Illustrated by Izzy Foster
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K-9 Counselor
Every Student Deserves a K-9 Counselor at School
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Izzy's goal is simple: she wants every school in Arkansas, and the United States, to allow a therapy dog on-site in the counselor's office to provide their services to stressed and anxious students who seek them out.
80
%
of students in the U.S. report being stressed*
Research shows simply petting a dog releases the "feel-good" hormone, oxytocin, and lowers the stress hormone, cortisol.
34
%
of students in the U.S. report feeling depressed*
*Anxiety & Depression Association of America, 2022
K-9 Counselor's Mission
1) Educate schools on the benefits of using therapy trained dogs
2) Make having a therapy dog easily accessible & affordable for schools
3) Be a partner for granting high-performing K-9 Counselors + provide resources & connections
Founded by Izzy Foster
Age 13 - Khloe's Mom
1) Educate schools on the benefits of using therapy trained dogs
We have selected 2 test schools to participate year 1
At the conclusion, we will publish a case study demonstrating the findings related to student mental & academic health improvement
2) Make having a therapy dog easily accessible & affordable for schools
Our non-profit raises funds to grant dogs to school staff members free of charge.
We work continuously on evolving our plan so it meets the unique needs of schools.
3) Be a partner by granting high-performing K-9 Counselors + provide connections
We are working to secure meaningful partnerships to ensure long-term success via experience, support & guidance; Thank you to all of our partners who have joined!
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2023-2024
Academic Year
Executing a 2-school test
Grant 2 Recipients:
Fully trained, for-therapy rescue dog;
insurance, veterinarian fees, & more
Donate Today to support Izzy's mission to give:
Every Student a K-9 Counselor in School!
During this test, our team will work with 2 schools to develop a launch plan, survey students & develop a public case study to educate the public on the power of using therapy dogs.
2024-2025
Academic Year
Grant Applications Open!
School staff members may apply to receive a grant funded by K-9 Counselor for a full-time therapy trained dog
Grant Applications will have a set requirements for the adoptee to meet, including school approval.
We will sponsor as many applicants as we can afford to!
Khloe Foster
Age 7 - Izzy's "Good Girl"
*501(c)3 Tax Deductible Information Available Upon Request
Get Involved
“Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another.” -Erma Bombeck
Volunteers
We have upcoming speaking gigs and an annual fundraiser we will launch with the help of friends!
Event Planning (NW Ark. Based)
Connections & Introductions
Preparation with Public Speaking
In-Kind Donations
Mailing address available upon request
Items like new blankets, dog toys, dog treats, plain bandanas, craft supplies, dog treats are all super appreciated!
Monetary Donations*
All funds will be used to grant dogs & cover their related expenses (i.e. Insurance) so schools pay $0 to host a K-9 Counselor
*501(c)3 Tax Deductible Information Available Upon Request