Purchase tickets Join the Friends of Oakland Animal Services for a night of community and celebration at Duende in Uptown Oakland. Vegan tapas and sangria will be served, with other beer and wine options available. This grassroots, Oakland-centric event will feature a silent auction and raffle baskets from over 100 local artists, businesses, and makers. It will be a fun night! Can't make it … [Read more...] about Join FOAS for some “TA-PAWS” at Duende May 2
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Fourth Annual Bad Art was biggest and baddest yet!
This post has been long time in coming but given the 800+ portrait requests from our 2023 Bad Art Fundraiser, we hope you can forgive us that we're only now posting all the wonderfully bad and not-so-bad art. We extend our immense gratitude to all the donors who requested portraits of their beloved pets, our 350+ participating artists, and to the volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the … [Read more...] about Fourth Annual Bad Art was biggest and baddest yet!
Become a monthly donor!
By making a monthly gift to Friends of Oakland Animal Services, you are helping individual animals right here in Oakland, each and every day. But more than that, by pledging your monthly support, you are joining FOAS in our longterm, visionary commitment to transforming the way we provide care for animals in need. We believe every animal deserves care, dignity, and love. Please join us in … [Read more...] about Become a monthly donor!
Double your impact for Oakland’s neediest animals!
DOUBLE your impact for Oakland's neediest animals thanks to generous animal lovers who are providing a $75,000 match through the end of December! Oakland Animal Services set a new record this year, taking in over 7,000 animals while maintaining a live-release rate of over 90%. As intake continues to rise, Oakland’s animals need your support now more than ever. Your gift funds … [Read more...] about Double your impact for Oakland’s neediest animals!
Need holiday gifts? Shop FOAS and support Oakland’s animals!
In need of holiday gifts? Shop the Friends of Oakland Animals online stores and support Oakland's animals! All proceeds from our Threadless and Zazzle shops help to fund the life-saving programs at Oakland Animal Services! Shop FOAS Threadless Shop FOAS Zazzle … [Read more...] about Need holiday gifts? Shop FOAS and support Oakland’s animals!
Shop FOAS stores and support Oakland’s animals!
Shop the Friends of Oakland Animals online stores and support Oakland's animals! All proceeds from our Threadless and Zazzle shops help to fund the life-saving programs at Oakland Animal Services! Shop FOAS Threadless Shop FOAS Zazzle … [Read more...] about Shop FOAS stores and support Oakland’s animals!
Double your impact on Giving Tuesday!
By donating this month, you can make TWICE the impact for Oakland's neediest animals thanks to a generous donor who is providing a $50,000 Giving Tuesday match. Your Giving Tuesday donation will support life-saving programs at the shelter to ensure each animal receives the care they deserve to get a chance to find a home, health, and happiness. Oakland Animal Services is Oakland's only … [Read more...] about Double your impact on Giving Tuesday!
Bigger and Badder: Bad Art 4 is Here!
It's baaaaack!! Our most popular FUNdraiser is back for the fourth year in a row! It's that time of year when we gather marginally talented artists to create bad portraits of your four-legged companions. Since 2020, we've brought you over 1,600 *ahem* unique portraits of your pets! If you missed out, now's your chance. Or perhaps, you need to add to your collection of bad art. Whatever your … [Read more...] about Bigger and Badder: Bad Art 4 is Here!
Meet Jessica & Petey, the Mighty Cat
When cat foster, Jessica Ashooh, received a phone call from OAS last year about a cat who had been hit by a car and needed his leg amputated, she jumped at the chance to foster Petey and nurse him back to health! After being adopted, Petey is now permanently part of Jessica's family -- and boy is he living the high life. Jessica was recently on Jeopardy! and has graciously donated … [Read more...] about Meet Jessica & Petey, the Mighty Cat
A Look Back at What You Helped Make Possible in 2022
Download the PDF version here: 2022 Impact Report … [Read more...] about A Look Back at What You Helped Make Possible in 2022
FOAS’s First Annual Fundraising Gala: PawParazzi at the Pet Gala
Join us for an unforgettable night of celebration and fundraising in honor of Oakland’s animals. WHEN: Saturday, April 8th, 2023 from 6:30 to 9 pm. Registration and cocktail hour start at 5:30 pm. WANT TO ATTEND? REGISTER HERE CAN'T MAKE IT BUT STILL WANT TO SUPPORT? DONATE HERE WHERE: the beautiful Scottish Rite Center, 1547 Lakeside Drive, Oakland - link to map … [Read more...] about FOAS’s First Annual Fundraising Gala: PawParazzi at the Pet Gala
First Annual FOAS Gala — Mark Your Calendars!
