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Directory of Pet Charities in America
Charity Name | Contact Information | Website Link | Services Offered | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) | (212) 876-7700 | Rescue, adoption, veterinary care, legislative advocacy | Supports nationwide shelters; offers grants for vet care; multilingual staff. | |
Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) | (202) 452-1100 | Rescue, adoption, disaster relief, policy reform | Provides pet care resources; supports no-kill initiatives; call for aid. | |
Best Friends Animal Society | (435) 644-2001 | No-kill advocacy, sanctuary care, adoption programs | Largest no-kill sanctuary in Kanab, UT; offers foster support; multilingual. | |
PetSmart Charities | (800) 423-7387 | Adoption partnerships, vet care funding, food banks | Funds 400,000+ adoptions yearly; 90% of donations support pets; contact for aid. | |
North Shore Animal League America | (516) 883-7575 | No-kill rescue, adoption, medical care | Saved over 1 million pets since 1944; offers low-cost clinics; call for details. | |
The Pet Fund | (916) 443-6007 | Financial assistance for vet care | Requires phone contact before applying; aids non-emergency care; waiting list. | |
Paws 4 A Cure | (877) 971-7279 | Vet care financial aid for all illnesses/injuries | All-volunteer; no breed/age discrimination; apply online for assistance. | |
RedRover Relief | (916) 429-2457 | Emergency vet care funding, disaster relief | Provides urgent aid; partners with shelters; contact for eligibility. | |
Frankie’s Friends | (866) 256-8350 | Funding for specialty/emergency vet care | Nonprofit for lifesaving treatments; apply online; call for details. | |
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) | (202) 337-2332 | Advocacy, rescue, policy reform | Focuses on reducing cruelty; offers educational resources; multilingual support. | |
Alley Cat Allies | (240) 482-1980 | Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), cat welfare support | Pioneered TNR; supports 600+ municipalities; call for community programs. | |
The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee | (931) 796-6500 | Elephant rescue and care | Niche focus; educates on exotic pets; not for domestic pets directly. | |
Marine Mammal Center | (415) 289-7325 | Marine animal rescue and rehab | Focuses on seals/seals; limited domestic pet support; call for info. | |
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | (828) 505-3440 | Dog/cat rescue, adoption, foster care | Based in NC; offers low-cost clinics; multilingual staff available. | |
Jameson Humane | (707) 942-0916 | Rescue, adoption, financial aid for owners | Supports pet retention; based in CA; call for aid programs. | |
United States War Dogs Association | (877) 738-7180 | Support for military working dogs | Niche focus; aids owners with vet costs; contact for eligibility. | |
Grey Muzzle Organization | (612) 293-6604 | Senior dog rescue, vet care funding | Focuses on aging pets; offers grants; call for application process. | |
Morris Animal Foundation | (303) 790-2340 | Research funding, pet health studies | Invests in canine health; provides free memorials; not direct aid. | |
Soi Dog Foundation (U.S. Branch) | (888) 409-2576 | Stray dog rescue, international support | U.S. branch supports Thailand efforts; call for donation/fundraising info. | |
VCA Charities | (310) 309-4666 | Grants for shelters, adoption support | Awarded $2.3M in 2024; partners with local rescues; contact for grants. | |
Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY | (212) 542-1960 | Vet care, food pantry, foster care (NYC focus) | NYC-specific; aids vulnerable residents; call for eligibility. | |
Animal Charities of America | (888) 842-4127 | Support for various animal welfare causes | Partners with multiple nonprofits; offers donor opportunities; multilingual. | |
The Animal Foundation (Las Vegas) | (702) 955-5932 | Rescue, adoption, low-cost vet care | Nevada’s largest shelter; saved 16,900+ pets in 2024; call for aid. | |
Rescued Pets Movement | (281) 528-2950 | Rescue, transport, foster care | Saved 94,000+ pets since 2013; based in Houston; contact for donations. | |
American Humane Society | (866) 714-6466 | Rescue, disaster relief, welfare standards | Protects 1B+ animals yearly; offers pet preparedness aid; multilingual support. |