UNLEASH JOY!
Two Names, One Heart, One Mission
Mardi Paws and Scott’s Wish may read as two names, but they are really just one organization working together to make a difference. Mardi Paws, beloved for over 30 years of community parading, represents the festive and recognizable spirit of our mission. Scott’s Wish, our official 501c3, embodies the compassion and commitment to meeting critical needs.
Together, we unite people who care deeply about pets and people. By giving to our organization, you’re helping to create tangible change for those who need it most.This holiday season we hope you'll join us in bringing cheer to...
Shelter Pets in Rural Areas: Providing critical supplies, food, and warmth to 6 neglected animal shelters across Louisiana.
Children in the fight for their Lives: Delivering gifts, support, and holiday cheer to 38 young patients and their families in the dialysis and transplant unit at Children’s Hospital New Orleans.
Veterans in Need of Holiday Spirit: Honoring and brightening the holidays for 140 veterans at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home.
From Wagging Tails to Grateful Hearts, Let’s Give Together
From Wagging Tails to Grateful Hearts, Let’s Give Together
A 100% Impact Guarantee
When you donate, every dollar is going directly to the cause. As a fully volunteer-run nonprofit, Scott’s Wish operates with no salaries, no office overhead, and no third-party fundraising companies, ensuring your contribution creates meaningful change.
Together we can make the Season Bright!
Barksgiving Feast
Barksgiving Feast
Give Shelter Pets a Reason to Wag This Thanksgiving! ✨🐾
This holiday season, let’s bring joy to animals in six of Louisiana’s poorest rural shelters.
Your $25 donation provides warm, nourishing meals for pets in need—often their first taste of kindness and comfort.
Join us in making their Barksgiving unforgettable. Together, we can fill bellies, warm hearts, and make tails wag. ❤️
This holiday season, bring joy to a shelter pet by becoming their Secret Santa! 🦴✨
Your gift can include much-needed items like food and vaccines, along with toys, treats, stockings, blankets and more to brighten their days and make them feel loved. Whether they’re waiting for their fur-ever home or just need a little extra care, YOU can make a difference.
Let’s make the holidays magical for these deserving animals! ❤️
Be a Secret Santa to a Shelter Pet
Joy for Kids and Struggling Families
For the past few years, Scott’s Wish has been bringing joy and relief to children in the dialysis/transplant unit at Children’s Hospital New Orleans and their families. These young warriors spend much of their childhood waiting for life-saving kidney transplants while enduring hours-long dialysis treatments three times a week.
To brighten their days, we’ve donated iPads, games, and crafts to provide entertainment and distraction during their treatments. But our support goes beyond the children—we’ve also stepped in to help their families, whose lives are often turned upside down by the demands of care. From covering utility bills to ensuring there’s food on the table, our goal is to ease their burdens so they can focus on what matters most: supporting their brave little ones.
To brighten their days, we’ve donated iPads, games, and crafts to provide entertainment and distraction during their treatments. But our support goes beyond the children—we’ve also stepped in to help their families, whose lives are often turned upside down by the demands of care. From covering utility bills to ensuring there’s food on the table, our goal is to ease their burdens so they can focus on what matters most: supporting their brave little ones.
Holiday Cheer for Veterans
For the past four years, our Scott's Wish Duco Project has had the honor of bringing holiday cheer to the 140 residents at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home in Reserve, Louisiana.
Through a festive Christmas party and thoughtful gifts, we've aimed to show our gratitude and put smiles on the faces of the brave men and women who have selflessly served our country. It’s a small way to give back to those who have given so much.
Local Drop-off of items and gifts
A huge thanks to our longtime supporters, Scarlett & Jason Dalton, for making it easier than ever to give back! They’ve generously offered all four of their local camps as convenient drop-off locations for wishlist items.
When you stop by, be sure to check their hours and label your item or bag with "FOR MARDI PAWS" to ensure it gets to those in need. Their kindness helps us Unleash Joy this holiday season—one donation at a time!
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CBW Mid City: 3301 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70119
CBW New Orleans Downtown: 2731 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130
CBW Airport Metairie: 2401 Hickory Ave, Metairie, LA 70003
CBW Mid City: 3301 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70119
CBW New Orleans Downtown: 2731 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130
CBW Airport Metairie: 2401 Hickory Ave, Metairie, LA 70003
12 CockTAILS of ChristMUTTS
12 CockTAILS of ChristMUTTS
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Our Tito's Handmade Vodka for Dog People-lovin' krewe put their spin on their fur-vorite holiday drinks!
Our Tito's Handmade Vodka for Dog People-lovin' krewe put their spin on their fur-vorite holiday drinks!
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Scott's Wish is an IRS-recognized 501c3 publicly-supported charity that has been helping people and pets since 2008. Everyone in our organization is a volunteer trying to make a difference in their community, we appreciate your support. TAX ID#26-3566004 We respect your privacy, read how your donations are handled here.
Scott's Wish is an IRS-recognized 501c3 publicly-supported charity that has been helping people and pets since 2008. Everyone in our organization is a volunteer trying to make a difference in their community, we appreciate your support. TAX ID#26-3566004 We respect your privacy, read how your donations are handled here.
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© 1994-2024 MARDI PAWS™ is a registered trademark and may not be used without permission.