CAAWLS (Chimo Animal Assisted Wellness and Learning Society) is a registered charity that facilitates animal wellness programs to improve the mental health of the people through the human animal bond. Our organization assists in the development, planning and implementation of Animal Assisted Interventions (AAI) in a wide variety of facilities including K-12 schools, post-secondary institutions, senior care facilities, homeless shelters, and other community support agencies just to name a few.
One-Time Donation

Make a Pawsitive Impact Today!
At Chimo Animal Assisted Wellness and Learning Society (CAAWLS), we deeply value every act of generosity. Here, you have the chance to support this vital work with a single, pawsitive, and impactful contribution.
Your donation helps us bring comfort and support to individuals in schools, senior care facilities, homeless shelters, and more. By contributing, you’ll be directly impacting lives and helping us continue our mission to foster wellness through the unique bond between humans and animals. A one-time donation is a direct expression of your support for our cause. It helps us bridge funding gaps, respond swiftly to urgent community needs, and invest in transformative projects that create lasting change. Every contribution, no matter the size, is vital to our ongoing success. Together, we can enhance lives, one tail wag at a time.
Donate In Tribute

Make a lasting impact by donating in tribute to someone special. A tribute gift is a meaningful way to honour a loved one, celebrate a milestone, or remember someone who has made a difference in your life. Your contribution not only pays tribute to their legacy but also helps bring comfort, connection, and wellness to others through our programs. To recognize your donation, we will prepare a letter of acknowledgement that can be sent to an individual of your choice.
Compassion Crew: Monthly Giving Program

Join the CAAWLS Compassion Crew!
The monthly giving program is the backbone of our fundraising efforts, providing essential, unrestricted funds that support the day-to-day operations of our organization. Your ongoing support helps us deliver life-changing animal-assisted wellness programs to those who need it most—whether in schools, senior care facilities, or shelters. As part of the Compassion Crew, you’ll play a crucial role in enhancing mental health and well-being across our community.
Program Highlights:
- Steady Impact: Monthly donations provide a reliable source of funding, empowering us to plan long-term initiatives and respond to immediate needs.
- Effortless Support: Set up your recurring donation through our secure online portal, and know that your generosity is making a consistent difference every month.
- Flexible Options: Choose the donation amount that suits your budget, with the freedom to adjust or cancel your contribution at any time.
How It Works:
- Easy Enrollment: Sign up online to establish your monthly donation and join a community of dedicated supporters.
- Automated Contributions: Your chosen amount is automatically processed each month, ensuring uninterrupted support for our mission.
- Ongoing Engagement: Receive regular updates and impact reports that demonstrate how your sustained generosity is enhancing lives and strengthening our community.
Why Choose Monthly Giving?
By becoming a monthly donor, your contributions ensure we can continue to deliver our mission and innovate for the future. You help ensure a reliable stream of funding that allows us to plan and implement our programs more effectively. Stay connected with regular updates on the impact of your generosity and enjoy exclusive opportunities to engage with the CAAWLS community.
Paws In Action: Sponsor a Program

Paws In Action: Sponsor a Wellness Program with CAAWLS
At Chimo Animal Assisted Wellness and Learning Society (CAAWLS), we harness the incredible power of the human-animal bond to bring comfort, healing, and learning to those who need it most. Our programs are designed to support individuals across all ages and backgrounds, helping them overcome challenges, build resilience, and enhance their well-being through animal-assisted interventions.
By sponsoring a program with CAAWLS, you have the opportunity to be part of something truly transformative and you will play a vital role in making these life-changing experiences accessible to more people in our community. Your sponsorship will directly contribute to:
- Wellness Visits: Bringing the calming presence of wellness animals to schools, seniors' homes, and community centers, where they provide comfort, reduce stress, and foster positive social interactions.
- Educational Outreach: Enable us to bring the benefits of animal-assisted learning to schools, community groups, and organizations, fostering empathy, emotional intelligence, and social skills in participants of all ages.
- Community Engagement: Help us expand our reach and bring the healing presence of wellness animals to more people in shelters, care homes, and other community settings where they can make the greatest impact.
How It Works:
- Explore Opportunities: Contact our team at donate@caawls.org to discuss a customized approach.
- Collaborative Planning: Work closely with our team to integrate your support into our program initiatives and maximize community impact.
- Implementation & Recognition: Enjoy prominent recognition at events, in promotional materials, and through our communication channels, highlighting your commitment to wellness.
- Impact Reporting: Receive regular reports and updates that detail how your sponsorship is making a measurable difference in the community.
As a sponsor, you will be joining a community of compassionate supporters who understand the value of wellness and learning through the companionship of animals. Your support not only fuels our services and innovative projects but also reinforces your organization’s commitment to the community. This directly supports initiatives that create meaningful interactions, while also offering strategic benefits that enhance your brand’s reputation and community engagement.
Partner with us to empower lives through the incredible bond between humans and animals. Together, we can create a community where wellness, learning, and compassion are within everyone's reach.
Corporate Champions

