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The Paws & People Initiative is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that was started with one goal in mind: to keep pets with their people. The work is hard and the road is long, but the more people join us, the easier it gets.

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Upcoming Events

  • triangle barkitecture 2026

    Saturday, October 10, 2026

    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Barkitecture is a nonprofit design competition that brings designers and communities together to raise funds for animal rescues through pet architecture and community engagement.

    302 South Walker St, Cary, NC, 27511

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Our Paint Your Pet fundraiser is two weeks away! Come hang out with us and @victorialowryart on Friday, June 26th from 6:30pm-9:00pm at @editbeer to paint, drink, and fundraise for pets and people in our community. FAQs Do I have to be an artist
Reminder! This is a safe space for queer folks and their pets. Unfortunately, we are working against a system that is violent and oppressive towards LGBTQIA+ people, which means digging into community care and mutual aid is more important than ever.
Since we started our pet food pantry in March 2026, we have donated over 2,300 lbs of kibble and 400+ cans of wet food to help families and their pets. We couldn’t do any of this without your support! Our partner @tamfoodpantry told us that p
June is a super busy (and exciting) month for us! Here’s what’s on the calendar: 6/6 @bondbrosbeer 10th Anniversary Party 12pm - 6pm We will have the amazing @domestic_doodles with us and a raffle basket for you to win! 6/13 Summer mer
First community event in the books! ✅ met so many new friends ✅ painted some very cute dogs ✅ raised $400 ✅ networked with other incredible orgs Next weekend we’ll be popping up at Dog Daze in Cary. If you can’t come see us in person k