The Dallas Pets Alive! Young Professionals (DPAYP) is a group of individuals who serve as an outreach, volunteer, and fundraising collective for Dallas Pets Alive! (DPA). We help bring DPA to the forefront of the Dallas animal rescue community through networking and connecting with peers who share the desire of making animal rescue “the thing to do!”. Membership provides charitable and social opportunities for DFW area young professionals.
Being a member of DPAYP means more than just joining a social group – DPAYP members commit to:
- Serving as ambassadors for DPA and leveraging social and professional networks to grow our community
- Participating in at least one mission-based volunteer activity
- Fundraising by soliciting donations, sponsorships, and auction items that help financially benefit DPA
- Attending quarterly membership meetings
Membership Levels & Benefits
Annual Membership
Annual membership is valid from July 1 – June 30 and must be renewed each year.
- $25 Student
- $50 Individual
- $75 Couple (residing in the same household)
All DPAYP Members Receive the following benefits:
- Invitation to All DPAYP Events
- Quarterly Happy Hours
- Members Only Social Events
- Discounted Tickets and Special Sponsor Pricing to DPA and DPAYP Signature Events
- Exclusive Discounts on DPA Merchandise
- Opportunity to Serve on the Leadership Council
- Networking
- Professional Development
- Volunteer Opportunities
Lifetime Memberships
Lifetime memberships are only available until June 30, 2024
Founding Member ($250 Individual / $375 Couple)
In addition to regular member benefits, Founding Members also receive:
- Lifetime Membership in DPAYP
- Recognition as a DPAYP Founding Member in:
- DPAYP Website and Social Media
- DPA Soiree Program & Annual Report
- Commemorative plaque in DPA Adoption Container
Legacy Member ($500 Individual / $750 Couple)
In addition to regular member benefits, Legacy Members also receive:
- Lifetime Membership in DPAYP
- Recognition as a DPAYP Legacy Member in:
- DPAYP Website and Social Media
- DPA Soiree Program & Annual Report
- Commemorative plaque in DPA Adoption Container
- Complimentary VIP Access at DPAYP Events
- Special Gift
2023-2024 DPAYP LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Elle Congelliere, Founding President
Lexi McCarthy, Vice President
Christina Papaila, Treasurer
Austin Torti, PR & Marketing Chair
Nicole Granda Alvarez, Diversity & Inclusion Chair
Jonathan Ediger, Membership Chair
Anthony Cruddas, Volunteer & DPA Liaison Chair
Brooklyn Marron, Events Chair
Paige Glazer, Events Chair
Questions/Contact Us
For questions about DPYP membership, please email elle@dallaspetsalive.org.
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