Community outreach

At Orphans of the Storm, we love partnering with our community by offering presentations, adoption events, and shelter tours, and by participating in a wide variety of community-focused events. We work with:

  • Schools
  • Businesses
  • Clubs
  • Religious organizations
  • Other charitable organizations

To partner with us, please email info@orphansofthestorm.org.

Upcoming events

There are so many ways you can get involved with Orphans of the Storm. Check out these upcoming events below:


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Hawthorn Mall New Volunteer Orientation

Hawthorn Mall New Volunteer Orientation

Jan 5, 6:30pm

Hawthorn Mall

We are always in need of volunteers at our Hawthorn Mall Adoption Showcase! There are so many different opportunities—from welcoming our guests, to handling adoptable dogs and/or cats, to assisting at our merchandise table, where we offer items in exchange for donations. You'll let supporters know that every dollar goes toward supporting the animals here at the shelter!
Come learn all about how you can help at this location!

To sign-up, you just need to create your volunteer account by going here: orphansofthestorm.volunteerhub.com/vv2/.

Once your account is created, you can sign-up by clicking this link: orphansofthestorm.volunteerhub.com/vv2/event/196f4976-d338-49b1-a045-d6a8392aa293
We can't wait to see you!
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Volunteer Dog Walker Orientation

Volunteer Dog Walker Orientation

Jan 6, 7:00pm

Hawthorn Mall

Are you a dog lover looking to make a difference? Become a volunteer dog walker at Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter! We are always in need of dedicated, dog-loving individuals who want to help give our shelter dogs the exercise, enrichment, and love they need while they wait for their forever homes.

No prior experience is needed—just a big heart and a love for dogs! Volunteers must be 18 years of age and older and able to commit to a minimum of 4 hours/month.

RSVP today for our next orientation and take your first step in making a pup’s day brighter!

Date/Time: November 11th at 7:00 PM

Location: Hawthorn Mall Adoption Showcase (located on the upper level, right next to Macy's)

To sign-up, head to:

orphansofthestorm.volunteerhub.com/vv2/event/aa765a09-60aa-4c31-b6b3-849a67f95b7e
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Presentations and shelter tours

We love partnering with our community to provide educational presentations tailored to your audience. Whether yours is a nonprofit gathering, school assembly, or rotary meeting, we have an appropriate presentation to introduce your group to our mission of helping homeless dogs and cats. 

We can host you onsite or bring our humane education program to your nonprofit club, school, Scout troop, or faith-based organization.

To schedule your presentation or tour, please contact us at info@orphansofthestorm.org.

Corporate events

We’re fortunate to have so many corporations near our shelter, and we welcome the opportunity to partner with you on your next corporate event. Whether it’s “Casual Friday” or a family day on your campus, we can customize an event to excite and engage your employees. It may be as simple as an information table staffed by knowledgeable volunteers – to a full-blown adoption event during lunch. We can also come to visit your company or town-sponsored charity fair.

To schedule a visit from one of our representatives, please contact us at info@orphansofthestorm.org.

Offsite adoption events

Getting our dogs and cats out into the community to meet potential adopters increases their chances of finding a home, while also helping to boost foot traffic at your event or small business. By incorporating a fundraiser, such as donation drives or a percentage of sales benefiting the shelter, you can engage the community, raise awareness, and provide vital support for our animals.

To schedule an adoption event, please contact us at info@orphansofthestorm.org.