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01.29.2025

Help PAWS win the 2025 Shelter Showdown!


The Eagles aren’t the only team going for the win! PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society) is thrilled to be participating in the Shelter Showdown, a friendly fundraising competition among animal shelters from the cities of the final NFL teams vying for the Lombardi Trophy. PAWS will proudly represent Philadelphia and the Eagles and will be joined by Great Plains SPCA, representing the Kansas City Chiefs. Each group will rally its community, inspiring its team’s fan base to raise funds for local pets in need. While bragging rights are up for grabs, animals and pet owners in every community will be the ultimate winners.

Just like the Birds, we need your support to fly high. Thanks to the generosity of an Eagles-loving donor, PAWS has secured a $15,000 matching gift to catapult our Shelter Showdown campaign to first place! That means every dollar donated by Eagles fans will have DOUBLE the impact — helping us save more lives and provide essential care for homeless pets in Philly. Let’s make Philly proud and show the world that we’ve got the most passionate fans, on and off the field!

How You Can Help

Visit www.sheltershowdown.org to make your donation and help PAWS pull ahead in the Shelter Showdown! Every donation brings Philadelphia one step closer to victory, and most importantly, offers safety and care for the animals and people who depend on us. As the city’s largest rescue partner and provider of affordable veterinary care, PAWS saves and serves tens of thousands of at-risk cats, dogs, and small animals annually.

Frog (pictured below), a ten-year-old mixed breed, entered PAWS’ care when his owner passed away. Despite having arthritis, he loves playing fetch with his foster family and spending time with everyone he meets. By supporting PAWS in the Shelter Showdown, you’re ensuring countless other pets like Frog have access to medical care, support programs, and loving homes.

“Supporting PAWS in the Shelter Showdown brings together two of Philadelphia’s greatest passions. It’s the perfect opportunity to channel all this excitement and do a lot of good while we anticipate the big game,” says Melissa Levy, PAWS’ executive director. “We’re excited to be a part of the Shelter Showdown, joining fellow animal welfare groups in rival cities to save lives, bring our communities closer, and cheer on our teams. Go Birds! Go PAWS!” 

Make a lifesaving donation today by visiting our Shelter Showdown donation page here. Fly, PAWS, fly!