DASF ProgramCommunity Grants
DASF seeks to support animal welfare initiatives in the community that address pet wellness and homelessness.
In partnership with Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP), DASF Community Grants help provide low-cost spay and neuter services and low-cost vaccination clinics with free rabies vaccines for Denton area pets. Almost 500 pets have been served!
DASF has granted funds to purchase Kevlar vests for K-9 dogs at the Denton County Sheriff’s Department. Additionally, DASF provided funding to local rescue groups handling the care of Denton dogs seized from hoarders.
Paws & Stripes
In partnership with the Denton County Veterans Service Office, DASF provides assistance to pets of veterans and first responders. DASF believes the enduring bond humans share with animals has the power to reduce suffering, mitigate loneliness, improve mental well-being, and bridge the gap between ourselves and others. For our veterans, these benefits are especially important to help ease the transition into civilian life. Serving these local heroes is a priority for DASF. Whether it’s their family dog, emotional support animal, or service animal, DASF is dedicated to ensure these pets get the veterinary care they need.
Pets of Those Experiencing Homelessness
DASF believes that everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status, has the right to the joy of having a companion animal. We know the unconditional love and security a pet can bring to a person’s life and we believe every pet deserves not to be hungry or suffer from an illness or injury. If you are, or are at risk of, experiencing homelessness and need help caring for your pet, we can help.
We work with Giving Hope/Grace Like Rain, Denton Animal Services, the City of Denton Police and the City of Denton Homeless Programs Coordinator, to ensure that pets and people stay together and are provided for.
“Evidence shows that animal companionship is fortifying and contributes to the emotional well-being of people experiencing homelessness, including encouraging owners to obtain sobriety, leave abusive relationships, and avoid incarceration.”
— National Alliance to End Homelessness
Do You Want to Help Pets in Need?
There are many ways to support DASF’s mission to save more Denton animals:
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Make a General Donation
Your one-time or semi-frequent donation will help maintain a safe place for abused, injured, and homeless pets in our community.
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Become a Monthly Paw Patron
Monthly donations provide us with a source of recurring support for our lifesaving programs. Learn more about this program.
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Donate to the Shelter Endowment Fund
Endowment donations create a permanent source of ongoing support for the shelter via distributions from investment/interest earnings on the Fund’s accumulated donations.