The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County is an independent non-profit organization with 501(c)3 status. To fulfill our mission, we depend upon tax-deductible donations from generous donors like you.

Donate to Help Animals

Your gift to the Humane Society provides food, shelter, veterinary care, and a loving touch to thousands of animals in need. Donations make it possible to find loving homes for 7,000 animals every year, re-unite 2,000 pets with their owners, and spay and neuter thousands of animals belonging to low-income families.

1. Secure Online Donation
2. Print and mail our Donation Form - PDF
3. Phone (253) 284.5802

Become a Member

Any donation will make you a member of the Humane Society, but we hope that you will want to join one of our giving clubs by donating at the following levels.

Paw Talk

In addition to our token of appreciation, all giving club members also receive a subscription to Paw Talk - our annual membership newsletter.

Tax Deductions

Memberships are based on a calendar year and all gifts made within the year are cumulative. Donations are tax deductible to the extent provided by law.  The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County is a 501(c)3, independent non-profit organization which depends upon the generous donations of our members to fund the vital programs and services we offer. The Humane Society is not a government agency nor associated with any national or other animal welfare organization.

Automatic or Recurring Gifts

Many members choose the convenience of recurring gifts, in which a set amount of  $10, $20, or more is automatically deducted from a credit card or checking account each month. These regular gifts add up to a generous contribution by the end of the year, giving donors the ease and convenience of repeat contributions that add up to a lot of help for homeless pets.

Sponsor a Kennel

Consider sponsoring a dog or cat kennel for a year for just $250. A special paw plaque will be placed on the kennel to acknowledge your gift.

Memorials & Honorariums

Donations may be made in memory, or honor, of an animal or individual. Please specify the name of the pet or person being remembered or honored.  Also, let us know the name/address of the person or organization making the donation, so that we may acknowledge the gift. Honorarium and Memorial donations are listed in the Humane Society’s newsletter, Paw Talk.

Donate a Vehicle

Northwest Charity Donation Service acts as your representative in accepting vehicle donations and forwarding the proceeds to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. This simple process will helps you avoid the headache of trying to sell a car and provides free vehicle pick-up. Be sure to indicate "The Humane Society for Tacoma/Pierce County" when donating.

» Go to Northwest Charities Online Vehicle Donation Form

Workplace Donations

Many employers make it easy for you to help animals through workplace giving programs, including the United Way, the Combined Federal Campaign, and the Washington State Combined Fund Drive. Use the appropriate code to direct your donation to the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County:

• Washington State Combined Fund Drive code - 456524
• Our EIN number (for tax purposes) is 91-0577128

Does your employer have a matching gift program? Some businesses match the gifts (or the volunteer time) of employees — increasing what your donation can do for homeless pets.

Humane Heritage

Have you considered naming the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County in your will or estate plans? It’s a wonderful way to ensure your compassion for animals will continue long past your lifetime. Contact our Development Staff for more information on including the Humane Society in your estate planning.

Our Wish List

If you would like to donate new or used items to the Humane Society, we are always in need of:

• Newspapers
• Used blankets (not loose weave or fleece)
• Towels in good condition
• Clay cat litter
• Plastic crates (especially cat-sized)
• Clear plexiglass clipboards
• “Kong” brand Giant, Extreme or Ultra size Kings
• AA batteries
• Canned pet food (high quality)

Shelter pets are fed a high-quality, consistent diet, and provided with Kong toys only. Donated food and most pet-related items are distributed to low-income pet owners through our Emergency Food Bank.

Toys, food, and other pet supplies are purchased at wholesale prices, so a cash donation is more cost-effective than purchasing and donating those types of items themselves. If you would like to make a donation for a specific item, here are some ideas:

• $250 sponsors a dog kennel or cat cage for a year
• $200 buys vaccines for 50 dogs and cats
• $150 buys a portable cat condo for off-site adoptions
• $100 vaccinates, feeds, and cares for a shelter dog or cat for a week
• $75 pays for a diagnostic X-ray for an injured animal
• $50 buys a special PVC and canvas kennel bed for the dogs to lay on
• $50 spays a dog for a low-income owner
• $25 neuters a male cat for a low-income owner
• $15 buys a case of specialty food for an ill or elderly animal
• $15 buys a gallon of pet shampoo, making pets more attractive to adopters
• $10 purchases a large Kong toy and enough treats to fill it for a week
• $10 buys a cuddly cat bed
• $5 buys a can of formula for orphaned puppies and kittens

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Non-Profit Status: The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County is an independent non-profit organization with 501(c)3 status. Review our IRS Form 990