How you can help Pawz for Thought?
We rely entirely on volunteers and public support to continue to our vital work. Additionally, fostering animals, assisting with fundraising events, or offering transportation services are invaluable ways to help us.
Financial contributions are also crucial; you can donate directly through this website or participate in fundraising activities. Spreading awareness by sharing our mission on social media platforms further greatly extends our reach.
You can also help by volunteering at our charity shop located at 170 Fulwell Road, Sunderland, from Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Donations of saleable goods such as books, clothing, and bric-a-brac are always appreciated to support our fundraising efforts. Every effort, big or small, aids in rescuing and rehoming animals in need across the North East.
Volunteering
Volunteering at Pawz for Thought in Sunderland is a fantastic way to support animals in need while making a meaningful difference in the community. Whether you can spare a few hours or commit long-term, your help is invaluable. Volunteers assist in various ways, including working in the charity shop, volunteering your time at our rescue centre, or supporting fundraising events. The charity shop, located on Fulwell Road, welcomes donations of saleable goods like clothing, books, and homeware.
Animal lovers can also contribute by helping transport animals, or sharing their skills to raise awareness on social media. Every effort helps Pawz for Thought rescue and rehome animals, ensuring they receive the care and love they deserve.
Please see below a list of all of our volunteering positions.
Corporate Volunteering Days
Experience the rewarding work of animal care by joining a taster day at Pawz for Thought in Sunderland! Taster days provide an excellent opportunity to see firsthand how we rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. Whether you’re considering volunteering, fostering, or simply want to learn more, these sessions offer a hands-on introduction to our vital work.
You can explore our charity shop on Fulwell Road, assist with daily operations, or meet some of the adorable animals awaiting their forever homes. It’s a fantastic way to contribute while discovering the joy of helping animals.
For details about upcoming taster days, contact us on smallpawzforthought@gmail.com or call 0191 580 8880
Fundraising & Events
Animals are never cheap! To cover our considerable annual outgoings fundraising is always an on-going activity. Ideas are always evolving and enhanced by the individual ideas and activities of our supporters. Our charity shop is the foundation for each month’s income. If you would like to become involved in this aspect of the charity please contact us on smallpawzforthought@gmail.com
or call 0191 580 8880
Each year there is a diary of regional events where we will always take a stall doing both education and fundraising.
You will also meet us at many of the smaller events. Often these more local events are instigated by individuals e.g. a spring clean taken to a car boot, or table top sale, a tombola, a stall at the village fair, a raffle etc… With the proceeds going to charity. Some of our young supporters often become involved and think of some very imaginative ideas e.g bake sales and Santa Pawz at Christmas was a brilliant idea.
Sponsorship
More and more people are joining in to support Pawz for Thought by taking part in sponsored events. Whether it’s entering larger events like the Great North Run or organizing personal challenges, these efforts make a significant difference in helping animals in need. Many participants choose to raise funds through our JustGiving page, which makes collecting and managing donations simple and stress-free.
Whatever activity you choose, we are incredibly grateful for your dedication and support. Your fundraising efforts help us continue our vital work rescuing and rehoming animals. To show our appreciation, we’d love to feature your story! If you send us a high-resolution picture along with a brief account of your fundraising activities, we’ll proudly showcase it on our news page. Please email your fundraising details here.
Thank you so much for your generosity, time, and enthusiasm. Together, we are making a real difference, and we couldn’t do it without amazing supporters like you!
Donations
Paypal Monthly Subscription
Support Pawz for Thought by setting up a monthly PayPal donation, helping rescue and care for animals in need!
Online Donations
If you would like to make and online donation you can do so via the links below to either our Just Giving Page, Charitable giving page, CAF page, or Paypal Donate.
Do you shop online? Would you consider doing it through easy fund raising? It costs you nothing and the charity will receive a donation for each purchase you make. Click on the Easy Fundraising button bellow and follow the instructions and you will be prompted every time you contact a participating retailer.
Working to help animals throughout
the North East. Reg Charity No: 1103331
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