A New Sanctuary for Hope, Health and Healing
American Humane Society’s Sanctuary supports animal care while advancing service dog training, disaster response and humane education.
What is the American Humane Society Sanctuary?
The American Humane Society Sanctuary, generously supported by the Kazma Family Foundation, is a transformative rescue center offering hope and healing for animals and people. Serving as a model for the modern humane movement, it will provide a home for animals in need and enhance key programs like disaster response training and on-site service dog training for veterans and retired first responders.
Built for Care and Compassion
The heart of our new Sanctuary welcomes visitors with the Betty White Healing Garden, featuring a life-sized bronze sculpture of the beloved animal advocate at its entrance. This lasting tribute honors Betty’s legacy as a champion for animal welfare. She served as a board member and passionate supporter of American Humane Society for 70 years.
Future features will include a multispecies barn, farm paddocks, a veterinary care station and dedicated spaces for humane education and community programming.
Help Bring Our Vision to Life
Named gift opportunities are currently available at the Sanctuary. Create a lasting legacy while supporting our programs and animals in need.
Life-Saving Programs at the Sanctuary
As a model for the modern humane movement, the Sanctuary will serve as a haven for animals in need while expanding some of our vital programs.
Pups4Patriots™ Service Dog Training
Our first-ever residential service dog training program will provide a greater number of life-changing service dogs to veterans and retired first responders living with PTS and/or TBI.
Disaster Response and Animal Rescue Training
We provide space to prepare volunteers and first responders for deployment in the wake of natural disasters, delivering rapid, effective aid for animals in dire need.
Sanctuary for All
We utilize the tranquility of the property for military veteran
retreats with a focus on group bonding, program enhancement
and additional training for our service dog teams.
Community Engagement
Our property showcases our mission and programs through small gatherings and in-depth conversations that serve to expand our role in the humane movement. Contact us about community events
Animals deserve more than just a roof over their heads — they deserve a space to thrive, to heal, and to feel truly cared for. The American Humane Society Sanctuary is a bold step toward a new kind of animal care, where compassion leads every aspect of our work.
This center is designed to provide comfort and peace for animals in need while offering training, rehabilitation and opportunities for growth — strengthening the human-animal bond. It’s not just a place for rescue; it’s a place for renewal and a lasting legacy of love and hope.
Dr. Robin Ganzert
President & CEO of American Humane Society