Our Mission

Our mission is to raise awareness and provide funding for pet cancer research, treatment and prevention programs. Through event programs and other Pink Paws for Life efforts we will lower – and eventually eradicate – the occurrence of pet cancer.

Programs geared to achieve our mission:

The Pink Paws for Life Walk Against Animal Cancer is a non-competitive canine
and human walk geared to raise awareness and funds for pet cancer research, resources and educational programs.

The Pretty in Pink Gala is a celebrity invited gala that raises contributions through silent auction and kennel fashion show.

The Pink Paws for Life Scholarship is a merit based scholarship given to one qualifying applicant each year.

Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must attend a middle school, high school or college and be enrolled in a full-time course of study. Applicants must submit an essay describing financial hardship and his/her experience with pet cancer.

Applicant must also commit to six hours of community service and participate in the Pink Paws for Life Walk.

January 15th is the application deadline for the next academic year. Forward all essays to essays@pinkpawsforlife.org