Fast & Furriest: Heroes and Paws
Schedule
Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Grace Church | Eden Prairie, MN
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At Fast and Furriest Heroes and Paws, we believe that the men and women who serve as first responders deserve more than gratitude—they deserve meaningful support for their mental health and well‑being. Every day, firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and other emergency personnel face high‑stress situations that can leave lasting emotional impacts. While they are trained to protect and save lives, they often carry invisible burdens that few outside their profession can fully understand.Our mission is to provide these heroes with emotional support animals (ESAs) and to raise awareness about the importance of mental health in the first responder community. Emotional support animals offer more than companionship; they bring comfort, reduce stress, and help restore balance in the lives of those who dedicate themselves to protecting others. By connecting first responders with these loyal companions, we aim to create a foundation of healing, resilience, and hope.
In addition, we proudly partner with local animal rescues to help find permanent homes for animals currently in foster care. This collaboration not only supports first responders in need of emotional support but also gives rescued animals the chance to thrive in loving, stable environments. Together, we create a powerful bond of healing—where heroes find comfort, and animals find forever families.
At Fast and Furriest Heroes and Paws, we stand beside our heroes, one paw at a time. Together, we are building a future where mental health is prioritized, stigma is replaced with understanding, and every first responder has the support they need to thrive.
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Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Rd,Eden Prairie,MN,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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