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Maryland animal organizations

There are 775 animal-focused nonprofit organizations in Maryland. Combined, these Marylander animal organizations employ 2,910 people, earn more than $402 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $715 million.
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Types of animal organizations in Maryland

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations
 
482
 
$179,911,311
Wildlife conservation and protection organizations
 
115
 
$74,372,998
Animal services organizations
 
50
 
$7,145,424
Animal professional societies
 
35
 
$9,194,098
Wildlife sanctuaries and refuges
 
28
 
$13,798,224
Organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofits
 
18
 
$0
Veterinary organizations
 
13
 
$2,005,161
Animal alliances and advocates
 
12
 
$0
Endangered species protection organizations
 
10
 
$2,603,533
Zoos and acquariums
 
8
 
$127,131,915
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Animal organizations by major Maryland cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Baltimore
 
323
 
$189,441,019
Washington DC
 
288
 
$187,667,934
Salisbury
 
40
 
$3,596,359
Philadelphia, PA
 
27
 
$3,749,761
Hagerstown
 
21
 
$4,492,964
Lexington Park, MD
 
18
 
$921,011
Cumberland
 
17
 
$1,329,063
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Job trends for Maryland animal organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
108
1-10
 
31
11-25
 
23
26-100
 
25
101 to 1,000
 
7
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of animal organizations in Maryland

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
212
$250k to $1M
 
55
$1M to $5M
 
32
$5M to $25M
 
15
$25M to $100M
 
2
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of animal organizations in Maryland

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Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Association of Zoos and Aquariums advances wildlife conservation and education through accredited facilities, managing animal programs, and supporting species preservation initiatives.
Revenue
$20.9m
Assets
$35.2m
Employees
50
EIN
55-0526930
IRS type
501(c)(3)

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
$8.3m
Assets
$39.8m
Employees
115
EIN
52-6001558
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (NMSF)

The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is a private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) charity whose vision is to strengthen and expand the network of national marine sanctuaries for the benefit of current and future generations.
Revenue
$36.0m
Assets
$15.5m
Employees
124
EIN
94-3370994
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alley Cat Allies

Alley Cat Allies advocates for humane treatment and protection of all cats, empowering communities through education, resources, and innovative programs for their welfare.
Revenue
$22.3m
Assets
$39.7m
Employees
14
EIN
52-1742079
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Warrior Canine Connection (WCC)

Warrior Canine Connection is a pioneering organization that utilizes clinically based Canine Connection Therapy to help wounded Warriors reconnect with life, their families, their communities, and each other.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$18.5m
Employees
68
EIN
45-2981579
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
$74.4m
Assets
$101.5m
Employees
426
EIN
52-1121163
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wild Earth Allies

Wild Earth Allies joins forces with local organizations and individuals to protect the wildlife and habitats that are so vital to the global biodiversity and sustainability.
Revenue
$6.2m
Assets
$9.2m
Employees
13
EIN
04-2730954
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aaalac International

Aaalac International promotes animal welfare through accreditation, ensuring high standards of humane care and advancing responsible practices in science and education.
Revenue
$9.7m
Assets
$19.2m
Employees
20
EIN
36-2549660
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Last Chance Animal Rescue

Last Chance is a non-profit corporation that rescues and cares for abandoned pets and places them in good homes in Maryland, Washington, dc, and northen Virginia. Their Animal clinic provides high quality, high volume, low cost spay and neuter services.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$9.9m
Employees
141
EIN
52-2328626
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Born Free USA united with API

Born Free USA united with API protects wildlife through Compassionate Conservation, opposes captivity, supports primate sanctuary care, and strengthens laws and enforcement against exploitation.
Revenue
$8.3m
Assets
$7.7m
Employees
25
EIN
94-6187633
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Fisheries Society (AFS)

AFS is dedicated to advancing fisheries science, conservation and sustainability of fishery resources, and developing fisheries professionals.
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$7.0m
Employees
17
EIN
54-0683803
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Humane League

We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food by influencing the policies of the world's biggest companies, demanding legislation, and empowering others to take action and leave animals off their plates.
Revenue
$22.1m
Assets
$27.0m
Employees
112
EIN
04-3817491
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Center for A Humane Economy

Center for A Humane Economy advances animal welfare by pressuring corporations and policymakers, using research, campaigns, litigation, and coalitions to end cruelty across industries.
Revenue
$3.9m
Assets
$3.5m
Employees
16
EIN
83-2620507
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo broadens understanding of the animal world through naturalistic recreations and educational programs with live animals.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
60
EIN
20-1935855
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Meadowbrook Foundation

Meadowbrook Foundation fosters equestrian skills and educates about horse welfare through programs in Chevy Chase, MD.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$1.5m
Employees
79
EIN
30-0020043
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wildlife Habitat Council

Wildlife Habitat Council promotes habitat conservation on corporate lands through partnerships, education and decision tools that connect sustainability goals to on-the-ground actions.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
27
EIN
52-1558579
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Animal Outlook

Animal Outlook advocates for farmed animals, exposing cruelty through investigations, legal action, and promoting veganism to challenge animal agribusiness effectively.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
13
EIN
52-2034417
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alley Cat Rescue

ACRs programs promote better care for community cats through trap-neuter-return. Local programs include placing unwanted cats in new homes, running a low-cost spay/neuter clinic, and providing support for local feral cat caretakers.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
21
EIN
52-2279100
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
$8.8m
Assets
$2.9m
Employees
25
EIN
23-7204806
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
$8.0m
Assets
$6.6m
Employees
116
EIN
86-1130456
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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