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 events@orphansofthestorm.org.
Upcoming events
There are so many ways you can get involved with Orphans of the Storm. Check out these upcoming events below:
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.ย
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 events@orphansofthestorm.org.
Corporate events
Weโre fortunate to have so many corporations near our shelter, and we welcome the opportunity to partner with you on your next corporate event. Whether itโs โCasual Fridayโ 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 โ 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 events@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 events@orphansofthestorm.org.
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Trivia Night!
2200 Riverwoods Rd, Riverwoods, IL, United States, Illinois 60015 Map
We're having our first-ever Trivia Night!
Get ready for a night of fun, food, and friendly competition—all for a great cause! ๐ ๐ค๐๐ฃ ๐ช๐จ ๐ค๐ฃ ๐๐ง๐๐๐๐ฎ, ๐๐๐ฎ 2๐ฃ๐, ๐๐ง๐ค๐ข 6:30-9:30 ๐ฅ.๐ข. ๐๐ฉ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ก'๐จ ๐๐ง๐๐ก๐ก & ๐๐๐ก๐๐ ๐ฝ๐๐ง ๐๐ฃ ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ for an exciting Trivia Night benefiting the dogs and cats at Orphans of the Storm!
Tickets: $50 per person
Sponsorship: $450 (includes 10 discounted tickets + reserved seating for your group)
Your ticket includes:
๐ฝ๏ธ A delicious buffet with vegetarian & vegan options
๐ Silent auction & raffles
๐นA cash bar
๐ Plus, attendees will receive an email when the auction opens!
Gather your team, test your trivia skills, and help us make a difference for animals in need. ๐๐ช๐ง๐ง๐ฎ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐ฉ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐ฉ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฉ๐จ ๐ฃ๐ค๐ฌ--- ๐ฉ๐๐๐ฎ'๐ง๐ ๐จ๐๐ก๐ก๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐จ๐ฉ! You can do so by going to: events.readysetauction.com/orphansstormanimalshelter/trivianight
Want to donate auction items? You can do so by heading to: events.readysetauction.com/orphansstormanimalshelter/trivianight/donate/item... See MoreSee Less
Volunteer Dog Walker Orientation
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: June 2nd 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/5a8448a3-29f9-4e89-a4f2-1d87dba15e50... See MoreSee Less
Kitten Yoga at MSI-Evanston
MSI Wellness Center
Get ready for the most adorable yoga session ever—kitten yoga! We're pairing up with MSI Wellness in Evanston on June 5th from 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM for a class filled with relaxation and the cutest furry companions you could imagine.
While regular yoga is great for your body, have you ever tried downward-dogging with a kitten by your side? These little furballs will be your zen partners for the day, bringing you both tranquility and laughter!
What’s even better? If you fall head over heels for one of these sweet kittens, they will be available for adoption! Come for the yoga, stay for the kittens… and maybe a new best friend!
What to expect:
-A guided yoga session filled with playful kittens and calming vibes.
-Plenty of opportunities to bond with our adorable little yogis.
-A fun way to stretch, de-stress, and bring joy into your life!
-Bring your own mat or use one of ours—just make sure you’re ready for some paws-itively zen moments!
Space is limited, and this event fills up quickly, so be sure to secure your spot! 100% of Proceeds Benefit Orphans of the Storm and donations are welcome!
MSI Wellness will be accepting donations to support our mission! Feel free to bring the following:
Cat litter or canned food
Toys and treats for cats
Cash donations (to help with medical and care costs)
Tickets: $25.00. This event is subject to change depending on kitten health and availability. To grab your ticket, head to: msi-healing.com/event/kitten-yoga-a-purr-fect-partnership-with-orphans-of-the-storm... See MoreSee Less