May 4 – 10, 2025
A Tradition of Care and Compassion Since 1915
Celebrate Be Kind to Animals Week™, a time dedicated to kindness, education and action for animals everywhere.
From a Week of Kindness to a Lifetime of Care
Your kindness today supports life-changing programs that rescue, care for and protect animals wherever and whenever they’re in need.
Thanks to a generous corporate partner, every gift will be matched — dollar-for-dollar — up to a total of $20,000. That means you can help reach TWICE as many animals with kindness, providing TWICE the critical care.
Our corporate partner will match campaign contributions up to $20,000. Limited to U.S. residents only. Any gift received surpassing the $20,000 matching gift will not be doubled but will continue to support all of American Humane Society’s life-changing and impactful programs.
A Legacy of Compassion
Since 1915, Be Kind to Animals Week has inspired generations to speak up for animals and treat them with compassion. What began during the hardships of World War I has grown into the longest-running commemorative week in U.S. history. These powerful moments highlight more than a century of humane progress and public awareness.
Seven Days of Kindness: How You Can Participate
Sunday
Start with Kindness
Begin the week with one small act of kindness for animals. Simple actions can make a big difference.
Monday
Give a Second Chance
Support shelters and rescues that provide lifesaving care for animals who’ve been victims of cruelty or neglect.
Tuesday
Choose Humane
Make compassion your lifestyle by choosing products and services that are American Humane Certified™, supporting animal welfare, people and the planet.
Wednesday
Care for Your Pets
Discover simple ways to provide responsible and compassionate care—helping the animals in your home stay healthy, happy and loved.
Friday
Celebrate the Human–Animal Bond
Honor the inspiring stories of Hero Dogs and animals who change lives.
Inspire the Next Generation
Building a better world for animals starts with teaching children the value of kindness. This downloadable resource is designed for parents and caregivers to use with kids in kindergarten through 5th grade. It includes age-appropriate activities and discussion prompts that encourage compassion and care for animals—while supporting Common Core learning goals.
