Approved $20,000/yr x 3 years June 2026 for general operating support from Partners Fund. Hand2Paw provides a safe and supportive work environment for youth, ages 15-24, who are experiencing housing insecurity or in foster care, as a means of building resilience, compassion, and connection with people, animals, and the community. Hand2Paw provides paid internships working with homeless animals that enhance social-emotional learning, job preparedness and healing.