WHAT IS SHIBA PROM, NFP?
Shiba Prom is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) fundraising & grants organization that helps support rescued Shiba Inus (& Shiba mixes) as their rescue organizations get them ready for adoption. The funds we raise through the generosity of our very kind supporters help Shibas get everything from essential medical care to food, treats & supplies. Each year, we host our main event also called SHIBA PROM!
WHAT IS SHIBA PROM?
A live, online "prom" based on the idea that Shiba Inus are attending Prom to celebrate the pawsomeness of being a Shiba while having fun raising funds for their fellow Shibas in need who are awaiting adoption, medical treatment or necessary supplies. The very first Prom was held in 2012 & over $100,000 has been raised since then in honor of Shiba rescues. Over the years, "honorary' Shibas” (pets that wish to be a “Shiba for the Day”) started to attend Prom to support their Shiba fur-iends such as non-Shiba dog breeds, cats (affectionately called "meowies") & even a lizard!
Prom has a theme every year & costumes are highly encouraged! Prom is hosted by a Master of Ceremonies (MC) who will keep things rolling throughout the night. Prom features a live DJ spinning a Spotify playlist & a virtual Bark-Tender serving favorite libations such as tuna shots & liver-tinis. Online chat participation is encouraged amongst Prom goers & keeps the energy high! Prom also includes an intermission video segment, trivia with door prizes & a variety of fundraising activities such as a photo contest, raffles, reserve a calendar day & swag!
WHEN IS SHIBA PROM 2023 & WHAT IS THE THEME?
May 6, 2023 from 8pm-10:30pm EST (held on Zoom) & the theme is Shibas of the Carrib-Inu (pirates)! Are 'ye seaworthy enough to pawty on the poop deck? **Photo contest winners & raffle winners will be announced this year during Prom so 'ye might wan'ta stick around, me hearties, to hear if'ye won!**
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND?
The entry fee has been waived since the COVID-19 pandemic to allow Prom-goers to attend in an affordable way while still being able to have fun participating in Prom fundraising activities.
WHO CAN ATTEND PROM?
Anyshibabody! You do not need to be a Shiba Inu to attend. All walks of fur, feathers & scales (& shells!) are welcome to be an "honorary Shiba for the day!" **Rescues are encouraged to attend & paw-ticipate in ALL fundraising activities such as the photo contest & raffle baskets**
I CAN'T ATTEND PROM. CAN I STILL PARTICIPATE IN PROM ACTIVITIES & HAVE FUN?
YES!!! In fact, the Shibas insist you have fun!!! You do NOT have to attend actual Prom in order to have fun buying raffle tickets or entering & voting in the photo contest! Winners are announced during Prom, but just because you can't attend does NOT mean you can't participate. You can also buy swag or reserve-a-calendar day!
HOW DO I PARTICIPATE IN PROM ACTIVITIES?
Head back to the main event page for all 2023 Prom activities & follow the instructions! Some activities are available one month before Prom starts while others will be available closer to Prom. Some activities are contests & others are not. Some activities are free & others are not. Any activity that requires payment is a type of fundraiser aimed at our motto of, "Having Fun Raising Funds!" The funds you spend on activities are all donations that will help support rescue Shiba Inus (& Shiba mixes!) in need. Remember, DOLLARS = DONATIONS! Some activities requiring payment will take place in our NEW Shiba Prom Shop while others will redirect you to a 3rd party vendor site to complete your order.
WHAT IS THE SHIBA PROM SHOP?
We have a NEW Shiba Prom Shop (virtual storefront) for 2023 where Prom goers can buy raffle tickets & some other items. Multiple Shiba Prom Shop orders can be stored in your cart until you are ready to check out - no need to make separate transactions. We hope you enjoy this new experience for 2023! Learn more HERE!
HOW DO I ATTEND PROM?
We will provide a Zoom link to attend Prom on our webpage, Facebook & Instagram. When you click the Zoom link on your mobile device or computer, you are entered into a virtual meeting space (aka Prom for us!). You do not need to enable your video & audio while you are attending Prom, but it makes the experience more fun! You can enter/leave Prom as often as you need, & you can stay for as long as you like!
