Rescues & Nonprofits Directory
A growing directory of heart-led rescues and nonprofits. Curated with care. Shared with purpose. Each organization listed here is doing vital work—saving lives, offering sanctuary, and creating change. We update this space regularly to shine a light on those who need support the most.
Dog Rescues
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Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
Website: aceofheartsrescue.com
Description: Ace of Hearts Rescue is a nonprofit organization based in Pembroke Pines, Florida, dedicated to rescuing dogs from high-kill shelters and placing them into loving forever homes. Emphasizing second chances, lifelong commitment, and the power of compassion, their motto encapsulates their mission: "Rescue is my favorite breed." Through community engagement and education, Ace of Hearts Rescue strives to raise awareness about responsible pet ownership and the importance of adopting rescue animals.
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Location: Austin, Texas, USA
Website: https://austinbulldogrescue.com
Description: Austin Bulldog Rescue (ABR) is a volunteer-run, 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing of unwanted English Bulldogs. Operating primarily in the Austin and Northwest San Antonio areas, ABR provides comprehensive medical and behavioral care for each dog in their program. With a strong focus on education, they advocate for responsible pet ownership and breed-specific awareness. Every bulldog is placed in a loving foster home and carefully matched with an adoptive family based on personality, health, and lifestyle compatibility. ABR relies solely on tax-deductible donations and does not operate a public shelter.
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Location: Pasco, United States
Website: https://linktr.ee/CarleyW
Description: Carley’s Fosters/Sanctuary is a one-woman mission fueled by compassion. As an independent rescuer, Carley takes in animals—especially those with medical needs—offering them a safe haven and a second chance. Her TikTok channel (@carleywolodkewitsch1) documents heartwarming rescues, healing journeys, and the realities of solo animal rescue. Just an animal lover doing her best, she embodies everyday heroism in the world of animal welfare.
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Location: United States
Website: www.compassionatecaninesociety.org
Description: Compassionate Canine Society is committed to improving the lives of dogs through research-driven advocacy, compassionate education, and hands-on care. Guided by the belief that every animal deserves a life free from suffering, their team works to advance animal welfare practices, cultivate empathy, and support animals in need. Their mission is to foster dignity, respect, and compassion for animals—locally and globally.
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Location: East Texas, USA
Website: linktr.ee/countyroadsrescue
Description: County Roads Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to saving the lives of abandoned and neglected dogs and cats across East Texas. With a mission rooted in compassion and community, they work tirelessly to provide rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming for animals in need. Their social channels, including their heartfelt and educational TikTok @dani_dava_therescuers, offer a behind-the-scenes look into the everyday triumphs and trials of animal rescue.
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Location: Minnesota, USA
Website: https://emotionalrescuedogs.org/
Description: Founded in Spring 2017 by Shannon Tarr, Emotional Rescue is a foster-based dog rescue driven by compassion and urgency. They specialize in saving dogs with severe medical and emotional needs—those who are neglected, abused, or abandoned, especially from South and North Dakota reservations and high-risk shelters. With no physical facility and no paid staff, every donation goes directly to the care of their dogs. They focus on mending broken spirits and healing wounded bodies, giving each dog a second chance at life and love. Emotional Rescue operates as a for-profit LLC, so donations are not tax deductible, but they are deeply impactful.
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Location: North Texas, USA
Website: https://www.hsnt.org
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@humanesocietyntx
Description: The Humane Society of North Texas (HSNT) is a leading force in animal protection and welfare across North Texas. With a vision to build a community where pets and people save each other, HSNT offers lifesaving programs that focus on adoption, cruelty intervention, and keeping pets with the families who love them. Their mission is to save, shelter, protect, and advocate for all animals in need, providing both critical services and hope to homeless pets and the people who care for them.
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Location: Texas, USA
Website: https://justagirlsavingdogs.org/
Contact: justagirlsavingdogs@gmail.com
Description: Founded by Jeane, a “boots on the ground” rescuer based in Texas, Just A Girl Saving Dogs is a heartfelt mission dedicated to rehabilitating street dogs and preparing them for life as cherished family companions. With a focus on creating a nurturing, home-like environment, this 501(c)(3) nonprofit offers an alternative to traditional shelter settings—envisioning a bed-and-breakfast-style sanctuary designed for canine comfort and healing.
Their work includes:
Full veterinary care, including spay/neuter
Open-space living environments for play, rest, and socialization
Partnerships with established rescues across the U.S. to ensure long-term adoption success
Support for owner surrenders and pet retention efforts within families
Jeane documents rescue stories and daily life with her dogs on TikTok, Instagram, and Lemon8, shining a light on the ongoing street dog crisis in her community—and offering hope, one dog at a time.
