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Maryland animal shelters

There are 443 animal shelters and animal welfare organizations in Maryland. Combined, these Marylander animal shelters employ 1,559 people, earn more than $159 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $301 million.
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Animal shelters by major Maryland cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Baltimore
 
195
 
$61,439,414
Washington DC
 
148
 
$79,238,091
Salisbury
 
22
 
$4,384,772
Philadelphia, PA
 
19
 
$1,891,534
Hagerstown
 
14
 
$4,602,858
Lexington Park, MD
 
14
 
$772,092
Cumberland
 
13
 
$1,317,611
Showing 7 of 7 metros

Job trends for Maryland animal shelters

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
67
1-10
 
22
11-25
 
14
26-100
 
17
101 to 1,000
 
4
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of animal shelters in Maryland

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
144
$250k to $1M
 
35
$1M to $5M
 
19
$5M to $25M
 
7
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Directory of animal shelters in Maryland

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1-20 of 443

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)

Alley Cat Allies

Alley Cat Allies is the global engine of change for cats. They protect and improve cats' lives through their innovative, cutting-edge programs. They are seen around the world as a champion for the humane treatment of all cats.
Revenue
$18.6m
Assets
$30.3m
Employees
13
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
$5.4m
Assets
$18.5m
Employees
69
EIN
45-2981579
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
$6.4m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
141
EIN
52-2328626
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
$27.9m
Assets
$25.8m
Employees
112
EIN
04-3817491
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Montgomery County Humane Society

To create a supportive environment in which all animals are valued and appreciated for their role in human and social wellbeing while addressing overpopulation and mistreatment of animals and reducing reliance on institutional sheltering.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$11.9m
Employees
44
EIN
52-6044968
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
$3.0m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
21
EIN
52-2279100
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 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
$2.4m
Assets
$8.1m
Employees
58
EIN
52-0567970
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)

Hero Dogs

Hero Dogs trains service and highly skilled canines, free of charge, to improve the quality of life for American heroes.
Revenue
$986.4k
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
20
EIN
27-0887317
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)

Humane Society of Wicomico County (HSWC)

The Humane Society is working to make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love and care for them, and is dedicated to relieving the pain and suffering of animals through education and direct intervention.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$3.0m
Employees
28
EIN
23-7015204
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary

The organization provides food, and a permanent home to formerly abused or abandoned farm animals. Care abused/abandoned animals.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$3.5m
Employees
18
EIN
52-1970569
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Montgomery County Spca

Montgomery County SPCA improves animal welfare through spay/neuter services, veterinary care, adoption placements, and education on responsible pet ownership.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$3.4m
Employees
0
EIN
23-7428285
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humane Society of Washington County Incorporated

Humane Society of Washington County Incorporated is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Hagerstown, MD whose mission is: The Humane Society of Washington County exists to improve the quality of life for all animals.
Revenue
$3.9m
Assets
$10.8m
Employees
81
EIN
52-0542025
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humane Society of Charles County

Promotes humane treatment of animals & fosters respect for all life. Offers vaccines, spay/neuter, trap/release, pet adoption, and boarding.
Revenue
$753.2k
Assets
$507.9k
Employees
36
EIN
52-1212430
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Petconnect Rescue

Petconnect Rescue saves high-risk dogs and cats, finding them loving homes through volunteers. Also partners with St. Mary's Court for senior support.
Revenue
$882.4k
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
3
EIN
55-0857806
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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