Reading Tails
The Reading Tails Program is a program designed to assist children in developing and improving their reading skills while also helping the WAHS shelter cats by providing socialization and human interaction.
- Available to children 6-12 years old
- Parent/Guardian is required to accompany the Reading Tails Member
- On-site & Virtual Experiences on select Tuesdays-Saturdays
- Reading Tails Members have the opportunity to read to the adoptable cats of the WAHS during their session
- On-site & Virtual Sessions are 30 minutes long
- Bring your favorite book from home or borrow one from our Community Room to read to one of the WAHS cats
WAHS Junior Ambassador
Do you have a child that loves animals and wants to support the Washington Area Humane Society? Become a WAHS Junior Ambassador today! This membership is a great opportunity for children to learn about proper animal care, safe handling, respect for animals, and more! As a WAHS Junior Ambassador, your child will help promote kindness, compassion, and empathy for all animals.
Included
- WAHS Junior Ambassador Certificate
- Educational programs
- Meet & greet with an adoptable animal
- Name an adoptable animal
- Quarterly service projects
Perks of Becoming a WAHS Junior Ambassador
- One FREE Cat Yoga Class (Available to children 9 years & older)
- Discounted WAHS Birthday Party (Hosted anytime throughout the year)
- Member Online Portal
Birthday Parties
Host your PARTY ANIMAL’S birthday at the Washington Area Humane Society!
Limited availability on Saturdays in May through September
WAHS Junior Ambassadors receive a discounted rate and can host a birthday party anytime throughout the year!
To schedule or for questions, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@washingtonpashelter.org
PURPLE PACKAGE
Included
- 2 hour party under the WAHS Pavilion
- Tour of the WAHS
- 1 animal themed activity (View activity choices below)
- Visit from an adoptable animal
- Opportunity to name an adoptable animal
- Digital invite
- Tableware
- Tablecloths
- Water
Cost
- $300 donation for a party with 10 children & 2 adults
- $10 donation for each additional party guest (WAHS can accommodate up to 20 children per party)
- A $100 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking and applied to your balance.
SILVER PACKAGE
Included
- 2 hour party under the WAHS Pavilion
- Tour of the WAHS
- 1 animal themed activity (View activity choices below)
- Visit from an adoptable animal
- Opportunity to name an adoptable animal
- Treat bag for each party guest
- WAHS T-shirt for the Party Animal
- Digital invite
- Tableware
- Tablecloths
- Water
Cost
- $400 donation for a party with 15 children & 2 adults
- $10 donation for each additional party guest (WAHS can accommodate up to 20 children per party)
- A $100 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking and applied to your balance.
GOLD PACKAGE
Included
- 2 hour party under the WAHS Pavilion
- Tour of the WAHS
- 2 animal themed activities (View activity choices below)
- Visit from an adoptable animal
- Opportunity to name an adoptable animal
- Treat bag for each party guest
- WAHS T-shirt for the Party Animal
- Digital invite
- Tableware
- Tablecloths
- Water
Cost
- $500 donation for a party with 15 children & 2 adults
- $10 donation for each additional party guest (WAHS can accommodate up to 20 children per party)
- A $100 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking and applied to your balance.
ACTIVITY CHOICES
- Animal bingo
- Make cat toys
- Decorate dog bandanas
- Stuff kongs
Add an additonal activity to your party package for a $50 additional charge.
Field Trips & Tours
Do you have a group that is passionate about animals? During this half-hour long field trip or tour, your group will learn more about the Washington Area Humane Society, go on a behind the scenes tour of the WAHS, and meet an adoptable animal.
To schedule or for questions, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@washingtonpashelter.org