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The many homeless animals that enter the shelter every year are given a new chance to find their forever home because of donations and the willingness of individuals to volunteer for the Humane Society. Your financial and volunteer support allow us to provide direct care for over 1,000 animals each year plus help hundreds more throughout the community.
Your Donations Make a Difference!
The Humane Society of Livingston County is a private, non-profit 501(c) 3 organization which means all donations are tax deductible. We do not receive government funding and are not affiliated with any other animal shelter or humane society for financial support. We rely on the generosity of people like you to continue our mission to support the responsible care of every animal in our community. Donations help provide the essentials for our day-to-day operations as well as required medical procedures and veterinary care. By making a donation, you are helping to keep the animals in our care warm, safe and well as we work to find them a loving home. Every donation, no matter the size, is greatly appreciated!
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Help us help the animals by making a donation today! Click on the link above to make a donation now using your PayPal account, Visa, Mastercard, or other accepted methods on line via the security of PayPal.
Other Ways to Donate
There are many ways you can make a donation to HSLC. Please consider the method that works best for you and send a donation today to help fund the care of our ever increasing number of homeless pets.
For more information about donations, contact us or send an email to donations@humane-livingston.org.
Send your donation by mail
Send your check or money order to:
Humane Society of Livingston County
2464 Dorr Road
Howell, Michigan 48843
Join Us for Fundraising Events
The Humane Society of Livingston County hosts several fundraising events throughout the year. Check our web site often for the latest News and Events and be sure to Join Our Email List to receive HSLC Newsletters and notices about upcoming events!
Donate Goods & Services
Do you have items that might be of use to the Humane Society? Do you own or manage a business that could offer goods or services? Gifts can range from dog leashes or cat litter to gift certificates or items for raffles or auction at one of our fundraisers. Take a look at our Wish List for items we need most and drop them off during shelter hours. We ask you to call before bringing any especially large or unusual items.
Donate by Shopping
You can earn money for the HSLC without any added cost to you simply by shopping at the local or online stores listed here>>
Establish your own Planned Giving Program
You can find comfort in saving lives and helping homeless animals while leaving a lasting legacy when you establish a personal, planned giving program. There are many ways to give that could also offer financial benefits including tax reduction or even lifetime income from a gift. For example, you can name the Humane Society of Livingston County in your estate when planning your will or trust. You can donate or transfer ownership of stocks, bonds, or other assets to HSLC. You could make an investment like a Charitable Gift Annuity or designate HSLC as the beneficiary for a life insurance policy. Please consult with your financial advisor for the methods of giving that are most appropriate for you.
No matter what you decide, we are very grateful you have considered doing something special for the Humane Society of Livingston County. Remember, no gift is "too small" -- even a modest investment or contribution can provide a steady income to pay for daily operations or special projects. If you have questions about finding ways to help our animals in need, please contact Barb Benford by phone: 517-552-8050, ext. 12 or email: barb@humane-livingston.org.
Sponsor an Animal Cage at our Shelter
By sponsoring a cage at our shelter, you help ensure the comfort that every animal deserves. fresh food and water, professional medical care, and a safe, temporary home with hope of finding that special someone to give them a forever, loving home. You can sponsor a cat cage, small dog cage, or large dog run for one year or make a multiple year commitment. To acknowledge your generosity, a special plaque will be affixed to the door of your sponsored cage engraved with your business name and information or your own personal message. For current pricing or more information, contact us.
Purchase an Engraved Brick or Silk Screened Tile for our Memorial and Honor Wall
The Humane Society of Livingston County offers several options for commemorating a beloved person, pet, or special event. You can have a brick specially engraved and placed permanently in our garden or pathway area. The bricks are offered in two sizes: The 4" x 8" brick has space for one or two lines of engraving. The 8" x 8" brick will allow up to 5 lines for your personal message. For a more customized option, you can create an elegant 8 x 8 ceramic tile with your own design or camera-ready art to be installed in the reception area of our shelter. Proceeds from the sale of these bricks and tiles will be used to support the HSLC building fund. For current pricing and more information, contact us.
Memorials & Honorariums
Monetary gifts can be made in any amount and designated "In Honor Of" or "In Memory Of" a beloved pet or special person. HSLC will send a special card acknowledging your gift to the person you specify. Your gift will not only honor a friend or loved one, but will help the many homeless animals served by the Humane Society of Livingston County. For more information, contact us or print and mail this Donation Form with your check or credit card information.
United Way Donations
You can designate the HSLC as the recipient of your United Way donations. For more information, contact your local United Way Foundation.
Employer Matching Gift Programs
Many employers offer "matching gift programs" and will contribute additional money as an incentive to encourage their employees to donate money or volunteer their time to qualified, charitable organizations. Keep in mind, HSLC is a non-profit, 501(c) 3 organization, so your donations are tax deductible. We are not affiliated with any other animal organization or humane society and do not receive tax dollars. Check with your employer to find out if they participate in this type of program.
Volunteer
Volunteers are invaluable to the shelter operations, whether it's in the capacity of walking dogs, assisting with office work, socializing cats, working at fund-raisers or serving on our board of directors. And, we always need volunteers! If you would like to make a difference improving the lives of animals by giving a much appreciated gift of your time and talents, consider joining us! Learn more about volunteering>>
Community Partnerships
The community is the backbone and, in many ways, the beneficiary of our shelter operations. If you manage a business, lead a youth group, or are influential in other organizations, please consider partnering with HSLC to increase awareness and support of our mission. There are many ways we can work together that will benefit your business, motivate participants throughout the community, and generate donations for our homeless pets. We also have several events each year offering opportunities for corporate sponsorship. Learn more about ways you can partner with HSLC.
Other Ways You Can Help HSLC
There are many other ways you can help the HSLC. If you can give just a few hours each month, we can find a way for you to contribute and feel good about helping the animals at our shelter. Do you have a group that would like to set up a fundraiser? Are you hosting an event that would offer an opportunity to raise awareness and donations for homeless pets and animal welfare in our community? Maybe you would just like to spend a little time away from your normal routine and look into the eyes of a grateful animal companion? Looking for a way to spend some quality family time together? There are lots of ways kids can help too! Let's get creative.here are some ideas to help you get started. Learn more>>
Every effort, no matter how small, can make a difference in the lives of your pets & our community!
- Spay or neuter your pet.
- Talk to your friends, neighbors and family about spaying or neutering their pets.
- Keep your pets up to date on their vaccinations.
- Educate your children about proper pet care.
- Keep an identification tag on your pet and take pictures to be used if they ever get lost.
- Never leave your pet in a car on a HOT or COLD day.
- Clean up your antifreeze puddles--it's poison
- Don't let your pet ride loose in the back of a pickup truck.
- Always have your dog on a leash
- Eliminate dog bites--ask before you or your child pets an unknown animal.
- Leave wild animals in the wild.
- Call your local Animal Control Department if you see a case of animal cruelty or neglect.
- Stop if you see an animal hit by a car or needing emergency help and, in Livingston County, call 911.
- Treat animals the way you would want to be treated if you were them.
- Give your pets a hug and tell them you love them--ASAP!!
