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Pawsitive Friendships

Pawsitive Friendships enhances the lives of individuals with special needs through innovative animal-assisted therapy, fostering connections and promoting emotional well-being for participants and their families.

For years, families have asked when farm therapy animals would be available beyond one region of the Valley. Pawsitive Steps Forward is our answer. Violet and Rufus are the first part of our commitment to expand access and bring farm therapy animals directly into schools and adult day programs across Maricopa County. Violet and Rufus have already brought so much personality to our organization. Soon, they will help create meaningful moments for the individuals we serve&mdash;especially those who may be fearful of or allergic to dogs, or who have never experienced a horse or donkey up close. Your gift will help us continue training Violet and Rufus as they prepare to make a pawsitive impact in our partnered facilities.&nbsp;

For years, families have asked when farm therapy animals would be available beyond one region of the Valley. Pawsitive Steps Forward is our answer. Violet and Rufus are the first part of our commitment to expand access and bring farm therapy animals directly into schools and adult day programs across Maricopa County.Violet and Rufus have already brought so much personality to our organization. Soon, they will help create meaningful moments for the individuals we serve—especially those who may be fearful of or allergic to dogs, or who have never experienced a horse or donkey up close.Your gift will help us continue training Violet and Rufus as they prepare to make a pawsitive impact in our partnered facilities.

Pawsitive Steps Forward

Help us fundraise and start the school year off strong! For a limited time, each $40 donation will receive a free limited-edition Pawsitive Friendships x State Forty Eight t-shirt while supplies last. Your support helps us bring meaningful therapy pet programs to children and adults with special needs. 💙🐾 Don&#39;t see your size? Contact us to be added to a special order form: info@PawsitiveFriendships.org

Help us fundraise and start the school year off strong! For a limited time, each $40 donation will receive a free limited-edition Pawsitive Friendships x State Forty Eight t-shirt while supplies last. Your support helps us bring meaningful therapy pet programs to children and adults with special needs. 💙🐾Don't see your size? Contact us to be added to a special order form: info@PawsitiveFriendships.org

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