Pat’s Paws Teen “Trainor” Program

A service and mentoring program for 16- to 18-year-old high school students in honor of Patrick Trainor.

Donate in memory of Patrick Trainor

Learn more about the program below and download a full informational brochure.

Pat (at right) with Paws & Claws Club junior volunteers.

Who is the program for?

• Teens interested in helping homeless animals and doing a service to our community.
• Teens who enjoy working with others to make a difference.
• Teens who need to complete service hours for school or who just want to help.

What is the time commitment?

• 12 month membership starting March 2011
• Training: Information Session, 3-hour Basic Training, 2-hour Specific Training
• Volunteering: 2-4 hours monthly of in-shelter volunteering with the animals
• Service: Two group service projects with other Pat's Paws members

Benefits

• Work with animals and other teens who share your interests
• Service hours for school
• Patrick Trainor Award
  The Patrick Trainor Award will be given to the student who excels in the areas of service, mentoring, and attitude. The award will include recognition on a plaque displayed at IndyHumane, a shadow day opportunity with a veterinarian in the Indianapolis area, and a financial prize.

Become a Member of Pat's Paws

Call 317.872.5650 x106 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more info on how to get started and to request an application.

Applications are due by 2/25/11.

Program Components

Service

Pat's Paws members will participate in service projects to spread the word about IndyHumane and to raise funds for the thousands of animals IndyHumane cares for each year.

Mentoring

Pat's Paws members will act as mentors while working with young teens in IndyHumane's Paws & Claws Club, a camp for students 10-15 years old.

Membership

Memberships last for 12 months starting in March each year. Orientation and training hours can count toward total service hours.

Membership Fees

$50 due at orientations held in March.
*Partial scholarships are available for families experiencing financial hardship. Call 317.872.5650 x106 for more info. Fees go toward our scholarship fund, t-shirts, and other program expenses.

Patrick Trainor Award

The Patrick Trainor Award will be given to the student who excels in the areas of service, mentoring, and attitude. This award will include recognition on a plaque displayed at IndyHumane, a shadow day opportunity with a veterinarian in the Indianapolis area, and a financial prize.

If you have any questions, please contact Shawna Sims, Volunteer Coordinator: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 317.872.5650 x106