NOVEMBER 8, 2026
Fall Adoption Fair
Meet adoptable dogs, connect with our youth program graduates, and enjoy a family-friendly afternoon in Detroit.
Detroit, MI
Southeast Michigan Nonprofit
Every Child Deserves Safety. Every Dog Deserves a Home.
Save the Kids and Dogs is a Southeast Michigan nonprofit uniting child welfare, youth programs, and animal rescue — because love for a child and love for a dog often live in the same heart.
847
KIDS SERVED
312
DOGS RESCUED
1,200+
VOLUNTEERS
6
YEARS STRONG
6YEARS OF IMPACT
Our Mission
Two crises. One community. One answer.
In Southeast Michigan, thousands of children face instability, neglect, and a lack of safe spaces — while hundreds of dogs sit in shelters waiting for a second chance. We believe these two problems share a solution: community. Our programs pair youth mentorship with animal rescue, creating healing for both kids and dogs who need it most.
Learn Our Story“The day my son met his foster dog, something changed in him. He started talking again.”
— Parent, Detroit program participant
Give Monthly
Your gift changes lives — every month
Recurring donors are the backbone of our programs. Choose a tier and see exactly where your dollars go.
$25/month
Community Friend
Free T-shirtShips after your 2nd monthly gift
Covers supplies for one youth mentorship session — art materials, books, and snacks for a child who needs a safe space.
MOST POPULAR
$50/month
Hope Builder
Free sweatshirtShips after your 2nd monthly gift
Funds one week of dog foster care and one youth program session — directly connecting a child with an animal in need.
$100/month
Change Maker
Free hoodie + beanieShips after your 2nd monthly gift
Sponsors a full month of programming for one child and covers veterinary care for one rescue dog from intake to adoption.
Volunteer
Show up. Make a difference.
No experience required.
Over 1,200 volunteers have given their time. Will you be next?
Youth Mentor
Spend time with kids in our after-school and weekend programs. No experience needed — just patience and heart.
4 hrs/weekDog Walker & Foster
Walk shelter dogs or open your home as a temporary foster family. Every walk and every night matters.
FlexibleEvent Helper
Help us run community fundraisers, adoption fairs, and youth events. Great for one-time or occasional volunteers.
Event-basedUpcoming Events
Come be part of something real.
NOVEMBER 22, 2026
Friendsgiving Fundraiser
A community dinner to celebrate our year and raise funds for winter programming. Tickets benefit the kids and dogs.
Ann Arbor, MI
DECEMBER 14, 2026
Holiday Dog Walk
Bring your dog (or walk one of ours!) through the neighborhood. Hot cocoa, holiday cheer, and good company.
Royal Oak, MI
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