoor yard sale on August 20 at The Arizona Pet Project Resource Center to raise funds for our lifesaving work!
Event FAQ:

When: Sunday, August 20, from 10 am until 2 pm
Where: The Arizona Pet Project Resource Center located at 7227 S Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85042
What Kinds of Items: Both new and gently used furniture, vases, pillows, bedding, coffee table books, dinnerware, and more!
How to Buy Items: Bring cash, or Venmo directly to The Arizona Pet Project

All proceeds from this indoor yard sale will benefit The Arizona Pet Project! We thank Lidia for donating these items and making this indoor yard sale possible!

Follow Lidia Salazar, @everyday_home, on her socials!

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everyday_homedecor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyday_home

Passé for Pets: Dance Benefiting The Arizona Pet Project
2023-09-22 19:00 - 23:00 | NRG Ballroom, NRG Ballroom 931 E Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ, 85284, United States
You’re invited to “Passé for Pets!”
We hope you will join us on September 22, 2023, for a dance event at NRG Ballroom benefiting The Arizona Pet Project’s lifesaving services, keeping Arizona’s pets happy, healthy, and out of shelters!

Event FAQ:

When: September 22, 2023, from 7-11 p.m.
Where: NRG Ballroom 931 E Elliot Rd Tempe, AZ 85284
Tickets: Available for purchase at the door

$15 – Doors open at 7 p.m. The $15 ticket includes dance lessons and the social dance starting at 8:30 p.m.
$10 – Doors open at 8:30 p.m. The $10 ticket includes the social dance.
$5 for students

And don’t let the event name fool you–while some folks know how to do a “passé” in dance, you do NOT need to be a trained dancer to enjoy this event! Starting at 7 p.m., there will be beginner dance lessons for event attendees to join, and an intermediate lesson will begin at 7:45 p.m. No need for a dance lesson? Starting at 8:30 p.m., you can join us when the social dance kicks off, and you can tango the night away while supporting families and saving pets with us!
Flying solo? The friendly faces of the NRG Ballroom staff are ready to spin, twirl, and lead you and ensure no one has to dance alone (unless you want to!)
50% of all event proceeds will go to The Arizona Pet Project’s lifesaving services to support families and pets across our great state of Arizona!

Cookware for Companions: A Pampered Chef Party for The Arizona Pet Project
2023-11-17 08:00 - 2023-12-16 17:00
Shop Pampered Chef and support The Arizona Pet Project now through December 16th! 🍴🎁
Shop our Pampered Chef Party Online to finish your holiday shopping list, all while supporting families and saving pets with us! Every purchase through our online Pampered Chef party will help fund our intervention and prevention programs that keep loved pets out of shelters and with the families who love them!
Shop the party online now through December 16th!
HINT: If you want to guarantee shipment in time for Christmas, you’ll want to shop before December 8th!
If our community shopping total exceeds $650, our organization receives 15% of all sales!!
Every item you purchase at our party adds up and helps us toward our $650 goal! Shop the party, and then share it with your friends and family using our party link here!

Purses for Paws: Online Designer Purse Auction Benefiting The Arizona Pet Project
2023-12-07 - 2023-12-13
We invite you to join us for “Purse for Paws,” our online luxury purse auction!
All of the proceeds from this online purse auction will help pets and their families this holiday season through The Arizona Pet Project’s lifesaving programs!
You can see all of the bags that are up for auction online here: https://one.bidpal.net/purseforpaws2023/welcome
If you have someone left on your holiday shopping list, this could be the purrrrfect gift! Give someone the gift of fashion, and with that handbag, they can carry it every day knowing that this handbag supported families and their pets when they needed it most!

For the Love of Dogs: Pictures in the Park with your Pup
2024-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Chaparral Park – by the lake (5401 N Hayden Road Scottsdale, AZ 85250), 5401 N Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ, 85250, United States
Say Cheese! 📸 🐾 Saturday, February 17, you’re invited to get FREE professional photos with your furry friends! Tap here to RSVP on Eventbrite!
Join the Arizona Inspired Living Real Estate Collective for the perfect Saturday morning with light bites, coffee, and professional pictures with your pup, all while supporting The Arizona Pet Project!
When: Saturday, February 17, from 10 am until 12 pm
Where: Chaparral Park – by the lake (5401 N Hayden Road Scottsdale, AZ 85250)
How: RSVP for the event on Eventbrite here
Guests attending this FREE event are encouraged to help clear items off The Arizona Pet Project’s wishlist! Please visit our Amazon wishlist by tapping here!

