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Washington animal organizations

There are 1,173 animal-focused nonprofit organizations in Washington. Combined, these Washingtonian animal organizations employ 3,893 people, earn more than $479 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $993 million.
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Types of animal organizations in Washington

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations
 
714
 
$177,925,883
Wildlife conservation and protection organizations
 
216
 
$134,986,513
Animal services organizations
 
79
 
$3,038,740
Wildlife sanctuaries and refuges
 
65
 
$46,532,758
Animal professional societies
 
30
 
$3,501,772
Veterinary organizations
 
26
 
$14,922,231
Animal alliances and advocates
 
25
 
$956,935
Organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofits
 
19
 
$589,233
Endangered species protection organizations
 
11
 
$9,971,846
Organizations suppporting a single animal nonprofit
 
6
 
$175,159
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Animal organizations by major Washington cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Seattle
 
456
 
$314,395,930
Spokane
 
116
 
$11,453,415
Portland, OR
 
72
 
$38,787,247
Bremerton
 
59
 
$16,877,135
Bellingham
 
59
 
$12,171,198
Olympia
 
55
 
$11,303,207
Kennewick
 
36
 
$4,693,066
Mount Vernon
 
30
 
$10,129,580
Wenatchee
 
26
 
$9,057,401
Yakima
 
22
 
$5,707,445
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Job trends for Washington animal organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
117
1-10
 
81
11-25
 
42
26-100
 
26
101 to 1,000
 
8
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of animal organizations in Washington

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
272
$250k to $1M
 
100
$1M to $5M
 
64
$5M to $25M
 
13
$25M to $100M
 
2
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of animal organizations in Washington

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1-20 of 1,173

Seattle Humane

Seattle Humane saves pets, provides adoption services, offers veterinary care, and supports pet owners through resources like a pet food bank.
Revenue
$16.3m
Assets
$48.1m
Employees
161
EIN
91-0282060
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Woodland Park Zoo

Woodland Park Zoo saves animals and their habitats through conservation leadership and engaging experiences, inspiring people to learn, care and act.
Revenue
$83.7m
Assets
$102.4m
Employees
645
EIN
91-6070005
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pasado's Safe Haven

Fighting to end animal cruelty and create a more compassionate world.fiscal year 2022 highlights include:investigated/resourced 166 animal cruelty cases, cared for 354+ animals at our sanctuary.
Revenue
$11.4m
Assets
$24.6m
Employees
69
EIN
91-1843707
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Christian Veterinary Mission

Christian Veterinary Mission empowers veterinary professionals to serve others by living out their faith through missions, ministry, and training.
Revenue
$9.1m
Assets
$13.5m
Employees
75
EIN
85-2465430
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Auburn Valley Humane Society

Auburn Valley Humane Society enriches lives through animal sheltering, community programs, and education, promoting animal welfare and fostering connections between pets and people.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$3.3m
Employees
129
EIN
45-0638467
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Seattle Aquarium

Seattle Aquarium is a zoos or acquarium in Seattle, WA whose mission is: Seattle Aquarium inspires conservation of our marine environment and is run by Robert Davidson.
Revenue
$54.1m
Assets
$211.4m
Employees
263
EIN
91-1189249
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humane Society for Tacoma Pierce County Society Prevention Cruelty Animals

Tacoma's Humane Society supports animals and their owners, offering life-saving services and community outreach.
Revenue
$10.2m
Assets
$28.4m
Employees
127
EIN
91-0577128
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Progressive Animal Welfare Society aka (PAWS)

PAWS is a champion for animals, rehabbing wildlife & sheltering cats/dogs. Also educating communities about responsible animal care.
Revenue
$18.3m
Assets
$64.0m
Employees
158
EIN
91-6073154
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Long Live the Kings

LLTK restores wild salmon & steelhead, supports sustainable fishing in the Pacific NW. Salish Sea Marine Survival Project & Lilliwaup Field Station are key programs.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
21
EIN
91-1353982
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International Pacific Halibut Commission

The Pacific Halibut Commission is a fishery management organization whose mission is to manage the Pacific Halibut species.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$9.2m
Employees
46
EIN
91-0727652
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humane Society for SW Washington

Humane Society for SW Washington provides animal rescue, rehabilitation, veterinary care, rehoming and adoption services in Southwest Washington.
Revenue
$12.6m
Assets
$25.2m
Employees
143
EIN
91-0759124
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group

Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group protects wild salmon populations and habitat, conducts research and educates local communities in Belfair, WA.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$11.7m
Employees
32
EIN
91-1518294
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Homeward Pet Adoption Center

Homeward Pet Adoption Center is a no-kill, non-profit animal shelter serving the greater seattle area. We are on a mission to give homeless animals a second chance through our rescue, shelter, and Adoption programs.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$3.7m
Employees
38
EIN
91-1526803
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Birds Connect Seattle

Birds Connect Seattle advocates for bird-safe cities through partnerships, conservation strategies, and environmental education programs that engage over 1,500 individuals annually.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$6.1m
Employees
21
EIN
91-6009716
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bella's Voice

Bella's Voice supports pet owners and rescues through thrift stores and outreach programs, ensuring pets receive care while promoting community and environmental welfare.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$805.1k
Employees
81
EIN
47-1111335
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Purrfect Pals

Purrfect Pals works to end cat homelessness in Puget Sound region through placement, prevention, and low-income resources for special needs cats.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$4.2m
Employees
34
EIN
94-3127448
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International Snow Leopard Trust

Snow Leopard conservation in Central Asia through community-based programs and education, based in Seattle, WA.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$8.1m
Employees
14
EIN
91-1144119
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Tri-State Steelheaders

Tri-State Steelheaders restores native salmonids by enhancing habitat, providing education, and promoting recreational angling in Walla Walla, WA.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$1.0m
Employees
7
EIN
91-1244161
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kitsap Humane Society

Kitsap Humane Society rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes animals while providing humane protection, adoption, education, veterinary care, spay/neuter, and pet-owner support.
Revenue
$5.0m
Assets
$19.0m
Employees
108
EIN
91-0728353
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Big Life Foundation USA

Big Life Foundation USA collaborates with communities to protect East Africa's wildlife through innovative conservation strategies, anti-poaching efforts, and habitat preservation.
Revenue
$7.9m
Assets
$3.9m
Employees
7
EIN
27-3455389
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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