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Together We Can Save Lives in California
As wildfires rage in California, animals are in grave danger. American Humane Society is on the ground, delivering life-saving resources like food, water, and emergency care to animals in need. Your urgent donation to our Emergency Relief Fund ensures we can continue saving lives. Act now to help protect and care for animals wherever disaster may strike.
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Our Impact in 2024
1+ billion
Farm animals protected under our welfare standards.
85,000+
Animals fed, sheltered and rescued.
500,000
Animals protected at zoos and aquariums.
We make a difference in the lives of all animals.
American Humane Society rescues, cares for and protects animals in need.
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