I am excited to be able to participate in the first ever Trot for Tails Virtual 5K.  The quarantine 15 is real people, and I definitely need motivation to get out there and exercise.  What better motivation than the chance to also raise money for my favorite organization - The Evanston Animal Shelter.  Since this is a virtual 5K you can do it from anywhere, so I am forming a team called Pasenko's Pack and I would like to recruit as many friends as possible to join in the fun.  "Race Day" will take place during the week of August 10 through 16.  You can run, walk, bicycle, or paddle a canoe and you can do the entire race at once or split it up over several days.  We want you to have fun with it, and of course raise some money for the shelter by asking a few of your friends to sponsor you.  And did I mention you get a free bandana if you are among the first 100 to sign up?  So what are you waiting for.  Sign up, order your free bandana and join my team.  If you can, be the first to donate to your page, and if you don't want to participate in the 5K you can just donate some money!  See how flexible we are?  Spread the word on social media and don't forget to use use the hashtag #TrotOn.

*** The Trot for Tails Virtual 5k fundraiser has ended. Thank you for all of your support! ***

If you would like to make further donations, please go to our main donation site here: Make A Donation

OUR MISSION

We give companion animals the best chance at the life they deserve through rehabilitation, foster care, adoption and community support that keeps pets with the people who love them. 

We operate out of a 2800 square foot facility caring for an average of 650 animals per year. We are very proud of our 97% save rate. With a commitment to serving our socio-economically diverse community, our support programs expand our reach beyond this tiny footprint.

Our Pet Food and Supply Pantry has become even more important during this difficult time. We are currently providing more than 1,000 pounds of food weekly to owners in need. Rather than having to surrender a beloved pet, our Custodial Program offers animal care free-of-charge when people are facing a short-term housing crisis. Our Senior Safety Net Program helps seniors on a fixed income cover the costs of routine medical care for their pets.  

We cannot do this alone. That’s why we're asking you to join us as we continue to care for animals and people in our community. They need us now more than ever.

PARTICIPATION IS SIMPLE:

1. Donate directly here OR
2. Join the Trot and have fun! Create your own fundraising page. The first 100 participants receive a free Keep Calm and Trot On bandana
3. Reach out to your family & friends to virtually participate together
4. Run, walk, bicycle, blade or paddle. "Race Day" can take place any time you choose between August 10th and 16th
5. Post on social media, #TrotOn
   • Go to our store to purchase a bandana (first 100 registrants get 1 free bandana)

Have fun. Be safe. Support a great cause. All proceeds go to the Evanston Animal Shelter.