Teen volunteer spending time with a shelter dog

Where Compassion Meets Action — Powered by Youth.

Paw Promise connects young leaders with local shelters to create real change for animals in need.

Our Impact

A snapshot of the difference our youth volunteers are making.

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Youth Volunteers Trained

Meet Aayush Bhasin

Aayush started Paw Promise after volunteering at a local shelter and seeing how much animals benefited from consistent human interaction — and how few young people had the opportunity to help. He founded Paw Promise to bridge that gap, creating structured pathways for teens to make a real difference in animal welfare while developing leadership skills along the way.

“Every animal deserves care and dignity — and every young person has the power to make that happen.”
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Active/Upcoming Programs

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Dog-Walking & Enrichment Program

Volunteers of all ages walk pets in the community — $15 per 30-minute walk, with all proceeds donated to Paw Promise and East Bay SPCA. Each hour walked counts as a volunteer hour.

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Donation Drive

Students design and run donation drives — collecting food, blankets, toys, and medical supplies for partner shelters.

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Ready to make a difference?

Join our volunteer community and help animals in need — no experience required.

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