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Baltimore animal organizations

There are 304animal-focused nonprofit organizations in the greater Baltimoremetro area, including the cities of Baltimore, Columbia, and Towson. Combined, these Baltimore metro animal organizationsemploy 1,447 people, earn more than $163 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $380 million.
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Types of animal organizations in Baltimore

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations
192
$61,511,132
Wildlife conservation and protection organizations
34
$9,797,110
Animal services organizations
27
$10,946,341
Wildlife sanctuaries and refuges
13
$1,029,901
Animal professional societies
11
$764,494
Organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofits
11
$0
Animal alliances and advocates
6
$196,014
Zoos and acquariums
3
$77,558,668
Organizations suppporting a single animal nonprofit
3
$0
Veterinary organizations
3
$1,637,309
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Job trends for Baltimore animal organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
49
1-10
17
11-25
7
26-100
9
101 to 1,000
4
1,000+
0
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Sizes of animal organizations in Baltimore

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
104
$250k to $1M
16
$1M to $5M
11
$5M to $25M
7
$25M to $100M
1
$100M+
0
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Directory of animal organizations in Baltimore

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The Maryland Spca

The Maryland SPCA rescues pets, connects them with loving homes, and promotes animal welfare through education, medical services, and community outreach.
Revenue
$7.9m
Assets
$38.0m
Employees
115
EIN
52-6001558
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Aquarium

National Aquarium connects people to nature, inspiring ocean conservation through education, habitat restoration, and sustainable practices while showcasing over 20,000 animals.
Revenue
$55.6m
Assets
$108.9m
Employees
442
EIN
52-1121163
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Oyster Recovery Partnership

The Oyster Recovery Partnership (orp) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit based in annapolis, Maryland, whose mission is to plan, promote and implement science-based and sustainable shellfish restoration, aquaculture and wild fishery activities to protect our envi....
Revenue
$7.9m
Assets
$1.9m
Employees
20
EIN
23-7204806
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity

CARE addresses bias in animal welfare, promoting inclusivity in pet adoption through media that features BiPOC stories and human-animal bonding.
Revenue
$8.0m
Assets
$7.0m
Employees
21
EIN
85-0557068
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue Society

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue Society saves draft horses from abuse, offers sanctuary, facilitates adoptions, and supports humane law enforcement across the U.S.
Revenue
$7.4m
Assets
$11.9m
Employees
47
EIN
59-3822764
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS)

Barcs takes in over 11,000 dogs and cats and approximately 1,000 exotic, wildlife and other small mammals each year. The animals that Barcs cares for were lost, abandoned, abused, neglected or surrendered by their owners.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$4.7m
Employees
116
EIN
86-1130456
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

Currently the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore's animal collection encompasses birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles, representing nearly 200 species. Animals are displayed in natural settings replicating their native habitats.
Revenue
$21.6m
Assets
$71.3m
Employees
241
EIN
52-0996352
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Baltimore Humane Society

Provides a temporary home, care for homeless animals. Offers adoption, spay/neuter services, full cremation/burial, and bereavement support. Located in Reisterstown, MD.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$11.6m
Employees
57
EIN
52-0623165
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Humane Society of Harford County

The Humane Society of Harford County promotes humane treatment, supports pet owners, and provides care for over 3,500 animals annually through various community services.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$8.7m
Employees
44
EIN
52-0567970
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals of Anne Arundel County

The SPCA of Anne Arundel County is the largest and oldest animal welfare organization in Anne Arundel County. They provide shelter and humane care for homeless animals in need and work as advocates for animal welfare in their community.
Revenue
$3.0m
Assets
$16.1m
Employees
49
EIN
52-0609154
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Defenders of Animal Rights

Defenders of Animal Rights rescues animals, provides humane education, and promotes responsible pet ownership. Located in Phoenix, MD.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$14.4m
Employees
10
EIN
52-1061126
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Days End Farm Horse Rescue

Rescues and rehabilitates abused and neglected horses in collaboration with local agencies, while also providing outreach programs to prevent abuse.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
25
EIN
52-1759077
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Romainia League in Defense of Animals

The Romanian League in Defense of Animals is a nonprofit organization located in Crofton, MD that runs two animal shelters and provides spaying, neutering, and adoption programs. It also supports the Rolda Foundation.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$548.9k
Employees
0
EIN
32-0176929
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Calvert Well Pet Clinic

Low-cost spay/neuter wellness clinic. Rescues, vets, and adopts pets including feral cats. Provides pet food bank and humane education.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$1.1m
Employees
18
EIN
52-2001456
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Humane Society of Kent County

Animal welfare organization in Kent County, MD promoting responsible pet ownership and operating an animal shelter and control function.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$7.1m
Employees
16
EIN
52-0796950
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humane Society of Carroll County

Carroll County's humane society provides shelter and adoption services, spaying and neutering programs, animal control, and promotes humane treatment of animals.
Revenue
$1.7m
Assets
$3.9m
Employees
29
EIN
52-0689149
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Pet Care Trust

The Pet Care Trust is a non-profit that funds classroom pets, enhancing students' education and empathy through interaction with animals.
Revenue
$756.3k
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
1
EIN
52-1684353
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Retired Racehorse Project

Retired Racehorse Project promotes and facilitates the adoption of retired thoroughbred racehorses through education and events showcasing their versatility.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$369.6k
Employees
9
EIN
27-1622725
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Animals' Angels Incorporated

Animals' Angels Inc. prevents cruelty to animals, improves conditions for farm animals, and works in the field inspecting livestock trucks, markets, and slaughterhouses.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$2.0m
Employees
6
EIN
20-8780367
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Small Miracles Cat and Dog Rescue

Small Miracles is a No-Kill Shelter. We exist to rescue unwanted and homeless cats and dogs and provide them with shelter and medical care until we match them up with appropriate new owners willing to adopt them.
Revenue
$855.6k
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
43
EIN
20-4323931
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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This category corresponds to the "D00: Animal Related: General" National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) code. Cause IQ determines NTEEs for organizations by its own internally-developed secret-sauce algorithms.
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