Community Events

Events & Activities

We're organizing events, fundraisers, and shelter support activities throughout the La Porte community. Check back for announcements and get involved when the opportunity arises.

What's Ahead

Building a Calendar of Community Support

Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter is in the process of organizing its first calendar of community events. Our planned activities include supply donation drives, community fundraisers, volunteer days, and public educational outreach — all centered on supporting the La Porte Animal Shelter and the animals in its care.

These events are for everyone in La Porte — whether you're a lifelong animal advocate, a first-time volunteer, or simply a neighbor who wants to give back. We'll have something meaningful for you to be part of.

Upcoming Events

What We're Planning

Dates and full details will be announced as events are confirmed. Become a member to stay informed and be first to know.

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"Honest to Goodness" Spirit Day at Jason's Deli

Supporting the La Porte Animal Shelter

Date: Friday, August 14, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Jason's Deli, 3905 Spencer Hwy

Join us for an evening of good food at Jason's Deli, where Jason's Deli will donate 20% of pre-tax sales back to Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter. It's an easy way to support the shelter while enjoying a meal with family and friends.

How to Participate

Dine In: Present the flyer when dining in
Order Online: Use code FUND20 when ordering
Jason's Deli will donate 20% of pre-tax sales to the shelter
Make sure to mention the fundraiser or present the flyer to receive credit

Come support the animals!

Every meal helps provide food, care, and medical support for shelter animals.

Support Our Fundraiser

Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Celebrating Our Membership in the La Porte Chamber of Commerce

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: La Porte Animal Shelter

Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter is proud to announce that we have joined the La Porte Chamber of Commerce! Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the shelter to celebrate this exciting milestone. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our team, tour the shelter, and learn how you can get involved.

Nonprofit Mixer

Featuring Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter & Morgan's Landing Apartments

Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Morgan's Landing Apartments
Address: 3300 Bay Area Blvd, La Porte, TX

Please join us for our upcoming Nonprofit Mixer featuring Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter! Light bites and refreshments will be provided for this complimentary event.

📧 RSVP: megan@laportechamber.org

Vendor Booth at Main Street Trade Days

Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter Goes to Market

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Main Street Trade Days, La Porte, TX

We'll be setting up a vendor booth at Main Street Trade Days! Come visit us and show your support for the La Porte Animal Shelter. Are you a crafter or would you like to volunteer? Contact Amanda Medford for information on how to participate.

🎨 Crafters & Volunteers Welcome! See Amanda Medford if you are a crafter or want to volunteer for this event.

Pooch Palooza 2026 — Baytown

We'll have a vendor booth at this tail-wagging community event!

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Jenkins Park, 4334 Crosby Cedar Bayou Rd., Baytown, TX

Grab your leash and your furry friend and join us at Jenkins Park for a morning of tail-wagging fun. Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter will be hosting a vendor booth — come find us! From the Doggie Dash and Mutt Strutt to the always-popular Weenie Dog Races, there's something for every pup to enjoy.

Event Highlights

Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter Vendor Booth
Doggie Dash
Mutt Strutt Costume Contest
Weenie Dog Races
On-Site Pet Adoptions
"Smooch Your Pooch" Kissing Booth
Face Painter & Balloon Artist
Food Trucks

Register for the event!

Save your spot for a fun-filled morning supporting shelter animals.

Texas Adopt-A-Beach Sylvan Beach Cleanup Flyer

Sylvan Beach Cleanup – Texas Adopt-A-Beach

Let's show Sylvan Beach some love and Keep La Porte Beautiful!

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Sylvan Beach – 636 N Bayshore Dr., La Porte, TX 77571

Team up with us to clean Sylvan Beach and Keep La Porte Beautiful! Texas Adopt-A-Beach is an all-volunteer beach cleanup program dedicated to keeping Texas beaches clean and educating our communities about the detrimental effects of marine debris on people and our environment.

Back the Blue

More Information to Follow

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter will be participating in the Back the Blue event. Details are coming soon — stay tuned for more information!

Why It Matters

Why Our Events Help the Shelter

Every event we host creates direct, tangible value for the shelter, the animals, and the community.

Better Animal Care

Supplies and funding from events go directly to improving the daily lives of shelter animals.

Stronger Community Bonds

Events build relationships between La Porte residents, creating lasting networks of support.

Greater Awareness

Public events raise the shelter's visibility, bringing it new supporters and advocates.

A Growing Volunteer Base

Events are one of the best ways to introduce new people to the shelter and inspire them to get involved.

Stay Connected

Don't Miss What's Coming

Become a member of Friends of La Porte Animal Shelter and stay up to date on every event, drive, and community activity we organize. Members are the first to know — and often the first to help.

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