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:
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 info@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 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.
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Clear the Shelters
2200 Riverwoods Rd, Riverwoods, IL, United States, Illinois 60015 Map
๐จ **Clear the Shelters is here!** ๐จ
We're excited to once again join NBCUniversal's Clear the Shelters, the nationwide adopt and donate campaign that has helped more than 1.3 million pets find loving homes since 2015.
Beginning August 1 through the end of the month, we'll be celebrating with dozens of incredible, adoptable dogs and cats who are ready to find the families they've been waiting for.
๐พ Meet amazing adoptable pets
๐พ Find your newest family member
๐พ Give a homeless animal the fresh start they deserve
๐๐ซ๐๐๐ง๐๐ก๐ ๐จ๐ฃ๐๐๐ง๐! ๐ง๐ต๐ฎ๐ป๐ธ๐ ๐๐ผ ๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฎ๐ป๐ผ๐ป๐๐บ๐ผ๐๐ ๐ฑ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐ฟ, ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ผ๐ฝ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ณ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ ๐ท๐๐๐ $๐ณ๐ฑ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ฒ ๐บ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ต๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ผ๐น๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐๐ผ ๐๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐๐ด๐๐๐ (๐ด/๐ฎ๐ฎ, ๐ด/๐ฎ๐ฏ, ๐ด/๐ฎ๐ต, ๐ด/๐ฏ๐ฌ).... See MoreSee Less
Shop for a Cause at J.McLaughlin | Benefiting Orphans of the Storm
J.McLaughlin (Lake Forest)261 Market SquareLake Forest, IL60045 Map
Shopping + supporting shelter pets? We’re in!
Join us at J.McLaughlin in Lake Forest for a special afternoon of shopping in support of Orphans of the Storm!
๐ Wednesday, August 26
โฐ 1:00–2:30 PM
๐ J.McLaughlin
261 Market Square, Lake Forest, IL
This special event is a perfect excuse to do a little shopping while giving back. 10% of sales during the event will benefit Orphans of the Storm and the pets in our care.
Grab a friend, stop by, shop your favorites, and help make a difference for animals waiting for homes.
We hope to see you there!... See MoreSee Less
Dog Foster Program-Orientation/Open House
Hawthorn Mall122 Hawthorn CenterVernon Hills, IL60061 Map
Have you ever thought about fostering a dog but weren’t sure where to start? Join us for our Dog Foster Program Orientation and learn how you can help give a shelter dog a break, a place to decompress, and the chance to thrive in a home environment!
Our foster team will walk you through how the program works, what to expect as a foster, the support and supplies we provide, and how we work with you to find a foster dog who is a good fit for your home.
Whether you’re ready to foster right away or simply want to learn more, we’d love to have you!
๐ Saturday, August 29th
โฐ 6 PM
๐ Orphans of the Storm Hawthorn Mall Adoption Center
122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills (upper level next to Macy’s)
There’s no commitment required just for attending — come meet our team, ask questions, and learn how opening your home to a foster dog can make a lifesaving difference.
We provide the supplies and support. You provide the temporary home and love.... See MoreSee Less
2nd Annual Fore! The Love of Animals Golf Fundraiser
Royal Melbourne Country Club4700 Royal Melbourne DrLong Grove, IL60047-5217 Map
SOLD OUT! Tickets still available for Dinner! ๐๏ธโ๏ธ Fore! The Love of Animals – 2nd Annual Golf Outing ๐พ
Our 2nd annual outing is back—and better than ever! Join us for a day on the course, all in support of the pets in our care!
๐ Monday, August 31
โฐ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
๐ Royal Melbourne Golf Course
Enjoy 18 holes at this stunning, members-only course while making a meaningful impact for animals in need.
Your 2-Golfer Package Includes:
-18 holes of golf with cart for two golfers
-Golf bag service
-Coffee service
-Locker room amenities
-Practice area with range balls
-Professional scoring
-On-course game management
-Boxed lunch
-BBQ dinner
Not a golfer? Join us for dinner and a fabulous silent auction—no clubs required!
Tee off “Fore! The Love of Animals” and help us change lives, one pet at a time!
To purchase your tickets, head to: events.readysetauction.com/orphansstorm/golf2026... See MoreSee Less
Pet-Palooza at Gurnee Place
Gurnee Place Memory Care505 N. Hunt Club RdGurnee, IL60031 Map
Join us at Gurnee Place for a fun-filled, FREE afternoon celebrating pets and supporting the animals at Orphans of the Storm!
๐ Thursday, September 10th
โฐ 4:00–6:00 PM
๐ Gurnee Place Memory Care
505 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee
Come meet adoptable animals from Orphans of the Storm, browse unique pet products from local vendors, enter to win raffle prizes, and spend the afternoon with fellow animal lovers.
We’ll also be collecting much-needed supplies for the shelter! Donations of wet dog and cat food, soft treats, KONG toys, heavy-duty dog toys, slip leads, laundry detergent, bleach, and paper towels are especially appreciated.
Whether you’re looking to adopt, shop, donate, or simply enjoy some time with adorable animals, there’s something for everyone!
A huge thank you to Gurnee Place for hosting this event and supporting our shelter pets.
Please RSVP to Ally:
๐ 224-457-5710
โ๏ธ adunskis@gurneeplace.com... See MoreSee Less