Check out the latest at Helping Paws! Click on each of the events listed below for more detailed information. If you have questions about any of the events, please contact Luis Ventura at lventura@helpingpaws.org.
Apr
Learn About Legacy And Planned Giving
Have you ever thought about the legacy you want to leave—and how Helping Paws could be part of that story?
Join us on April 9 at 6:30pm for a small, informal gathering with refreshments as we explore how individuals choose to create lasting impact through legacy gifts.
We know that many people first engage with legacy giving not as a financial decision, but as a reflection of their values, their families, and the causes that matter most to them. There’s no expectation or obligation—just an opportunity to listen, reflect, and learn. We’ll also touch on simple ways to give, including estate planning, donor-advised funds, and gifts of stock. Questions? Contact Katie Morris, Donor Associate (kmorris@helpingpaws.org)
Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2026
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: Helping Paws, Hemak Training Center,
6569 City W Pkwy, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
6:30 PM - Social hour with refreshments and Helping Paws dogs!
7 PM - Program with speakers - hear from a donor and a member of our finance committee
6569 City West Parkway, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
More Details To Come! Time TBD
3070 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Helping Paws Graduation 2026
Grab Your Tissues!
Join us for one of the most heartwarming events of the year as we celebrate the newest Helping Paws assistance dog teams. Graduation marks the end of an incredible training journey and the beginning of life-changing partnerships between people and their dogs.
Come witness these inspiring teams take the stage, hear their stories, and celebrate the volunteers, trainers, and supporters who made each partnership possible. It’s a joyful evening filled with proud moments, wagging tails, and a few happy tears.
Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Stages Theatre Company
1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343
Cupcakes will be served following the ceremony as we continue the celebration together.
RSVP Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1bXaQYxPvU/
1111 Mainstreet Hopkins, MN 55343
May
Tickets now on sale!
Tickets Team Registration Vendor Registration
Helping Paws is thrilled to host our Paws In Motion 5K and fundraiser on May 17, 2026, at Purgatory Creek Pavilion in Eden Prairie. Whether you wag, walk, roll, or run, there are long and short course options for all abilities. Bring your friends and family, form a team, and help raise funds to support life-changing assistance dogs.
Join a welcoming community of dog lovers and supporters who believe in the powerful bond between humans and dogs. Meet our service dogs, cheer on happy tails, and enjoy a morning spent moving your body for a great cause.
After the 5K, stick around for the celebration! The Pavilion area will feature food trucks, live music, arts and crafts vendors, and plenty of fun. Not participating in the 5K? No problem—there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get your Paws In Motion and be part of the impact!
13001 Technology Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Jul
More Details to come!
2800 Greenhaven Rd Anoka, MN 55303
Sep
Save The Date!
2100 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN 55425
