Report
Create a case with photos and location.
People for Animal Welfare
Connecting Animals in need with compassionate people nearby
Our Vision
To build a community-driven network where:
- no animal goes unseen
- help is always within reach
- compassion becomes collective action
Our Mission
PAW (People for Animal Welfare) exists to connect animals in need with people who care.
Across cities and communities, countless animals require help — from emergency medical attention to food, shelter, and protection. At the same time, there are millions of individuals willing to help, but without a simple way to find where they’re needed most.
PAW bridges that gap.
Our Belief
We believe:
- small actions matter
- community is powerful
- technology can amplify kindness
Our Responsibility
We are committed to:
- maintaining and improving platform safety
- reducing misuse
- protecting user data
- enabling responsible community participation
How PAW Works
Alert
Nearby users are notified when a new case appears in their area.
Coordinate
Community comments help coordinate around the case.
Why PAW?
Hyperlocal Impact
Help animals in your immediate surroundings.
Community Powered
Built on people who care — just like you.
Real-Time Updates
Stay informed about urgent cases and progress.
Flexible Ways to Help
No commitment required — help when you can, how you can.
Ways to Help with Cases
- Rescue injured animals
- Feed strays
- Provide temporary shelter
- Connect with Vets and NGOs
- Adopt animals
- Spread the word
Costs of running PAW
There are several costs to running the PAW app and platform, including and not limited to:
- Database and web content hosting services
- Location services
- Messaging services
Since PAW is a not-for-profit activity, frugality has been a key guiding factor. This forces trade-offs where simplicity overrides sophisticated user experiences to reduce cost.
We request your kind consideration and understanding.
Get Involved
Report cases, volunteer time on cases, and support local rescuers and animal welfare organizations.
Whether you can help once a month or every day, there is always a way to contribute.
PAW is built to enable people who care. Note that PAW is a technology platform that facilitates discovery and connections. We do not provide animal rescue, veterinary services, or direct intervention.