Come join us for an unforgettable night of celebration and fundraising in honor of Oakland's animals. This fabulous event will be hosted at the beautiful Scottish Rite Center in Oakland, and we'll be offering you delicious local cuisine and cocktails. WHEN: Saturday, April 8th, 2023 from 6 to 9 pm (reception starts at 5 pm). Mark your calendars! Official invite and details … [Read more...] about First Annual FOAS Gala — Mark Your Calendars!
We reached our #GivingTuesday goal!
We're thrilled to share that we exceeded our $50k match challenge for Giving Tuesday! THANK YOU for helping us turn $50,000 into over $100,000 so we can DOUBLE our impact for Oakland's animals! **And a very special thanks to the incredibly generous donor who provided the match.** Your gifts ensure that we can continue providing homes, health, and happiness to … [Read more...] about We reached our #GivingTuesday goal!
Double your impact on Giving Tuesday!
Double your impact with our $50K donation match! Donate today and your gift will go TWICE as far! … [Read more...] about Double your impact on Giving Tuesday!
Our third annual “Bad Art” fundraiser a whopping success!
Bad Art is good for the Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS)! This year's annual fundraiser was the most successful since FOAS first launched the badness in 2020. With close to 800 pet portrait requests and a team of 160+ artists, FOAS raised just over $38K! A huge thank you to our donors (who all clearly love their fur babies), the volunteer artists (many of whom need to keep their day … [Read more...] about Our third annual “Bad Art” fundraiser a whopping success!
Show your love for Oakland’s animals + the town!
For one week only, our new limited-release Friends of Oakland Animal Services Oakland-grown design is now available! "Pawsitively Oakland" shirts are available in a variety of styles and colors with $8 from each sale supporting FOAS and OAS. Purchase your shirts now at www.float.org/foas. Available for only one week! … [Read more...] about Show your love for Oakland’s animals + the town!
FOAS seeks Adoption Coordinator
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services seeks a full-time Adoption Coordinator to facilitate on-site and off-site adoptions for animals from Oakland Animal Services (OAS). Since 2020, OAS has made great strides in improving the experience of potential adopters and increasing lifesaving. The adoption rate for dogs and cats has tripled since that time. Work with a great team! For more information … [Read more...] about FOAS seeks Adoption Coordinator
Our Bad Art Fundraiser featured on CBS News KPIX
Thanks for the shout out KPIX! It's not too late to get your own Bad Art of your pet! … [Read more...] about Our Bad Art Fundraiser featured on CBS News KPIX
Get a one-of-a-kind pet portrait and help raise funds for Oakland Animal Services
Bad Art is back -- the sequel to the sequel! UPDATE July 26: Submissions to the fundraiser have ended. Thanks for your support! Our third annual FUNdraiser is live. Now's your chance to get a fabulously "bad" portrait of your furry friend! For the last 2 years in a row during our ever-popular 2020 and 2021 campaigns, a slew of talented artists crafted more than … [Read more...] about Get a one-of-a-kind pet portrait and help raise funds for Oakland Animal Services
FOAS launches a new website!
Since 2005, the Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) has been working side by side with Oakland Animal Services to better the lives of animals and people in our community. We invite you to explore our new website to learn more about what we've accomplished and what we have in store for the future. Here are a few links to get you started: Programs About FOAS Ways to help … [Read more...] about FOAS launches a new website!
FOAS seeks FT Outcome Team Associate
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services is seeking a full-time Outcome Team Associate to work at Oakland Animal Services under the supervision of the shelter Director or their designee. This role will have primary responsibility for building a Return to Home program, with volunteer support, to employ best practices to reunite lost animals with their families. More details and how to apply … [Read more...] about FOAS seeks FT Outcome Team Associate
FOAS is seeking a Dog Behavior Coordinator
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) is looking to hire a dog behavior coordinator. More information and how to apply … [Read more...] about FOAS is seeking a Dog Behavior Coordinator
FOAS hiring full-time Development Coordinator
Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) seeks a strong fundraiser with a commitment to progressive animal welfare. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a small but growing organization and is able to help move the organization to its next level of excellence. More information and how to apply … [Read more...] about FOAS hiring full-time Development Coordinator
Honor an Icon for Animals on Her 100th Birthday
As you probably know, the world lost a beloved actor and animal advocate when Golden Girl Betty White passed away recently, just shy of what would have been her 100th birthday--today, January 17. And by now you may also have heard about a national campaign to honor Betty on this day. Animal lovers across the nation are donating $5 or more to their local shelters, in celebration of White's many … [Read more...] about Honor an Icon for Animals on Her 100th Birthday
Friends of Oakland Animal Services is hiring!
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services is hiring! The position combines two half-time roles: the Transfer Coordinator and the Return to Home Coordinator. More details and how to apply … [Read more...] about Friends of Oakland Animal Services is hiring!