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765 Nonaville Road, Mount Juliet, TN 37122Website:
https://ofsds.org/Description: Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary (OFSDS), founded in 2012 by Zina and Michael Goodin, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing lifetime homes and care to senior dogs. Located in Mount Juliet, Tennessee, the sanctuary offers a loving environment where elderly dogs can live out their golden years in comfort, safety, and peace. OFSDS operates a Forever Foster Home network, enabling more senior dogs to be placed in loving home settings for the duration of their lives. The organization also focuses on educating the public about the joys and challenges of caring for aging dogs and collaborates with other rescue groups to promote senior dog adoption. As of 2022, OFSDS has provided sanctuary to over 1,400 elderly and disabled dogs at its facilities.
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Location: Caliente, California, United States
Website: https://pawsibilitiesranch.godaddysites.com
Description: Pawsibilities Ranch is dedicated to creating a compassionate community that prevents and alleviates cruelty toward animals—especially those who have been abandoned, neglected, or deprived. This sanctuary offers love, care, and a safe haven for animals, including sanctuary dogs with trauma or aggression histories who are not adoptable. When possible, the ranch lovingly rehomes animals who are ready to heal and thrive in new, nurturing homes.
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300 Orchard Drive, West Columbia, SC 29170Website:
https://petsinc.org/Description: PETSinc, founded in December 1991by Patricia “Pat” McQueen and Jane Brundage, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, no-kill animal rescue organization serving South Carolina's Midlands. The organization is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming unwanted and homeless dogs and cats. They address each animal’s physical and emotional needs, providing medical, nutritional, and rehabilitation services to ensure successful, lifelong adoptions. In addition to their adoption services, PETSinc offers a low-cost, full-service veterinary clinic, including spay-neuter surgeries, to help control pet and shelter overpopulation. They also focus on public awareness and education about the causes and solutions to the plight of homeless animals in the United States.
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Location: Buffalo, New York
Website: https://sweetbuffalo716.com
Category: Emergency & Disaster Relief
Badge:Hope & Healing Ally
Description: Founded in 2016 by former community news reporter and PR professional Kimberly LaRussa, Sweet Buffalo to the Rescue is a compassionate media platform turned movement of meaningful action. What began as a blog blossomed into a force for good—amplifying stories that inspire, organizing surprise events for children in hospitals, and supporting both people and pets in need. From arranging heartwarming superhero visits and birthday campaigns for children battling illness to fundraising for animal rescues and nonprofits, Sweet Buffalo has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through its dedication to kindness, connection, and community care.
Cat Rescues
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Flatbush, Brooklyn, New YorkWebsite:
https://flatbushcats.org/Description:
Flatbush Cats, founded in 2017 by Will Zweigart, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of community cats in Brooklyn through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), rescue, and education. Operating primarily in the Flatbush neighborhood, the organization addresses the challenges of stray and feral cat overpopulation in New York City's dense urban landscape. Their comprehensive approach includes TNR operations, adoption and fostering programs, and medical services for stray cats and kittens. Flatbush Cats also provides training for volunteers interested in TNR methods, emphasizing community involvement. Relying entirely on donations and volunteer support, the organization has built a substantial social media presence to raise awareness and engage the public in their mission. -
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Washington, D.C.Website:
https://kittenlady.org/Description:
Kitten Lady is a project founded by Hannah Shaw, an award-winning kitten rescuer, humane educator, and New York Times bestselling author. The organization is dedicated to the rescue and advocacy for orphaned kittens, providing educational resources and training to individuals and animal shelters on how to care for neonatal kittens. Through workshops, instructional media, and public speaking engagements, Kitten Lady aims to raise awareness and offer guidance on kitten care. Additionally, Hannah Shaw established the Orphan Kitten Club, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports innovative programs, including shelter grants and pediatric research, to protect the most vulnerable -
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Website: https://linktr.ee/phoenixthecat
Description: Phoenix & Friends Cat Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to saving the most vulnerable felines. The rescue is named after Phoenix, a brave cat who was found burned on April 26, 2023, and has since made a miraculous recovery. Based in Pittsburgh, this organization shares updates, rescues, and heartwarming stories through their TikTok channel, inspiring hope and compassion across the animal rescue community.
Equine & Farm Animal Rescues
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Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee, USA
Website: https://boosequinerescue.com
Description: A 501(c)(3) nonprofit sanctuary dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating horses in need. Boudreaux’s offers a safe haven where unwanted horses are given a second chance at life in a loving, nurturing environment. Through community programs like “Yoga with Horses,” they raise awareness while creating meaningful connections between humans and rescued equines. Tax-deductible donations directly support the horses' food, medical care, and safe living spaces. Volunteers are welcome to join their mission and help shape a better future for these gentle beings.