Our friends at Inspiring Living Real Estate Collective are hosting “For the Love of Dogs: Pictures in the Park with Your Pup” at Chaparral Dog Park on February 17 from 10 am to 12 pm! Bring along family members or friends who might also enjoy this wonderful FREE event!
“At the Inspired Living Real Estate Collective, we value our relationships with our clients and continue to make relationships with our neighbors and community members! What better way to share our gratitude and bring everyone together than by sharing a fun-filled morning of light bites, coffee, great conversations, and an opportunity to get a free professional photo with your furry friends! We are committed to fostering a vibrant community and providing an atmosphere where meaningful connections can be forged.”

Whether you can stop by for five minutes to grab a quick picture or stay and chat, we look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact Inspired Living Real Estate Collective. Tap here to visit their website and see their contact information.
As part of their commitment to making a positive difference in our community, Arizona Inspired Living Real Estate Collective is raising funds and hosting a donation drive for The Arizona Pet Project!
RSVP on Eventbrite!

Guests attending this FREE event are encouraged to help clear items off The Arizona Pet Project’s wishlist! Please visit our Amazon wishlist by tapping here!

The 21st Annual HERO Awards
2024-03-02 17:00 - 21:30 | Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, 4949 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ, 85253, United States
The 21st Annual HERO Awards on March 2, 2024

Event Details
It is our greatest hope that you will join us for our 21st Annual HERO Awards on March 2, 2024, at the Omni Montelucia Resort & Spa presented by Lulu’s Fund!
Take a life-saving leap with us and attend this magical evening celebrating animal and human heroes alike all in the name of improving (and saving) the lives of both people and pets in our community. We invite you to attend our dinner and cocktail event, and together we can share in the astounding resilience and heroism of this year’s human and pet honorees.
Date: March 2, 2024
5:30 – 7:00 PM – Registration, silent auction, and cocktails
7:00 – 9:30 PM – Dinner and program
Location: Omni Montelucia Resort & Spa
Attire: Formal
Tickets Now Sold Out!

How You Make an Impact
If you’ve ever loved a pet, you know the comfort, joy, and healing they provide. We believe those benefits should be available to all.
Your support and attendance of this fundraiser help our community’s most vulnerable residents—including veterans, the elderly, domestic violence victims, and the homeless—with basic care for them and their beloved pets.
Our revolutionary programs have impacted over 150,000 pets and the people who need them most. Together, we will help even more. Join us to make the 21st Annual HERO Awards our best yet!

Meet Our 2024 HERO Honorees:

Honorary HERO Chair:
John Holmberg

HERO Chairs:
Senator TJ Shope and Melissa Dus

Please join us in congratulating John Holmberg, along with Senator TJ Shope and Melissa Dus, as this year’s HERO Chairs! Each year, The Arizona Pet Project selects event chairs based on prominent community members who support our mission and play a key role in ensuring the success of our fundraiser.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor:

Top Dog:

Tail Waggers:

Pet Partners:

Special Mention:

More event info coming soon!

2024 Arizona Gives Day
2024-04-02
What is Arizona Gives Day?
The Arizona Pet Project is one of the more than 700 nonprofits expected to participate in Arizona Gives Day on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.
https://www.azgives.org/azpetproject
Arizona Gives Day is an online fundraising initiative that unites residents across our state to support organizations making a difference in our communities! When you donate to The Arizona Pet Project’s Arizona Gives Day fundraiser, you are improving (and saving) the lives of pets and the people who love them!

Does The Arizona Pet Project have a fundraising goal for Arizona Gives Day?
Yes! This year, our fundraising goal for Arizona Gives Day is $5,000.
$5,000 will fund an entire month of services at The Arizona Pet Project’s resource center — the first of its kind in the Valley!
The Arizona Pet Project Community Resource Center, staffed by The Arizona Pet Project’s veterinary social workers and volunteers, connects pet-owning families with human and animal services. Staff on-site at the resource center answer questions and distribute supplies and assistance – all in an inclusive, welcoming, and bilingual space.

Does The Arizona Pet Project have a Donation Match for Arizona Gives Day?
Yes! We are THRILLED to announce that one of our generous donors, Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund, has agreed to a match goal of up to $5,000 for this year’s Arizona Gives Day! They have agreed to match every donation dollar for dollar up to $5,000!
That means if you donate $100 on Arizona Gives Day, Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund will match your donation, and our organization will receive $200 instead of $100! If our community raises $5,000 on Arizona Gives Day, the Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund will match that, and we’ll receive $10,000 to support needy pets! INCREDIBLE!!
You’ll have to act fast if you want to double your impact! This match goal only applies to donations starting at midnight on Arizona Gives Day! This year, Arizona Gives Day is taking place on April 2. Every donation we receive between April 1 and 2 will count towards our match goal. We only have a 24-hour window to meet our $5,000 match goal! After you donate, spread the news with your friends and family to help increase your impact even further!

Click here to donate and help us reach our $5,000 match goal! Double your impact today!