2021 FOAS Year in Review
The 2021 Friends of Oakland Animal Services Year in Review is now available! … [Read more...] about 2021 FOAS Year in Review
It’s our biggest matching gift challenge ever for Oakland’s animals!
Friends of Oakland Animal Services wants to send Oakland's homeless animals Home for the Holidays! All year long, FOAS donors help to make homeless animals' dreams come true. Now, an anonymous donor has challenged us to raise $25,000 before the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve--and we'll get an additional $25,000 for Oakland's animals! It's our largest matching gift challenge to date--and … [Read more...] about It’s our biggest matching gift challenge ever for Oakland’s animals!
2022 Happy Tails Calendar! Available now!
Purchase your 2022 Happy Tails Calendar and help support the Friends of Oakland Animal Services! … [Read more...] about 2022 Happy Tails Calendar! Available now!
November 30 is Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving!
Friends of Oakland Animal Services will be doing a very special Giving Tuesday campaign, for one of the highest impact programs we've ever funded. Your gift can help create happier, healthier lives for Oakland's animals. Join FOAS on Giving Tuesday! … [Read more...] about November 30 is Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving!
Planned Giving Webinar on Oct 12
Planned giving is for everyone, regardless of how much you plan to give. It’s a way to recognize an organization that is meaningful and a way to support its mission into the future. A bequest to Friends of Oakland Animal Services is a lasting gift for all of Oakland’s animals. Join us online, Tuesday, October 12, at 5 pm, for a live presentation from planned giving expert, Kirsten Howe, Esq., … [Read more...] about Planned Giving Webinar on Oct 12
No Place Like Home photo contest, enter now!
Calling all pet owners of really, really ridiculously good looking animals! Today marks the first day of the annual Friends of Oakland Animal Shelter Photo Contest! This year's theme is "No Place Like Home" and the FOAS team is looking for folks to upload a photo that shows why there is no place better than being at home with their pet. Vote online for your favorite photo submission(s) at $1 per … [Read more...] about No Place Like Home photo contest, enter now!
Cat Foster and Working Cat Program Coordinator for hire!
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services seeks a full-time Cat Program Associate to coordinate two popular programs at Oakland Animal Services: the kitten foster program and Cats on Patrol to relocate community cats. More information and how to apply … [Read more...] about Cat Foster and Working Cat Program Coordinator for hire!
FOAS seeks qualified Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) seeks a leader with a demonstrated commitment to progressive animal welfare. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a small organization experiencing a period of new growth and is able to guide the organization to its next level of excellence. The executive director will work closely with the director of Oakland Animal … [Read more...] about FOAS seeks qualified Executive Director
Seeking Dog Foster Coordinator / Animal Transfer Coordinator
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) is hiring for a position that combines two half-time roles. The Transfer Coordinator facilitates transfers from Oakland Animal Services (OAS), the city’s only open-admission shelter, to nonprofit adoption partners and other outside agencies. This person will oversee the OAS transfer program to include cultivating relations with partner shelters, … [Read more...] about Seeking Dog Foster Coordinator / Animal Transfer Coordinator
Share your Love Story — and help win $100,000 for OAS!
From longer walks to cozier naps and all the magical moments in between, we know that pets change our lives for the better. Share how the love of your adopted OAS pet has changed your life to help give Oakland Animal Services the chance at a $100,000 grant award from Petco Love and BOBS from Skechers. Submit your story by Sept. 20, 10:00 am (PDT) at petcolove.org/lovestory. Winning Love Stories … [Read more...] about Share your Love Story — and help win $100,000 for OAS!
Second annual “bad art” fundraiser brings in over $17K for FOAS!
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) held their second annual bad art fundraiser and raised over $17K for the animals of Oakland! Talent was not guaranteed for these pet portraits but there was plenty of creativity and fun. FOAS received over 400 requests for portraits, some from as far as New York and the UK, with over 70 artists volunteering their time and talent, or lack thereof … [Read more...] about Second annual “bad art” fundraiser brings in over $17K for FOAS!
Get a unique portrait of your pet and raise funds for the shelter
(Talent Not Guaranteed) Oakland Animal Services is proud to announce the kickoff of our second annual Bad Art Fundraiser! Details below. After spending a pandemic year at home with our pets in Zoom meetings, we decided a second annual Bad Art fundraiser was necessary -- some of us may even give our pets crayons and paper to make the art! Seriously, we are not guaranteeing good or even mediocre … [Read more...] about Get a unique portrait of your pet and raise funds for the shelter
FOAS, OAS and other shelters support EBRPD draft policy on free-roaming cats
[Quick links to letters of support from: FOAS and Shelter Directors] Things are looking up for East Bay cats! You might recall the outcry this past December when it came to light that the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) was routinely shooting cats living in the parks, many presumably abandoned there by their owners. Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS), along with a coalition of the … [Read more...] about FOAS, OAS and other shelters support EBRPD draft policy on free-roaming cats
Oakland Animal Services seeks work for displaced ferals.
