Get HIP. Join the Hand in Paw Kids Club!
The Hand in Paw Kids Club is for children ages 6-11, who love animals and want to create a better, more compassionate future for humans and animals alike. The club is a great opportunity for children to learn about proper animal care, safe handling, respect for both wild and domesticated animals, and more! The club promotes kindness, compassion and empathy for all animals and living creatures.
FUN EDUCATIONAL KIDS EVENTS
SUMMER CAMPS
FIELD TRIPS
HAND-ON ANIMAL INTERACTIONS
Kids events occur during the school year. Families can sign up for any event that sparks interest in their child. Events are either free or at a discounted fee for HIP members. Most events are held during the weekends or on Friday evenings. Additionally, during the summer and school breaks, HIP members will receive discounts for our numerous kid's camps.
Once signed up, each child will receive:
New Member packet and name badge
Biyearly calendar of events mailing
Email updates to stay informed on
upcoming HIP events and opportunitiesDiscounts on our school break and summer camps
Discounts on Birthday Paw-ties
Free members-only events and
discounts to many other kids eventsPrivate Facebook group
Activities include, but are not limited to:
Behind-the-scenes shelter tours
Movie and a Cuddle
Hand in Paw Learning Series
Special events about helping and caring for animals
Most programs include hands-on animal interactions!
Movie and a Cuddle
Hey kids! Grab your pillow, put on your jammies and cozy up to a Pet VIP Therapy and Visitation Dogs during HSSA’s Movie and a Cuddle!
Enjoy a kid-friendly movie while we serve up the pizza, plus we’ll have a craft and animal related game. Parents this is your opportunity for a date night, dinner with friends, or just getting some much needed R&R.
Movie and a Cuddle costs $35 per child aged 6-11 -or- $25 for Hand-in-Paw Kids Club Members.
Reservations must be made no later than two days before the event date.
For more information or questions, please contact Amy Faulk at afaulk@hssaz.org or call (520) 327-6088 ext. 171.
*NEW*
Add a punch card for the Paws & Pages Literacy Program to your Hand in Paw Membership! Hand in Paw Members have the added bonus of purchasing a 5 session punch card to our Paws & Pages Literacy Program. This program allows children the opportunity to improve their reading skills by reading to our shelter pets. More information can be found at www.HSSAZ.org/Read
Check out our upcoming HIP events
Humane Amigos Spring Break Camp – March 15th through March 18th, 9am to 4pm
HIP Humane Heroes After School Program – April 7th, 14th, & 21st, 4pm to 6pm
Hand in Paw FREE Family Friendly Ice Cream Social – April 24th, 2pm to 4pm
Movie & a Cuddle with Bedtime Stories – May 7th, 5pm – 9pm
JOINING IS EASY!
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Members are enrolled for one year from the date of payment. You will receive a membership packet from our Education Department upon first-time membership purchase.
For more information about Hand in Paw Kids Club memberships, contact Amy Faulk at 520-321-3704, ext. 171, or afaulk@hssaz.org
Thanks to our generous sponsors South West Gas FUEL for LIFE.
Scholarships and financial assistance available for all youth programs.
Please inquire by emailing afaulk@hssaz.org.