Since 2011, we have led the effort to provide emergency funds that improve the lives of cats and dogs in need throughout minnesota.
Our past
Pause 4 Paws was established in 2011 with a mission of working to ensure that dogs and cats are treated with dignity and respect. Through 2019, Pause 4 Paws directly supported numerous animal rescues and sanctuaries in Minnesota as well as the rescue community in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Most animal rescues are small, volunteer-based community organizations that do not have staff available to spend time fundraising. P4P worked on behalf of these organizations and has distributed over $500,000 to these beneficiaries since our inception. In doing so, the rescues we supported have saved over 46,000 dogs and cats and spayed or neutered nearly 31,500 animals since 2011.
Our future
At the start of 2020, Pause 4 Paws reflected on previous years and created intentions to do more, help more, and recognize where we can be most effective. While we may continue to support our partners in the rescue community in some capacity, Pause 4 Paws will be focusing our fundraising efforts and directing funds to where they are needed most. Whether that be funding a spay/neuter clinic or covering necessary vet costs, the options are endless if we stay true to that mission. Our 100% volunteer-run organization takes pride in the work we do and maintaining complete transparency with the funds we raise. We are excited to share with you new initiatives, tools, and resources as we embark on this journey together.