Oakland Cats on Patrol: a new program putting feral cats to work. Learn more! … [Read more...] about Oakland Animal Services seeks work for displaced ferals.
Friends of Oakland Animal Services receives $60K from PetSmart Charities
Funding monthly pop-up vet clinics and providing critical care for beloved cats and dogs of unhoused Oaklanders For immediate release Contact: Lisa Franzetta, Friends of Oakland Animal Services, OAKLAND—The harsh winter weather and the dangers of COVID-19 are making the challenges of homelessness in Oakland even more dire—but thanks to a $60,000 grant to Friends of Oakland Animal … [Read more...] about Friends of Oakland Animal Services receives $60K from PetSmart Charities
2020 FOAS Year in Review
The 2020 Friends of Oakland Animal Services Year in Review is now available! … [Read more...] about 2020 FOAS Year in Review
FOAS Board of Directors addresses Board of Regional Parks regarding cat shootings
We want to share this letter from the Board of Directors of the Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) to the Board of the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) regarding the recent shooting of cats at Shoreline Park. Upon learning of the incident, Oakland Animal Services (OAS), along with sister municipal shelters in the cities bordering EBRPD, requested that EBRPD allow the shelters, or … [Read more...] about FOAS Board of Directors addresses Board of Regional Parks regarding cat shootings
Unleash your generosity this holiday season
Support Oakland Spay/Neuter for Giving Tuesday 2020! … [Read more...] about Unleash your generosity this holiday season
FOAS is hiring an Outcome Team Associate
Are you a team player who enjoys working with animals and people? The Friends of Oakland Animal Services is adding to their team! FOAS is looking for an Outcome Team Associate to help facilitate adoptions of animals from Oakland Animal Services, provide support to the rabbit foster program, and provide support to members of the Outcome Team. Deadline to apply is Friday, November 13. Click for … [Read more...] about FOAS is hiring an Outcome Team Associate
FOAS is hiring a Spay/Neuter Program Coordinator
The Spay/Neuter Program Coordinator is a key role in the day-to-day operations of Friends of Oakland Animal Services' (FOAS) free spay/neuter program. You'll be our main point of contact with Oakland residents wishing to participate in the program, ensuring that appointment and voucher requests are handled promptly, keeping detailed records in our database, and being on-site to oversee our monthly … [Read more...] about FOAS is hiring a Spay/Neuter Program Coordinator
Spend quality time with your dog and raise money for OAS!
Rescue Run Club's 3030 Challenge is a virtual event taking place during months with 30 days. Participate in the month of September to benefit FOAS! Run or walk 30 miles in 30 days with a dog. Take your dog. Take your own dog, borrow a friend's or neighbor's dog, volunteer to walk a shelter dog... any combination can be used to complete the 3030 Challenge! Complete the mileage on your own … [Read more...] about Spend quality time with your dog and raise money for OAS!
Is your cat Ms. March? Is your dog Mr. May?
We want to hear about YOUR very special "Happy Tails!" The Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) 2021 calendar will feature the pictures of adopted animals, along with a story about what makes them happy. Enter your favorite photo of your pet to win one of 12 coveted spots in the 2021 Calendar. The top vote earner will be on the cover of the calendar and will also be featured on one month, … [Read more...] about Is your cat Ms. March? Is your dog Mr. May?
Make your holiday wishes come true!
Has your adopted pet changed your life? YOU can help Oakland Animal Services earn $100,000 this holiday season! Share your story, help make our holiday wishes come true! The Petco Foundation, together with BOBS from Skechers, want to know all the ways, big and small, that your adopted pet has changed your life for the better. Winning stories will receive up to a $100,000 Holiday Wishes grant … [Read more...] about Make your holiday wishes come true!
Support Jessie’s Virtual Kitten Shower and make a wish come true!!!
We’d like to introduce you to Jessie, a very special OAS volunteer and kitten whisperer. You can support Jessie here. Though Jessie is “just” a teenager, she has already changed countless lives through her foster and volunteer work for OAS. Since May 2019, with support from her family, Jessie has been fostering homeless OAS kittens. As a young shelter volunteer, she started out doing non-animal … [Read more...] about Support Jessie’s Virtual Kitten Shower and make a wish come true!!!
FOAS job opportunity!
Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) is hiring for two positions operating out of Oakland Animal Services: Foster Coordinator (primarily for kittens and cats) and Feral Cat Coordinator. These are both half-time (20 hour/week) positions. Depending on experience and availability of interested candidates, FOAS is open to hiring one full-time staff person to fill both roles. Please note there is … [Read more...] about FOAS job opportunity!