4 Unexpected Ways To Get Involved (And 4 Cool Miamians Who Do!)
We've filled up your schedules with the best brunches, parties, and even places to day drink, but we’re more than just it boozing it up in the Magic City, people. We’re introducing you to four Miami do-gooders that have their plates — and hearts — full in a different way. We’ve scoped out the deets on their organizations and scoured some pointers on how you can involved, too. So, trade in that happy hour cocktail for a leash, swing by a thrift store, and make some art for a cause — it’s time to show the world that Miamians are just as generous as we are fun.
Jen Ford, Paws 4 You
What do you do at Paws 4 You?
"I am a volunteer and in charge of all the marketing for the Rescue."
How did you get started with the organization?
"I began volunteering at Paws 4 You Rescue shortly after Carol Caridad created it. I was interested in saving a dog at Miami-Dade Animal Services, and it was recommended that I work with Carol since that was her main objective."
What’s a typical day for you on the job?
"There is no typical day for me, but I check the website, Facebook, and Twitter pages to keep the information fresh. I also coordinate vet visits with foster families, work on fundraising ideas, make decisions with the board on various topics and update current medical files into a database for easy access — all while I work as a media planner and buyer."
How can locals get involved with Paws 4 You?
"The organization always needs volunteers for our weekly adoption events, quarterly fundraising initiatives and paperwork/administrative work."
Paws 4 You, No address, 786-242-RESQ. paws4you.org
Photo: Courtesy of Paws 4 You
Jen Ford, Paws 4 You
What do you do at Paws 4 You?
"I am a volunteer and in charge of all the marketing for the Rescue."
How did you get started with the organization?
"I began volunteering at Paws 4 You Rescue shortly after Carol Caridad created it. I was interested in saving a dog at Miami-Dade Animal Services, and it was recommended that I work with Carol since that was her main objective."
What’s a typical day for you on the job?
"There is no typical day for me, but I check the website, Facebook, and Twitter pages to keep the information fresh. I also coordinate vet visits with foster families, work on fundraising ideas, make decisions with the board on various topics and update current medical files into a database for easy access — all while I work as a media planner and buyer."
How can locals get involved with Paws 4 You?
"The organization always needs volunteers for our weekly adoption events, quarterly fundraising initiatives and paperwork/administrative work."
Paws 4 You, No address, 786-242-RESQ. paws4you.org
Photo: Courtesy of Paws 4 You
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