The Michigan Humane Society is a charitable 501(c)3 animal welfare organization and is the largest and oldest such organization in the state, caring for more than 100,000 animals each year. EIN/Tax ID # = 38-1358206.

Our Mission: To end companion animal homelessness, to provide the highest quality service and compassion to the animals entrusted to our care, and to be a leader in promoting humane values.

Michigan Humane Society...

• Rescues and cares for more than 100,000 animals each year
• Is a private, nonprofit organization serving the animals and people of metro Detroit and beyond since 1877
• Is the state's oldest and largest animal welfare organization 
• Is one of the largest animal welfare organizations in the country based on the number of animals cared for and the scope of programs and services
• Receives no government funding and is not a United Way agency
• Receives no funding from, and is not affiliated with, any national humane organizations
• Depends on the generosity of individual and corporate supporters to fund our programs and services. 
• Has a goal of 100% adoption of adoptable animals by 2010 

The Michigan Humane Society needs your support because we...

• Provide care for more than 100,000 animals each year in southeast Michigan
• Operate three centers for animal care in Detroit, Rochester Hills and Westland
• Find responsible, loving homes for approximately 10,000 animals each year
• Reunite more than 1,200 lost animals with their guardians each year
• Operate a cruelty hotline staffed by professional cruelty investigators to assist animals in our service area of Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park
• Provide emergency rescue 365 days a year for animals in our service area of Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park
• Offer low-cost sterilizations and perform over 13,000 spay/neuter surgeries each year to reduce pet overpopulation
• Educate approximately 15,000 children annually, teaching them respect for animals, responsible animal care and safety around animals
• Are a driving force for greater legislative protection for animals throughout Michigan

We are grateful for your support of our mission. For more information or to make a donation, call 1.866.MHUMANE, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.