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Location: United States
Website: TikTok Profile
Donate: CashApp: $Brittenfarms
Description: Britten Farms is a dedicated nonprofit horse rescue providing safe haven and rehabilitation for horses in need. With a strong, compassionate presence on TikTok, they document daily care, rescues, and heartfelt recoveries to raise awareness and support. Operated by a small team with big hearts, they rely on community donations to continue their mission of giving horses a second chance at life.
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3136 Aikens Rd, Watkins Glen, NY 14891Website: https://www.farmsanctuary.org/
Description: Founded in 1986, Farm Sanctuary is a pioneering safe haven where rescued farm animals live with dignity and inspire change. Nestled in the picturesque Finger Lakes Region of upstate New York, their 275-acre sanctuary is home to more than 500 rescued cows, pigs, turkeys, and other farm animals. Each resident has a unique story of survival, highlighting the realities farm animals face in modern agriculture. Through rescue, education, and advocacy, Farm Sanctuary aims to end animal agriculture and foster compassionate vegan living, envisioning a world where sanctuary replaces exploitation.
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17250 Old Frederick Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771Website: https://www.gentlegiantsdrafthorserescue.org/
Description: Founded in 2005, Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue is a 501(c)(3) equine welfare organization dedicated to rescuing draft and draft cross horses from slaughter, abuse, and neglect. Situated on over 300 acres in Mount Airy, Maryland, the rescue houses more than 150 horses at a time and brings over 300 horses to safety each year. Their comprehensive program focuses on rescuing, rehabilitating, retraining, and rehoming these gentle giants, with the goal of finding each horse a permanent, loving home. For those less likely to be adopted, they offer lifetime sanctuary. Additionally, Gentle Giants actively engages in public education and advocacy efforts to end the slaughter of U.S. horses for human consumption.
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Skydog Ranch & Sanctuary operates across two primary locations:Oregon: A sprawling 9,000-acre sanctuary near Bend, Oregon.
California: An 11-acre ranch in Malibu, California.
Website: https://www.skydogranch.org/
Description: Skydog Ranch & Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing America's wild mustangs and burros from neglect, kill pens, and other perilous situations. The sanctuary provides these majestic animals with the healing, space, and freedom they need to thrive once more. The Oregon ranch offers vast open spaces for wild horses and burros to live in a natural environment, while the Malibu location serves as a haven for gentler horses who enjoy human interaction, acting as ambassadors for their counterparts still in need. Beyond rescue and rehabilitation, Skydog Ranch is committed to raising public awareness about the challenges wild horses face, advocating for their protection, and promoting humane alternatives to current management practices.
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Location: Montague Township, New Jersey, United States
Website: https://tamerlaine.org
Description: Tamerlaine Sanctuary & Preserve is a 336-acre haven dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and advocating for abused and neglected farmed animals. Founded by Gabrielle Stubbert and Peter Nussbaum in 2013, the sanctuary is deeply rooted in compassion, education, and ecological restoration.
Tamerlaine's mission centers on four pillars:
CARING for farmed animals in need,
EDUCATING the public on animal protection and environmental ethics,
PRESERVING native wildlife through habitat restoration, and
ADVOCATING for a more compassionate, sustainable world.Their immersive outreach—from personalized tours and educational programs to global awareness campaigns—seeks to inspire empathy and spark lasting change. Each resident animal receives specialized care to thrive physically, emotionally, and socially in their forever home.
Through conservation efforts, Tamerlaine is also restoring native ecosystems, helping wildlife flourish amidst growing threats of habitat loss.
Motto:Rescue. Educate. Inspire.
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Location: 16943 Platinum Place, Lakeside, CA 92040
Website: https://treatthemrght.com/
Description: Treat Them R+ght Rescue (TTR+) is a fully vegan, family-operated, and volunteer-based animal rescue and sanctuary dedicated to the betterment of animal welfare. Founded in 2022, TTR+ supports animals through rescue, animal activism, environmental education, and compassionate outreach. Their sanctuary offers safe haven and care for abandoned, mistreated, or homeless animals—especially farm animals—while using positive reinforcement training and fear-free, force-free handling methods. While still growing their physical capacity, they actively assist in fostering and placement through community connections and social media advocacy. At TTR+, there are no tricks—only treats.
