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.
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.
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Empty the Shelters!
2200 Riverwoods Rd, Riverwoods, IL, United States, Illinois 60015 Map
We’re excited to share that Orphans of the Storm is once again participating in #EmptytheShelters thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation!
From July 5th–July 19th, adoption fees for all pets 6 months and older will be just $70.
This lifesaving event gives more animals the chance to find loving homes — and we’re hoping this summer is the fresh start so many of our dogs and cats have been waiting for.
📍Visit us at our main shelter or our Hawthorn Mall Adoption Center to meet your future best friend.
Let’s empty some kennels and fill some homes!
To see all of our adoptable pets, head to www.orphansofthestorm.org/adopt
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Late Night Open Doors- Empty the Shelters Edition!
2200 Riverwoods Rd, Riverwoods, IL, United States, Illinois 60015 Map
**Our Late Night Open Doors: Empty the Shelters Edition is back... THIS FRIDAY!**
Need a little extra time to meet your future best friend? We've got you covered!
We'll be staying open until 6:00 PM this Friday, July 10th at our main shelter, giving you extra time to visit all of our wonderful adoptable dogs and cats during BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters event.
Enjoy some light sips and snacks while you browse, meet your potential new family member, and take advantage of $70 adoption fees for pets 6 months and older!
Whether you're ready to adopt or just starting your search, we'd love to see you Friday evening. Your perfect match might be waiting!
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Super Adoption Saturday Presented By PetSmart Charities
One day. Ten organizations. Hundreds of Animals. Unlimited love.
PetSmart Charities and the Chicagoland Humane Coalition are joining forces for the largest adoption event of the season - Super Adoption Saturday!
On Saturday, July 25, adoptable pets from all over Chicagoland are headed to PetSmart stores near you! As part of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week, local shelters and rescues are coming together for an all-out adoption day. With 10 participating organizations and hundreds of cats, dogs, and critters up for adoption, there’s no better time to meet your new BFF.
Thanks to support from PetSmart Charities, this collaborative event will help connect more adoptable animals with loving families across our communities.
🐶 100+ adoptable animals (dogs, cats, and critters!)
🐱 Multiple participating locations
🏡 One huge day dedicated to finding animals loving homes
From playful puppies and tiny kittens to goofy dogs, cuddly cats, and lovable little critters — we’ve got all kinds of personalities waiting to meet you. Your future best friend might be just around the corner.
📍 Saturday, July 25
⏰ 12–4 PM
📍 Participating PetSmart locations across Chicagoland
Mark yourself as GOING!
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2nd Annual Fore! The Love of Animals Golf Fundraiser
Royal Melbourne Country Club4700 Royal Melbourne DrLong Grove, IL60047-5217 Map
🏌️♂️ Fore! The Love of Animals – 2nd Annual Golf Outing 🐾
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!
📅 Monday, August 31
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 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!
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