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Maryland animal shelters

There are 491 animal shelters and animal welfare organizations in Maryland. Combined, these Marylander animal shelters employ 1,378 people, earn more than $166 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $272 million.
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Animal shelters by major Maryland cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Baltimore
 
216
 
$58,231,091
Washington DC
 
166
 
$91,514,041
Salisbury
 
27
 
$1,502,715
Philadelphia, PA
 
19
 
$1,856,177
Hagerstown
 
15
 
$4,403,554
Cumberland
 
14
 
$1,266,759
Lexington Park, MD
 
14
 
$921,011
Showing 7 of 7 metros

Job trends for Maryland animal shelters

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
77
1-10
 
22
11-25
 
17
26-100
 
13
101 to 1,000
 
3
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of animal shelters in Maryland

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
155
$250k to $1M
 
40
$1M to $5M
 
19
$5M to $25M
 
7
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Directory of animal shelters in Maryland

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1-20 of 491

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)

AAALAC International (AAALAC)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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
$11.7m
Assets
$16.1m
Employees
66
EIN
59-3822764
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
$3.6m
Assets
$14.2m
Employees
38
EIN
52-6044968
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Frederick County Humane Society

The Frederick County Humane Society supports pet owners in crisis, offering medical assistance, spay/neuter programs, and resources to ensure pets remain healthy and happy.
Revenue
$775.3k
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
6
EIN
52-6013207
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
$2.7m
Assets
$7.3m
Employees
93
EIN
52-0567970
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
$2.9m
Assets
$15.7m
Employees
17
EIN
52-1061126
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 for abused and abandoned animals. Care abused/abandoned animals.
Revenue
$951.9k
Assets
$3.4m
Employees
13
EIN
52-1970569
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
$3.7m
Assets
$11.2m
Employees
68
EIN
52-0542025
IRS type
501(c)(3)

House with a Heart - Pet Sanctuary

House with a Heart - Pet Sanctuary is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Gaithersburg, MD whose mission is: A loving home for senior and special needs pets to live out their lives in Gaithersburg, MD.
Revenue
$757.2k
Assets
$1.1m
Employees
1
EIN
20-5291492
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
$910.4k
Assets
$479.9k
Employees
44
EIN
52-1212430
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Days End Farm Horse Rescue (DEFHR)

Rescues and rehabilitates abused and neglected horses in collaboration with local agencies, while also providing outreach programs to prevent abuse.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$7.6m
Employees
26
EIN
52-1759077
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hart for Animals

Hart for Animals rescues, rehabilitates and adopts animals in Western Maryland while reducing pet overpopulation. Their thrift shop raises funds.
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$3.5m
Employees
70
EIN
82-0584608
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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