WHAT IS ZOOM?
According to Shibas, Zoom is not as fun as having the ZOOMIES! But, they agree we should keep using it to host Prom. Zoom is an online meeting space that we use to host Shiba Prom. You do NOT need a Zoom account to join Prom as a participant & Zoom will NOT charge you a fee to attend Prom. You can choose to download the Zoom app or use the web-based version to attend Prom. Click HERE to be redirected to the Zoom Support page.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND?
You need a stable Internet connection on a supported mobile device or computer in order to use Zoom. Please refer to the Zoom Support page above to determine if your device is compatible. Prom features a live DJ who will use Spotify to spin some booty-shakin' beats, but you do NOT need a Spotify account to listen to the music. Otherwise, there are no requirements other than wanting to have fun raising funds!
WHERE DOES MY DONATION MONEY GO?
The Prom fundraising activities that collect funds are actually collecting donations that can be used to distribute financial grants to Shiba Inu rescues throughout the United States. Grants help rescue Shiba Inus (& Shiba mixes) receive essential care & treatment. We are a nonprofit organization run by volunteers who do not receive salaries.
I HAVEN'T ATTENDED PROM IN AWHILE...WHAT HAPPENED TO SLACK & NING?
The Shibas decided Prom was in need of a makeover so they made the hoomans move Prom to Zoom. You can still enjoy fur-tastic tunes from the DJ, sliding down the gravy slide & ordering cheeseball shots & liver-tinis from the Bark-tender!
I WANT TO HELP! HOW CAN I BE A PROM VOLUNTEER?
The Shibas would love your help! Send them an email or message on social media using the icons at the bottom of this page.
I AM NOT ABLE TO ATTEND PROM OR PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTIVITIES. CAN I STILL DONATE TO HELP THE SHIBAS?
Yes! You can donate using our Paypal button below. The Shibas thank you!
Shiba Prom is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) fundraising & grants organization that helps support rescued Shiba Inus (& Shiba mixes) as their rescue organizations get them ready for adoption. The funds we raise through the generosity of our very kind supporters help Shibas get everything from essential medical care to food, treats & supplies. Each year, we host our main event also called SHIBA PROM!
WHAT IS SHIBA PROM?
A live, online "prom" based on the idea that Shiba Inus are attending Prom to celebrate the pawsomeness of being a Shiba while having fun raising funds for their fellow Shibas in need who are awaiting adoption, medical treatment or necessary supplies. The very first Prom was held in 2012 & over $100,000 has been raised since then in honor of Shiba rescues. Over the years, "honorary' Shibas” (pets that wish to be a “Shiba for the Day”) started to attend Prom to support their Shiba fur-iends such as non-Shiba dog breeds, cats (affectionately called "meowies") & even a lizard!
Prom has a theme every year & costumes are highly encouraged! Prom is hosted by a Master of Ceremonies (MC) who will keep things rolling throughout the night. Prom features a live DJ spinning a Spotify playlist & a virtual Bark-Tender serving favorite libations such as tuna shots & liver-tinis. Online chat participation is encouraged amongst Prom goers & keeps the energy high! Prom also includes an intermission video segment, trivia with door prizes & a variety of fundraising activities such as a photo contest, raffles, reserve a calendar day & swag!
WHEN IS SHIBA PROM 2023 & WHAT IS THE THEME?
May 6, 2023 from 8pm-10:30pm EST (held on Zoom) & the theme is Shibas of the Carrib-Inu (pirates)! Are 'ye seaworthy enough to pawty on the poop deck? **Photo contest winners & raffle winners will be announced this year during Prom so 'ye might wan'ta stick around, me hearties, to hear if'ye won!**
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND?
The entry fee has been waived since the COVID-19 pandemic to allow Prom-goers to attend in an affordable way while still being able to have fun participating in Prom fundraising activities.
