Foster 50 Challenge: The Audio Playbook
Foster 50 Challenge: The Audio Playbook
Podcast Description
50 States. Hundreds of Shelters. One Mission.Welcome to Foster 50! Thank you for joining us on this important journey to grow your foster network programming. In our first episode, you’ll hear real talk about what actually works to build a foster program that scales and sustains. We’ll also discuss the important checkpoints of the Foster 50 program to prepare you for grant submission timing and for our national consumer launch to drive foster participation to your organization.PARTNERS:Pedigree FoundationMaddie's FundAdopt a PetThe Association for Animal Welfare AdvancementMutual RescuePetco LoveOutcomes Consulting
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes related to animal welfare, foster care program development, and effective volunteer engagement, with episodes discussing practical onboarding strategies, community building, and grant preparation for foster initiatives. For example, one episode dives into low-barrier foster onboarding to retain volunteers, while another covers the Foster 50 Challenge to encourage participation across various organizations.
50 States. Hundreds of Shelters. One Mission.
Welcome to Foster 50! Thank you for joining us on this important journey to grow your foster network programming. In our first episode, you’ll hear real talk about what actually works to build a foster program that scales and sustains. We’ll also discuss the important checkpoints of the Foster 50 program to prepare you for grant submission timing and for our national consumer launch to drive foster participation to your organization.
PARTNERS:
Pedigree Foundation
Maddie’s Fund
Adopt a Pet
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
Mutual Rescue
Petco Love
Outcomes Consulting
Join us for an insider’s look at building and scaling a successful foster program. In this episode, we dive into how to pilot new ideas, gain buy-in from leadership and stakeholders, and use data to drive real change. You'll also learn how to effectively market your program and get a behind-the-scenes view of one of the largest foster programs in the country—including how they make onboarding simple and barrier-free. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can use right away.
GUESTS:
- Daisy Navin, Foster Programs Manager, LifeLine Animal Project
- Finnegan Dowling, Shelter Program and Engagement Manager, Mutual Rescue
- Stephanie Jackson, Public Information Officer, Louisville Metro Animal Services
LINKS:
- Pilot program worksheet
- Dog field trip program names to inspire your shelter’s next brainstorming session (blog)
- Doggy Day Out toolkit (Mutual Rescue)
- Field trip pilot program toolkit (Maddie's Fund)
- Sleepover/weekend foster toolkit (Maddie's Fund)
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