Donate to Support Animal Rescue
Help provide care to animals in need.
Every year, thousands of dogs, cats, and other companion animals are given a second chance thanks to organizations that work to provide the care, shelter, and safety they deserve. Across the country, dedicated animal rescue organizations are working tirelessly to protect vulnerable animals, provide critical medical care, and connect them with loving forever homes. Many also offer spay/neuter programs, outreach services for pet owners, and community education to help reduce overpopulation and prevent cruelty.
How can you help rescue and protect animals in need?
Charity Navigator has curated a list of top-rated U.S.-based nonprofits focused on animal rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming. Your donation can help provide food, shelter, veterinary care, and adoption services for animals at risk. Support one or more trusted organizations through the Giving Basket and help create safer, healthier lives for companion animals across the country.
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List of Best Animal Rescue Charities
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Animal Rescue League of Berks County, Inc.
Birdsboro , PA
Berks ARL provides care, advocacy, and resources to improve the lives of animals and their human companions. -
Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County
Waukesha , WI
HAWS enriches lives by advocating for animals, providing education, and supporting pets and their people. -
Citizens for Animal Protection
Houston , TX
CAP shelters, rescues, and rehomes animals while promoting responsible pet ownership and community education. -
Humane Society of Greater Dayton
Dayton , OH
Humane Society of Greater Dayton protects animals through sheltering, adoption, spaying/neutering, and education programs. -
Animal Rescue League of Boston
Dedham , MA
ARL Boston champions animal welfare through rescue, care, community programs, and advocacy for vulnerable animals. -
Greenhill Humane Society, SPCA
Eugene , OR
Greenhill Humane Society shelters and supports animals through adoption, crisis care, spay/neuter, and education. -
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region
Colorado Springs , CO
HSPPR cares for homeless animals, promotes adoption, and provides education to strengthen the human-animal bond. -
Charlies Angels Animal Sanctuary Inc.
Monroe , NC
Charlie's Angels rescues at-risk animals in Western NC, providing medical care and adoption through its sanctuary.
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