Want to get involved in another way?
You can even start your very own Arizona Gives Day fundraiser for The Arizona Pet Project to share with your friends and family. Follow the steps below:

Visit https://www.azgives.org/azpetproject
Click “Create a Fundraiser”
Personalize your Fundraising Page (through NeonRaise)
Save and Publish
Check your email–you should receive your personal fundraiser link. Share this with your friends and family to raise money for The Arizona Pet Project on Arizona Gives Day!

You have an incredible impact on our community when you support The Arizona Pet Project and our resource center! Thank you for your commitment to supporting Arizona families and their pets!

The Arizona Pet Project's PICKLEBALL PAWLOOZA! Supporting Families. Saving Pets.
2024-08-04 07:30 - 11:00 | Chicken N Pickle, 9330 W Hanna Ln, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
Join us for Pickleball PAWlooza on August 4!
The Arizona Pet Project’s Pickleball Tournament!

Ralley Up! The Arizona Pet Project invites you to join us on August 4th, 2024, from 7:30 AM to 11 AM at Chicken N Pickle Glendale for “Pickleball PAWlooza,” a charity pickleball tournament where all proceeds help support families and save pets.
Register as a team of two and bounce your way to the top prize! While enjoying the lovely indoor court atmosphere, you can indulge in a buffet and even bring your furry friend to cheer you on.
Tournament entry costs $75 per team of 2, or opt for the $100 tournament entry, AND you will enjoy lunch with us! Tap here to purchase tickets and join the tournament!

When:
August 4th from 7:30 am to 11 am
Where:
Chicken N Pickle Glendale
9330 W Hanna Ln, Glendale, AZ 85305
Event Schedule:

7:30 AM – Check-in
8-9:30 AM – 10-Minute Round-Robins
9:30-11 AM – Single Elimination Tournament

Purchase Tickets:

$75 for the tournament only
$100 for tournament and buffet included

Bring Your Dog to Dinner Event - AZPP X Kaizen
2024-09-06 17:00 - 21:30 | Kaizen, 515 East Grant Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Bring Your Dog to Dinner Event – AZPP X Kaizen
You are cordially invited to our Barks & Bites dinner event, “Bring Your Dog to Dinner,” a collaborative celebration hosted by Kaizen and The Arizona Pet Project! This evening will offer a unique dining experience focused on community and canine companionship!

Bring your dog to enjoy dinner with you!
Event Details:

When: Friday, September 6th

Where: Kaizen PHX (515 E Grant St #100, Phoenix, AZ 85004)

Menu Options:

Standard Menu: A diverse selection of delicious dishes.
Vegan Menu: Flavorful plant-based choices.
Doggie Menu: Special treats for your canine companions.

Animals Welcome: Feel free to bring your pets!

To review the menu options and book your reservation, please visit this website!

Seatings:

First Seating: 5:00 PM
Second Seating: 7:45 PM

We look forward to an enjoyable evening with you and your dog!

The 4th Annual Desert Duck Derby
2024-09-30 - 2024-11-15
You’re invited to the Desert Duck Derby!
The 4th Annual Desert Duck Derby will raise critical funds to keep pets with their loving families during times of hardship. We’re thrilled to partner with UMOM New Day Centers this year for the Desert Duck Derby!
Your support will help us ‘stay afloat’ and provide vital resources to loving pet families in need. 🌊🦆 So, join the quack-tastic fun, and let’s flock together! We’ll make some waves and deliver hope and resources to pet families in our community!
Adopt rubber ducks right now and help us provide vital resources to pet families facing hardship.
And if that’s not enough good reason to participate…a few lucky duck adopters will win QUACKTASTIC prizes!!! 🏆

Visit https://www.duckrace.com/phoenix to learn more and adopt your ducks today!

Rubber Duck Adoptions: Starting TODAY through November 15!
Duck Derby Date: November 15th
Location: Online via Live Stream! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to watch the ‘duck pluck’ and see if your duck wins!
Adoption Deadline: November 15th!

The Toasted Owl Cafe's Pet Supply Drive & Fundraiser
2024-11-16 | The Toasted Owl Cafe 12 S. Mike’s Pike, Flagstaff, AZ, 12 S. Mikes Pike, Flagstaff, 86001, United States
Join us on November 16th in Flagstaff at The Toasted Owl Cafe and help make a difference in the lives of pets and their families! We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with The Toasted Owl Cafe for a pet supply drive and fundraiser!
Dine with a Purpose:
On November 16th, enjoy a meal at The Toasted Owl Cafe’s Downtown Flagstaff location, and 15% of daily proceeds will support our mission! Get a Discount: Donate to the supply drive and receive 15% off your meal!
Event Details:

Date: Saturday, November 16th
Location: 12 S. Mike’s Pike, Flagstaff, AZ (Downtown Flagstaff Toasted Owl)
Time: All day!

