Elizabeth Henry, co-founder of NextStep Fort Wayne, joins Melissa Montana on Conversations to share about the upcoming Paws for Paralysis event.
Join us for Paws for Paralysis: Let’s Wag & Roll!—a family-friendly community event benefiting NextStep Fort Wayne and supporting Humane Fort Wayne.
Grab your favorite band shirt or rock-and-roll attire, bring your family, & enjoy a fun-filled morning with your four-legged friends! 
Event Schedule
9:00–9:45 AM – Check-In, Coffee & Donuts, Community Vendors
10:00–11:00 AM – 1-Mile Community Walk
11:00 AM–12:00 PM – Activities, Paws & Pose Photo Booth, Face Painting, Snacks & Refreshments, Raffle Prizes, and Community Vendors
9:00–9:45 AM – Check-In, Coffee & Donuts, Community Vendors
10:00–11:00 AM – 1-Mile Community Walk
11:00 AM–12:00 PM – Activities, Paws & Pose Photo Booth, Face Painting, Snacks & Refreshments, Raffle Prizes, and Community Vendors
Activities Include:
• 1-Mile Community Walk
• Paws & Pose Photo Booth
• Face Painting
• Snacks & Refreshments
• Community Vendors
• Humane Fort Wayne Donation Drive
• Raffle Prizes
• 1-Mile Community Walk
• Paws & Pose Photo Booth
• Face Painting
• Snacks & Refreshments
• Community Vendors
• Humane Fort Wayne Donation Drive
• Raffle Prizes
Support Humane Fort Wayne
Bring an item from the Humane Fort Wayne Wish List and receive one raffle ticket for each donation. Donate an animal trap and receive five raffle tickets!
Bring an item from the Humane Fort Wayne Wish List and receive one raffle ticket for each donation. Donate an animal trap and receive five raffle tickets!
Bringing Your Dog?
Registered, vaccinated, leashed, and well-behaved dogs of all abilities are welcome! Owners are responsible for their dogs throughout the event.
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: University of Saint Francis – Hutzell Athletic Center
2701 Spring Street, Fort Wayne, IN
Time: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: University of Saint Francis – Hutzell Athletic Center
2701 Spring Street, Fort Wayne, IN
Register today and come Wag & Roll with us while supporting two incredible local organizations! 
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