At Chimo Animal Assisted Wellness and Learning Society (CAAWLS), we believe that collaboration with the corporate community is key to driving sustainable change. Our Corporate Partnership Program offers businesses a unique opportunity to align their brand with our mission, foster community engagement, and achieve measurable social impact.
Program Highlights:
- Strategic Collaboration: Develop customized partnership initiatives that integrate your business objectives with our community-focused programs.
- Brand Visibility: Enjoy enhanced exposure through co-branded events, marketing campaigns, and public recognition, showcasing your commitment to social responsibility.
- Employee Engagement: Inspire and empower your workforce with volunteer opportunities, team-building activities, and exclusive events that connect them with our cause.
- Impactful Projects: Contribute directly to innovative projects and initiatives that address pressing community needs and create lasting change.
How It Works:
- Connect with Us: Reach out to our team at donate@caawls.org to explore tailored opportunities that resonate with your company’s values and goals.
- Collaborative Planning: Work alongside our team to design and implement a partnership strategy that leverages your strengths while supporting our mission.
- Launch Your Initiative: Launch joint projects, events, or campaigns that highlight your commitment to community impact and generate positive media coverage.
- Ongoing Evaluation: Receive regular updates and detailed impact reports that demonstrate the tangible benefits of our partnership, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Why Partner With Us?
By becoming a Corporate Champion, your organization not only enhances its corporate social responsibility profile but also plays a pivotal role in creating a thriving, resilient community. Your investment in our shared future strengthens both your brand and our programs, making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
Thank you for considering a corporate partnership with CAAWLS. Together, we can forge a dynamic alliance that drives innovation, empowers communities, and leaves a lasting legacy of positive change.
Forever Friends Legacy

Leave a Legacy of Impact
At Chimo Animal Assisted Wellness and Learning Society (CAAWLS), we believe in building a legacy that endures for generations. The Forever Friends Legacy program is designed for supporters who wish to incorporate charitable giving into their long-term financial plans, ensuring that our mission continues to thrive well into the future.
Program Highlights:
- Legacy of Impact: Your planned gift helps secure the future of our vital programs, creating lasting change and empowering our community for years to come.
- Flexible Options: Choose from a variety of planned giving methods—such as bequests, charitable trusts, life insurance policies, or retirement plan designations—to best align with your financial and philanthropic goals.
- Mutual Benefits: Beyond supporting our cause, planned gifts may offer significant tax advantages and estate planning benefits, allowing you to maximize both your impact and personal financial strategy.
How It Works:
- Explore Your Options: Connect with our team to discuss the different methods of planned giving and determine which option best suits your needs.
- Personalized Planning: Speak with your financial advisors to craft a giving strategy that reflects your long-term vision and ensures your legacy of support.
- Implementation & Acknowledgment: Once your planned gift is in place, you’ll receive an acknowledgment of your commitment along with periodic updates on the impact of your generosity.
- Celebrate Your Legacy: Your support not only secures our future but also places you among a distinguished group of donors celebrated through our legacy recognition programs.
Why Choose Legacy Giving?
The Forever Friend Legacy program is a thoughtful way to extend your support for CAAWLS beyond your lifetime. Your decision to include us in your long-term financial planning makes a profound and lasting difference in our ability to serve the community, ensuring that our programs continue to evolve and thrive.
Thank you for considering a planned gift. Your foresight and generosity pave the way for a brighter future, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of those we serve.
Mission Statement
CAAWLS' mission is to improve the mental wellness of people by Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) through the human animal bond. We aim to provide education to volunteers, clients and the community on AAI and canine behaviour.