How You Can Support:
Donate Pet Supplies At Any Location: Drop off essential items–both new and gently used–at any of The Toasted Owl Cafe’s three locations throughout November. Most needed supplies:

(New and Unopened) Wet and dry cat food
(New and Unopened) Treats
Harnesses (XS, S, M)
Collars (all sizes)
Leashes
Dog Beds
Blankets
Toys
Basket muzzles

Visit the Downtown Flagstaff Location on November 16th: Be sure to visit their Flagstaff location on November 16th to have 15% of your bill donated (at no extra cost to you) to support pet families in times of crisis!

Yoga to the Rescue Benefiting The Arizona Pet Project
2024-12-08 10:00 - 11:30 | Arizona Center in Downtown Phoenix, 455 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Hosted by Paws + Breath Yoga
Join us for a heartwarming morning of yoga, adoptable dogs, raffles, and refreshments as we raise vital funds for The Arizona Pet Project!
Event Details:

Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
Time: Starting at 10:00 am
Cost: $35 ($30 yoga fee, $5 processing fee)
Location: Arizona Center in Downtown Phoenix (455 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004)

Event Description:
Begin your day with a serene hour-long gentle flow yoga session amidst stunning palm trees at the beautiful Arizona Center, led by Paws + Breath Yoga. Before and after yoga, mingle with adorable adoptable dogs, indulge in refreshing treats, and participate in exciting raffles with awesome prizes! Plus, shop merchandise that supports rescue dogs.
Supporting a Great Cause:
The Arizona Pet Project works tirelessly to keep pets with their loving families by providing crucial services and resources to vulnerable community members and families in crisis, preventing unnecessary pet surrender.
Join the Movement! Register online now and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families!

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Buffalo Exchange’s Tokens for Bags® to Benefit The Arizona Pet Project
2025-01-01 - 2025-06-30 | Buffalo Exchange, 3450 N 7th St, Phoenix, 85014, United States
The Arizona Pet Project is happy to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program at their Midtown Phoenix location from January through June 2025!
You can now donate to The Arizona Pet Project just by shopping at Buffalo Exchange in Midtown Phoenix. Instead of a plastic bag, the Tokens for Bags® program offers every customer who purchases one “token” valued at five cents (the cost to produce a bag) to donate to one of several local charities selected by the store.
Every six months, Buffalo Exchange chooses new organizations for their Tokens for Bags® program that are local to their stores that support their communities. They have locations around the United States with several Buffalo Exchange stores in Arizona, and we’re thrilled that their Midtown location has chosen to support The Arizona Pet Project this year! The Tokens for Bags® program has generated over $962,840 for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations since 1994 and has saved over 19.25 million plastic bags from landfills.
We hope you’ll join us in shopping at Buffalo Exchange to help support families and pets in need, all while keeping plastic bags out of landfills! That’s a win-win! 🐾

The 22nd Annual HERO Awards
2025-03-01 17:30 - 21:30 | Chateau Luxe Event Venue, 1175 E Lone Cactus Dr, Phoenix, AZ, 85024
The 22nd Annual HERO Awards on March 1, 2025

Get Ready for One of the Best Nights of the Year!
We’re thrilled to invite you to The 22nd Annual HERO Awards hosted at the stunning Chateau Luxe, presented by Lulu’s Fund!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we come together to celebrate and make history! This year, we’re not only honoring our HERO winners but also commemorating 25 remarkable years of The Arizona Pet Project!
Gather your friends, family, and colleagues for a night filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and exciting prizes—including incredible travel experiences!

Date: March 1st, 2025

Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Chateau Luxe Event Venue
Attire: Formal
Together, let’s make a difference and enjoy an evening of celebration and giving back!

By attending, you’ll help us support our community’s most vulnerable residents and their beloved pets, keeping families united and preventing pets from ending up in shelters.
Let’s make this a night to remember as we celebrate our HEROes and the impactful work of The Arizona Pet Project. We can’t wait to see you there!

How You Make an Impact
If you’ve ever loved a pet, you know the comfort, joy, and healing they provide. We believe those benefits should be available to all.
Your support and attendance of this fundraiser help our community’s most vulnerable residents—including veterans, the elderly, domestic violence victims, and the homeless—with basic care for them and their beloved pets.
Our revolutionary programs have impacted over 165,000 pets and the people who need them most. Together, we will help even more. Join us to make the 22nd Annual HERO Awards our best yet!

Meet our 2025 HERO Honorees:

Keynote Speaker:
Mark Cushing, Founder and CEO of Animal Policy Group

HERO Chairs:
Senator TJ Shope and Melissa Dus

Please join us in congratulating Senator T.J. Shope and Melissa Dus, who are this year’s HERO Chairs! Each year, The Arizona Pet Project selects event chairs based on prominent community members who support our mission and play a key role in ensuring the success of our fundraiser.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor:

Tail Waggers:

Pet Partners:

Special Recognition:

More event info coming soon!