WHO CAN ATTEND PROM?
Anyshibabody! You do not need to be a Shiba Inu to attend. All walks of fur, feathers & scales (& shells!) are welcome to be an "honorary Shiba for the day!" **Rescues are encouraged to attend & paw-ticipate in ALL fundraising activities such as the photo contest & raffle baskets**
I CAN'T ATTEND PROM. CAN I STILL PARTICIPATE IN PROM ACTIVITIES & HAVE FUN?
YES!!! In fact, the Shibas insist you have fun!!! You do NOT have to attend actual Prom in order to have fun buying raffle tickets or entering & voting in the photo contest! Winners are announced during Prom, but just because you can't attend does NOT mean you can't participate. You can also buy swag or reserve-a-calendar day!
HOW DO I PARTICIPATE IN PROM ACTIVITIES?
Head back to the main event page for all 2023 Prom activities & follow the instructions! Some activities are available one month before Prom starts while others will be available closer to Prom. Some activities are contests & others are not. Some activities are free & others are not. Any activity that requires payment is a type of fundraiser aimed at our motto of, "Having Fun Raising Funds!" The funds you spend on activities are all donations that will help support rescue Shiba Inus (& Shiba mixes!) in need. Remember, DOLLARS = DONATIONS! Some activities requiring payment will take place in our NEW Shiba Prom Shop while others will redirect you to a 3rd party vendor site to complete your order.
WHAT IS THE SHIBA PROM SHOP?
We have a NEW Shiba Prom Shop (virtual storefront) for 2023 where Prom goers can buy raffle tickets & some other items. Multiple Shiba Prom Shop orders can be stored in your cart until you are ready to check out - no need to make separate transactions. We hope you enjoy this new experience for 2023! Learn more HERE!
HOW DO I ATTEND PROM?
We will provide a Zoom link to attend Prom on our webpage, Facebook & Instagram. When you click the Zoom link on your mobile device or computer, you are entered into a virtual meeting space (aka Prom for us!). You do not need to enable your video & audio while you are attending Prom, but it makes the experience more fun! You can enter/leave Prom as often as you need, & you can stay for as long as you like!
WHAT IS ZOOM?
According to Shibas, Zoom is not as fun as having the ZOOMIES! But, they agree we should keep using it to host Prom. Zoom is an online meeting space that we use to host Shiba Prom. You do NOT need a Zoom account to join Prom as a participant & Zoom will NOT charge you a fee to attend Prom. You can choose to download the Zoom app or use the web-based version to attend Prom. Click HERE to be redirected to the Zoom Support page.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND?
You need a stable Internet connection on a supported mobile device or computer in order to use Zoom. Please refer to the Zoom Support page above to determine if your device is compatible. Prom features a live DJ who will use Spotify to spin some booty-shakin' beats, but you do NOT need a Spotify account to listen to the music. Otherwise, there are no requirements other than wanting to have fun raising funds!
WHERE DOES MY DONATION MONEY GO?
The Prom fundraising activities that collect funds are actually collecting donations that can be used to distribute financial grants to Shiba Inu rescues throughout the United States. Grants help rescue Shiba Inus (& Shiba mixes) receive essential care & treatment. We are a nonprofit organization run by volunteers who do not receive salaries.
I HAVEN'T ATTENDED PROM IN AWHILE...WHAT HAPPENED TO SLACK & NING?
The Shibas decided Prom was in need of a makeover so they made the hoomans move Prom to Zoom. You can still enjoy fur-tastic tunes from the DJ, sliding down the gravy slide & ordering cheeseball shots & liver-tinis from the Bark-tender!
I WANT TO HELP! HOW CAN I BE A PROM VOLUNTEER?
The Shibas would love your help! Send them an email or message on social media using the icons at the bottom of this page.
I AM NOT ABLE TO ATTEND PROM OR PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTIVITIES. CAN I STILL DONATE TO HELP THE SHIBAS?
Yes! You can donate using our Paypal button below. The Shibas thank you!