Wildlife & Nature Conservation
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2999 County Road 53, Keenesburg, CO 80643Website: https://www.wildanimalsanctuary.org/
Description:
Established in 1980, The Wild Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and providing lifelong homes for captive large carnivores that have been abused, abandoned, or illegally kept. Situated on over 1,214 acres of rolling grasslands in Keenesburg, Colorado, the sanctuary is home to more than 750 animals, including lions, tigers, bears, wolves, and other large carnivores. The sanctuary offers expansive habitats where these animals can roam freely, promoting their physical and psychological well-being. In addition to its rescue and rehabilitation efforts, the sanctuary focuses on educating the public about the Captive Wildlife Crisis and the importance of conservation. Visitors can explore the sanctuary via the "Mile Into the Wild" elevated walkway, providing unique observation opportunities without causing stress to the animals. -
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Headquarters: D-210, Defence Colony, New Delhi-110024, IndiaWebsite: https://wildlifesos.org/
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Established in 1995 by Geeta Seshamani and Kartick Satyanarayan, Wildlife SOS is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting India's wildlife through rescue, rehabilitation, and long-term conservation efforts. As the largest wildlife rescue organization in India, it operates 12 rescue and rehabilitation centers across the country, including facilities like the Elephant Conservation and Care Centre and the Agra Bear Rescue Facility. The organization addresses various aspects of wildlife conservation, such as mitigating human-wildlife conflict, conducting research, and providing alternative livelihoods for communities traditionally dependent on wildlife exploitation. Notably, Wildlife SOS played a pivotal role in ending the practice of 'dancing' bears in India by rescuing and rehabilitating over 650 sloth bears. Their holistic approach encompasses habitat preservation, public education, and active intervention to combat illegal wildlife trade. -
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167/9 Moo 4, Soi Mai Khao 10, Tambon Mai Khao, Amphur Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand.Website: https://soidog.org/
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Founded in 2003 by John and Gill Dalley, along with Margot Homburg Park, Soi Dog Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Phuket, Thailand, dedicated to improving the welfare of stray dogs and cats across Asia. The foundation focuses on humane and sustainable solutions to manage and reduce the stray animal population through extensive spay and neuter programs, having surpassed one million procedures since its inception. Soi Dog also provides medical treatment, operates rescue efforts, and facilitates adoption services for homeless and abused animals. Notably, the organization has been instrumental in combating the dog and cat meat trade in Southeast Asia, contributing to its elimination in Thailand and working towards ending it in neighboring countries. Visitors and volunteers are welcomed at their Phuket sanctuary, which houses state-of-the-art dog and cat hospitals and provides refuge to over 1,800 animals.
International Rescues
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Location: Atlixco, Puebla, Mexico
Website:Facebook| Instagram| TikTok
Description: Cuacolandia is a sanctuary dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and protecting equines who have suffered abuse or abandonment. Nestled in Atlixco, Puebla, this compassionate refuge offers a second chance to horses and donkeys, advocating for their welfare and raising awareness through heartfelt storytelling and educational content.
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Location: Cancún, Mexico
Website: esperanza-animal.org
TikTok: @esperanzaanimal
Description: Esperanza Animal, led by Caro Zuleta, is a heart-driven rescue based in Cancún. Caro dedicates herself to rescuing street dogs, nursing them back to health both physically and emotionally, and finding them loving forever homes. With a deep commitment to healing and hope, she turns pain into second chances—one paw at a time.
Emergency & Disaster Relief
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Location: New York City, New York, USA
Website: https://www.nycacc.org
Description: Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) is the city’s only open-admissions shelter, offering compassionate refuge for over 15,000 animals annually across all five boroughs. Since 1995, ACC has been committed to ending animal homelessness and supporting pet owners with vital community resources. Their programs include adoption services, foster care, medical support, and behavior training. With the help of volunteers, local rescue partners, and national organizations, ACC works tirelessly to find loving homes, reunite lost pets with families, and educate the public on responsible pet care. As a leader in emergency animal response in New York City, ACC’s mission is to ensure that every animal is valued and every home has the opportunity to welcome a pet.
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Location: Global
Website: https://greatergood.org/
Description: Greater Good Charities is a global nonprofit mobilizing resources to uplift people, pets, and the planet. With over $750 million invested in impactful initiatives, their work spans emergency aid, shelter support, animal rescue, and environmental protection. Committed to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, their programs drive real change where it’s needed most—responding to crises, restoring hope, and amplifying good across the globe.
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Location: Central San Joaquin Valley, California
Website: HeartOfTheHorse.org
Badges:Therapy Partner, Veteran Support, Disability Services
Description: The Heart of the Horse Therapy Ranch provides a hands-on equine experience for medically fragile children and veterans living with service-related injuries or severe PTSD. Dedicated to empowering individuals with severe physical disabilities, the ranch creates a safe and healing space where human and horse connect in profound ways.
Where Rescues Rise. Voices Unite, and Every Life Matters.
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Voices of Change
A collective of compassionate voices advocating for animal rescue and ethical adoption. Through impactful storytelling, educational outreach, and digital advocacy, this category shines a light on individuals and organizations using their platforms to raise awareness, share inspiring rescue journeys, and help shelter animals find loving, forever homes.
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Green Muse Guardians
Discover a curated collection of inspiring TikTok accounts dedicated to animal rescue. Follow for heartwarming stories, behind-the-scenes rescues, and the everyday heroes saving lives. Celebrate compassion—support animal rescuers making a real difference.
